2004 Toyota 4Runner Unknown Or Other Problems
- 71
- 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
- frame rust · 15 records
- rust frame · 11 records
- frame rusted · 8 records
- unsafe drive · 7 records
- frame rusting · 6 records
- rust corrosion · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 23 |
| 100–150k mi | 22 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body · Unknown Or Other
Rust rot on frame of body, will probably not pass next in inspection noted by thompson dealership. Toyota fixed other models, but am ignoring my model.
ODI 10883725
Unknown Or Other
2004 4 runner sport, frame rusting out everywhere, n ow front cross member under the radiator is completly rusted thru. This car has been well maintained, toyota should be standing behind this problem. I had hoped this would be my last car to buy, now at 75 i must look for another vehicle. This car is in massachusett
ODI 10870827
Body · Unknown Or Other
These vehicles are plagued by rust on the frame and components attached to the frames. There is the potential that this can cause a hazard due to failure of critical components of the vehicle. This issue effects multiple vehicles and is not an isolated incident. Frames degrade just like the ones on the tacoma yet no action is being taken to ensure the safety of 4runner owners.
ODI 10824445
Unknown Or Other
CALIPER.
ODI 10816293
Body · Unknown Or Other
My 2004 4runner with $144k miles was recently discovered to have a six inch hole in the frame due to rust, and based on md safety inspection requirements, this vehicle presents a significant safety hazard and can not be registered. The dealership informed me the repair would be a complete frame replaced at a cost of $18-20k. I have maintained my vehicle meticulously throughout it's life with mostly dealership…
ODI 10763726
Body · Unknown Or Other
Took my 2004 toyota 4runner sr5 to local toyota dealer for inpsection and maintenance. Left dealer thinking truck was in great shape. When changing brakes, noticed an cv joint boot was torn so took the truck to a mechanic to have the axle replaced (since they don't just replace the boot anymore). The mechanic called me as soon as he put the truck up on a lift and informed me that there was serious rust issues down…
ODI 10732127
Power Train · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
I was going 5 mph and hit my brakes. The control arm was ripped from the frame due to rot/rust. Toyota is aware of this problem for 4runners, but has only offered assistance on the tacoma and tundras. The body of my vehicle has no rust anywhere, and the mileage is extremely low. I cannot even find a mechanic to fix it, because the frame is so bad. I was told, if it gets fixed, another part of the frame may fail when…
ODI 10731909
Unknown Or Other
I received a letter from toyota in may of 2015 in reference of a warranty enhancement notification. We have gone to the toyota dealership many times to ask when our repair would process though and commence. They keep on saying that we were fourth in line. It has been mora that one year and we still haven't received any notifications
ODI 10873201
Body · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
There is lot of rust on frame, under carriage and its also in the suspension. Its also causing fluids to leak and i had to replace the muffler assembly due to rust. I purchased this car as certified used from prestige toyota of nj with only 5000 miles in august of 2005, i purchased this toyota because of their stellar reputation in the auto industry but i am extremely disappointed with this car. I have less than…
ODI 10926529
Unknown Or Other
Crack in the vinyl dash starting at the drivers side a-pillar and continuing over the gauge cluster on the leading edge and ending about the mid point over the radio. Toyota needs to take responsablity and recall this item for safety reasons.
ODI 10625728
Unknown Or Other
Dash board crack recall 2 years all dealer says is they don't have the parts
ODI 10855162
Unknown Or Other
Frame rust. The frame on my 2004 toyota 4r 4d 4x4 sr5/spt has completely rusted under the radiator cross member. Upon further inspection the entire inside of the frame is rusting to the outside in various locations. This will quickly become a safety concern since everything is bolted to the frame. My vehicle had less than 100k miles when the rust was discovered.
ODI 11253740
Body · Unknown Or Other
The toyota dealership does not want to repair the safety recall they did on 2004 4runners toyota. I called over a year ago and no action has taken place. The recall was over the gas pedal and dashboard, i also have a case number and have called many times and they only tell me to wait. They didn't even bother to check the car and i also went in personally so they could order the parts and they told me they would…
ODI 10939099
Body · Steering · Unknown Or Other
Suv is unsafe to drive due to excessive rusting of frame and all other undercarriage metal parts. Frame integrity is seriously compromised. Rust is exponentiating over time. Rust leaching to other majors parts like the exhaust. Transmission, radiator, ac, wheels, brakes, exhaust, steering, etc all are compromised and failing due to rust. This has been going on for years. Radiator replaced. Ac leaking. Oct 2011 heat…
ODI 10764189
Body · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Excessive rust and corrosion to the point where my skid plate came off and transmission fluid lines broke apart, leading to major leak and fix - luckily it came off in driveway and not on highway where someone could have been significantly injured. Shocks have holes in them from rust and corrosion, as do support bars and frame. Can break off pieces of the frame in my hand without effort. Concerned that frame could…
ODI 10773968
Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Unknown Or Other
The evening of 8/10/11 as i was leaving work, i turned the vehicle on and a high pitched alarm-type sound started; vsc light, brake lights came on. At this point, i asked a near by supervisor to take a look at the vehicle; upon inspection he did not find anything out of place. He test drove the vehicle around a couple of parking spaces as i watched. He stopped the vehicle and asked if i had been having brake issues.…
ODI 10420152
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Extreme frame rust on my 2004 toyota 4runner. Has only 82,000 miles and well maintained. Body in good condition, no rust at all. Has a lot of rust in the engine compartment also, tabs, lines etc. I know there was a recall on the tacoma for frame rust and i am aware that this vehicle is on a tacoma frame. It is becoming unsafe to drive. I bought this vehicle new because i though the toyota brand was a well built…
ODI 11025066
Unknown Or Other
Driving into a parking garage in my toyota 4runner i was pressing on the the brake as i was pulling into a space when all of a sudden my car lurched forward and slammed into the wall. I thought i had been hit from behind, but that was not the case. Within the week i was pulling into my sister's driveway, pressing on the brakes, and i felt a little jump from my car.
ODI 10323548
Unknown Or Other
COMPLETE FRAME IS RUSTED OUT
ODI 11207026
Body · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
Frame rusting badly, especially the lower front radiator supports. Paint clear coat has failed. Rust around the front windshield area. The coating on the alloy wheels started falling off within one year of purchase. The vehicle has 125000 miles i am the original owner and lived in the new england area for 15 years, 3 years in florida.
ODI 11152319
Unknown Or Other
Toyota's new commercial for their highlander is all about featuring a woman putting make-up on while driving to work. It is unbelievably irresponsible.*ak
ODI 10059958