We have classified the 21 complaints from 2004 Toyota 4Runner about STRUCTURE into the following categories.
the frame of my family's 2004 toyota 4runner is badly corroded, with only 120k miles on it. it did not pass a recent inspection and is unsafe to drive. two different mechanics told me that if we hit a hard bump, the frame could split. there is an investigation, but toyota needs to recall these cars and fix them, or replace them. i can't afford to junk the car and buy a new one, but i can't drive my young children in it either. thank you.
Frame is severely rusting. holes present which had to be patched numerous times for it to pass inspection. if something is not done soon, i will be forced to get rid of the vehicle because of safety concerns and it not being able to pass pa inspection. this has to be addressed now. for years, toyota dealerships have been supposedly taking pictures and sending them to toyota. they know it is a problem and nothing is being done about it!
The frame of the 2004 4runner is rusting out and there are visible holes in the frame that support the vehicle. this appears to be a very common problem according to the dealership with several of the 4runner and tacoma models being affected.
Severe rust on frame and suspension attachment points. rust is not superficial but rusting from inside of frame tubes.
2004 toyota 4runner with 110k miles with rusted frame. the car is otherwise in perfect shape and well maintained. the frame rust makes the vehicle unsafe to drive all other toyota models with the same issue with frames from the same factory were recalled. the 4 runner was not addressed
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. the contact took the vehicle to a tire shop for scheduled maintenance. the mechanic found that the frame was severely corroded. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was notiified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 122,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. the contact took the vehicle to temecula valley toyota (located at 26631 ynez rd, temecula, ca 92591, 951-319-7911) for inspection. the dealer informed the contact that the undercarriage was completely rusted. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no recalls. the approximate failure mileage was 166,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. while the vehicle was undergoing a routine alignment by an independent mechanic, it was noticed that the frame was corroded all the way through. the dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. the frame failure became worse. the contact referenced a nhtsa action number regarding the structure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 137,000. *js
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. while the vehicle was being serviced by an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the front passenger side to the rear subframe showed extensive corrosion. the contact was informed that the subframe needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact was informed that the vehicle would be unsafe to drive for much longer. brown's toyota of glen burnie (7167 ritchie hwy, glen burnie, md 21061, (410) 761-9000) was contacted the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 115,800. *ln
I bought this vehicle at dealership may 2018, frame components completely rotted through i will include photos vechicle unsafe to drive transmission lines rotted when i looked closely i saw frame rotted. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. while the vehicle was undergoing state inspection, she was informed that the subframe was severely corroded and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the vehicle was not repaired. a dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 188,711.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. while the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance by an independent mechanic, it was discovered that the subframe was rusted and corroded. the mechanic stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. the local dealer was not notified. the failure mileage was 160,095. the vin was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the entire undercarriage of the vehicle was rusted. the contact discovered that part of the frame that held up the fuel tank was dragging on the ground while the vehicle was in motion. the manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. the dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure mileage was 120,000.
Frame has rusted through, leaving several holes, some very large, presenting a significant safety hazard.
There is an unreasonable amount of rust on 4th generation 4 runner. seems to be a common problem and makes the car unsafe.