Is the 2005 TOYOTA Tacoma safe to drive?

The 2005 TOYOTA Tacoma has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 05V050000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

PARKING BRAKE

What Happened

There's a problem with the parking brake pedal cable lock nut that might not be tightened properly, affecting the parking brake's effectiveness.

Risk if Unfixed

If not fixed, your vehicle could roll away when parked on a slope, potentially leading to a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

We'll inspect and tighten the lock nut to the correct torque specification at no cost to you. Just visit the dealership and we'll take care of it.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #05V050000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 05V050000

What This Recall Means

PARKING BRAKE

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?