2005 Toyota Tundra Toyota Tundra 2005

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2005 Toyota Tundra repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (28%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (1%)

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2005 Toyota Tundra suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (43%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

221000 mi

US $1100
Replaced tie rods and ball joints. 
285900 mi

US $800
Rough ride, one day fine next day bad, took 3 trips to 2 different shops 
298000 mi

US $1800
Tie rods stabilizer steering linkage 
304000 mi

US $1400
Struts and shocks 

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2005 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

145600 mi

US $500
Replaced shock absorbers with factory bilsteins. The shocks were not leaking and had not failed, but the ride was "mushy". Ride is now much firmer, and the truck feels sure-footed. 

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2005 Toyota Tundra 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

208000 mi

US $75
Sway bar link snapped while on a curved on-ramp. Ordered the sway bar links on-line and replaced them both. 

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2005 Toyota Tundra 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed

282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

53400 mi Lower front shock rubber bushings bad. Front shock absorbers replaced. 

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