2005 Toyota Corolla Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
- 19
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- fuel pump · 22 records
- check engine · 5 records
- engine light · 5 records
- light came · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota corolla. While stopped at a red light, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not able to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 46,000. Updated…
ODI 10936598
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
In january of 2013 and again in december of 2013, my "check engine" light came on. I took the car into the toyota dealership in san luis obispo and they said that the o2 sensor was malfunctioning, causing the engine to run too lean. The first time this happened (january, 2013) the service writer gave me an estimate to replace the "plenum gasket and o2 sensor" but said there was nothing to worry about if i elected…
ODI 10573793
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
Check engine light came on. Drove for approximately 20 minutes more when engine completely shut off causing car to rapidly decelerate and near-miss rear-ending. *tr
ODI 10438077
Filler Pipe And Cap · Fuel System, Gasoline
Gas cap falls out after turning cap 3 to unlimited clicks. Sends error signal for fuel emission leaks. $29 for new gas cap recalls on 2009 vehicles but not 2005? *kb
ODI 10416975
Fuel System, Gasoline
In april,2011 took car with 32120 miles into dealer for toyota engine computer recall replacement.. Shortly after replacement app. 50 miles the check engine light came on. I returned to dealer on 5/23/2011 mileage at this time was now 32599 and was told that it would cost app. $77 to fix the problem which was the gas cap which was leaking fumes. I did not have the work done but i did have the gas cap checked at a…
ODI 10427663
Fuel System, Gasoline
My 2005 toyota corolla suddenly accelerated as i was pulling into a parking space at a grocery store in jan. 2011 and again while pulling into my garage on 4/13/11 this time doing a lot of damage in my garage. *tr
ODI 10396071
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 toyota corolla. While driving approximately 35 mph up a hill in rainy weather conditions the vehicle began to hesitate before stalling. The vehicle was driven onto the emergency lane and towed to an authorized dealer where he was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 55,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10368482
Fuel System, Gasoline
Traveling south on i-95, speed 71 mph, engine stops. I carefully and promptly pull over to right shoulder, call aaa and have vehicle towed to local firestone repair facility. After performing diagnostic firestone informs me the fuel pump has failed and replaces the fuel pump. I request and receive the original fuel pump. Previously i have owned 3 corollas and have driven each of them over 150,000 miles with no fuel…
ODI 10438021
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
On 11/9/2010 at 5:30 p.m., my 2005 toyota corolla ce stalled on i-87 (ny state thruway--major deegan) in the bronx as it was being driven at 55 miles per hour. The car was operating normally when i left work in the bronx 20 min before. All of a sudden the check engine light came on and the car lost all power. The oil and battery lights also came on. I put on my hazards and managed to get from left lane to shoulder.…
ODI 10365779
Fuel System, Gasoline
Bought a new corolla in 2005. Fuel pump failed after only 39000 miles. Caused the car to abruptly stop running. Fortunately my daughter was in a parking lot. This could have been a serious safety problem if it had happened out on the road. After replacing her keys and engine control module to no avail toyota finally figured out it was the fuel pump charged her $1067 to replace it. There is no way these fuel pumps…
ODI 10383490
Fuel System, Gasoline
I was driving my 2005 toyota corolla and it stopped running in the middle of rush hour traffic. I was almost rear ended because of this sudden stall of my vehicle. It turns out that the problem was the fuel pump. The fuel pump is being replaced as i write this complaint. The dealer told me that toyota no longer makes the original pump for the car that cost about $300 because they've been having to service many cars…
ODI 10360155
Fuel System, Gasoline
2005 toyota corolla le model stalled and would not re-start after driving approximately 10 miles. Fortunately it happened pulling up to the house, and not on the street or freeway. Subsequent investigation by the owner diagnosed the problem as a defective fuel pump. No aftermarket fuel pumps were available, and since toyota wanted $1039 for a new unit ( ie., the whole in-tank module), an auto dismantler who…
ODI 10351682
Fuel System, Gasoline
I have a 2005 toyota corolla. I was driving about 60 mph down the freeway when suddenly with no warning, the car stopped accelerating. I had to cruise over to the shoulder out of danger. I eventually was towed to the dealership. They did a diagnostic test ($97.00) and told me it was the fuel pump. They told me it might be covered under my extended warranty and that's when i asked them if water could have possibly…
ODI 10344896
Fuel System, Gasoline
Have s 2005 corolla, fuel pump had to be replaced at 65,000 mi. Car shut off suddenly and almost caused an accident! *tr
ODI 10378713
Fuel System, Gasoline
Defective fuel pump problem: i own a 2005 toyota corolla. One day in august 2009, i parked my car on the street for a few hours and by the time i got back to my car to start the engine, the car wasn't able to start. I had to call the tow truck company to tow my car to an auto repair shop. According to the diagnose from the auto shop, my car failed to start due to defective fuel pump problem and they have to replace…
ODI 10384610
Fuel System, Gasoline
Toyota corolla xrs 2005 gas pedal sticking. While driving speed increased. I had to fight with gas pedal and brake pedal to bring vehicle under control. Danger was imminent and i fought with pedals. If i had been on an open road with nothing ahead of me (giving additional time) i would have depressed the clutch. This is a xrs having 6 speed manual and larger engine than standard corolla. This has happened at least 3…
ODI 10303688
Fuel System, Gasoline
I was driving back to home after work. The car feels like choked and stopped. I managed to stopped on the side. Car can not be started again. Starter is fine, just can not start the engine. Have it towed to shop and the mechanic told me the fuel pump was dead. Since the car was assembled in japan, the fuel pump is $900 on parts, and labor is extra. I had the car for 4 and half years, less than 50k miles. That is a…
ODI 10311579
Fuel System, Gasoline
I have a 2005 corolla that stalled out on me while i was driving 65 miles an hour. I have always had trouble starting the car, even the day i drove it off the lot brand new. Toyota stated that they didn't see anything wrong with the vehicle when i brought it in a week after purchasing the car. So after it stalled i had the car towed to a local toyota dealer ship, where i was told that the fuel pump went bad. I was…
ODI 10246478
Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 mph on normal road conditions the vehicle maintained the same speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. The problem persisted at any speed there after. There were no warning lights illuminated prior the incident. The vehicle was taken to the dealership who observed no abnormalities after a diagnostic checkup and road test. The dealer also stated there was not a…
ODI 10173082