2004 Toyota 4Runner Driveshaft Problems

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.

Mileage in stored records

Band	Records
1–30k mi	2
30–60k mi	1

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

September 1, 2007 · 55,000 miles
Catalytic Convertor · Driveshaft · Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
1.) there is a serious "clunk" noise when braking and also the same noise when starting from a complete stop when you take foot off brake. 2.) there is "sulfur smell " in cabin from catalytic converter. *tr
ODI 10209988
October 7, 2006 · 13,000 miles
Automatic Transmission · Driveshaft · Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
I have a 2004 limited 4runner toyota, all wheel drive, with v8. After about 20 thousand miles, my vehicle began making a very loud noise when coming to a stop, while simultaneously surging forward like i was rear ended. This noise also has a distinct metallic sound and jarring vibration each and every time. If the brake is not presses firmly, the car will lounge forward. This noise and "clanking" also occurs when…
ODI 10205151
July 19, 2004 · 10,500 miles
Driveshaft
Vibration above 70 mph, felt through steering wheel, pedal and floorboard. *jb
ODI 10098053