2005 Toyota Corolla Engine Problems
NHTSA has 185 owner complaints about engine problems in the 2005 Toyota Corolla, 22% of all 853 complaints for this model year. That is #5 highest engine complaint count among 21 Corolla model years. These complaints report 40 crashes, 1 fire, and 28 injuries. Median mileage at failure: 56,000 miles.
- Engine complaints
- 185
- 22% of 853
- Crashes reported
- 40
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 28
- Median mileage
- 56,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
When 2005 Toyota Corolla engine complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 22, 2004, latest Nov 16, 2022.
Engine recalls for the 2005 Toyota Corolla
- NHTSA 10V384000Aug 26, 2010Engine1,128,659 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 corolla and corolla matrix vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) for the subject models equipped with the 1zz-fe engine and two-wheel drive may have been improperly manufactured. There is a possibility that a crack may develop at certain solder points or on varistors on the circuit board.
Risk: There are a variety of warnings and consequences associated with the defect. The engine warning lamp could be illuminated, harsh shifting could result, the engine may not start, or the engine could shut off while the vehicle is being driven. An engine shutoff while the vehicle is being driven increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the production number of the ECM and replace the ECM if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Toyota will mail an interim owner notification the middle of september 2010 to advise owners of this defect and recall. This interim notification will inform owners that they will receive a future notification when parts become available to have the free remedy performed on their vehicle. The safety recall began on november 29, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Engine complaints by Corolla model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2005 Toyota Corolla have engine problems?
- NHTSA has 185 owner complaints about the engine in the 2005 Toyota Corolla, 22% of all complaints for this model year, including 40 that report a crash. Median mileage at failure is 56,000 miles.
- Which Toyota Corolla year has the most engine complaints?
- The 2009 Toyota Corolla has the most engine complaints (320), compared with 185 for the 2005.
- Is there a engine recall for the 2005 Toyota Corolla?
- Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for the 2005 Toyota Corolla concerns the engine: 10V384000.