2005 Toyota Land Cruiser recalls and problems

The 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has 3 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
9
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser recalls

Recall 16V-065: Air Bags

Reported Feb 5, 2016 · 320,409 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side curtain-shield-air bags. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to deploy inadvertently.

Risk: If the side curtain-shield-air bags deploy unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of occupant injury.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0C and GLB.

Recall 10V-036: Equipment

Reported Feb 3, 2010 · 153,418 vehicles affected · SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, LLC

Problem: Southeast toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.

Risk: A driver may overload a vehicle which may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact southeast toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

Recall 09V-223: Equipment

Reported Jun 15, 2009 · 27,080 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Toyota is recalling 27,080 model year 2005 through 2010 passenger cars built from september 1, 2005 to may 4, 2009. These vehicles were not equipped with load carrying capacity modification labels which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims."

Risk: Incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with a new, accurate label to be installed over the inaccurate label free of charge. The safety recall began on august 18, 2009. Owners may contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371.

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Unknown or Other2
Service Brakes2
Suspension1
Steering1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Tires1
Air Bags1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Rear — 1
  • Steering › Column — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 85,715 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · reported Feb 2, 2024
HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY failed. Lost all braking ability while driving. Had to use emergency brake for stopping. Dealer found the following codes: C1223, C1251, C1252 AND C1256. ABS CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, PUMP MOTOR IS LOCKED/OPEN CIRCUIT IN PUMP MOTOR GROUND. Hydraulic brake booster assembly was replaced with a new OEM unit and brakes now work as they should.
Structure · at 122,000 miles · reported Dec 19, 2018
Excessive frame rust. I have a steering stabilizer bar frame mount that has rusted completely off and therefore the steering stabilizer is not performing properly. Happened during driving. This is the same year (Time frame) as the numerous other toyota frame lawsuit issues.
Air Bags · reported Oct 16, 2016
Toyota sent us a recall notice several months ago. There is a potential defect in curtain side airbag. We expected the remedy to be available in september 2016. It is now mid-october 2016. There is no update in terms of timing available. Is my car safe to drive? Next steps?
Service Brakes · at 67,132 miles · reported Jul 15, 2016
Parking brake is frozen. My private mechanic explained this model year uses a white metal that corrodes very easily. I was not able to engage the parking break while parked on a hill on a city street. I've attached a picture of the parts that show the corrosion. I believe that toyota should recall these vehicles and replace this part for safety reasons, and reimburse customers who had the part replaced. (300+ dollars)
Tires · at 89,564 miles · reported Dec 20, 2010
General tire grabber r275/60r18 had a blow out rt front tire 2mths old tires. Lft front shows a line crack along sidewall. 1st tire told nothing could be done 2nd tire showing defect told to buy new tire and send defect in for ruling. No grabber tire in all country for replacement per general all out of stock for 3 mths or so.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser: 16V-065 (air bags), 10V-036 (equipment), 09V-223 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser?

Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports), followed by unknown or other (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 85,715 miles.

Are Toyota recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.