2004 Toyota 4Runner Body Problems
- 173
- 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.
Among these 173 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- frame rusted · 21 records
- frame rust · 18 records
- unsafe drive · 16 records
- rust frame · 12 records
- passenger side · 11 records
- frame rusting · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 57 |
| 150–400k mi | 42 |
| 60–100k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
The rust on the frame of my 2004 4runner is excessive and very concerning to me as i've had the local toyota dealership and my personal mechanic tell me not to drive it at all and if so keep it to a minimum. Not sure what to do because that basically means the suv is no good... I was told there is a recall for that but after typing in my vin there was no frame recall... Why is the rust so bad is my question and why…
ODI 11160552
Body · Vehicle Speed Control
The frame has so much rust on it and other areas of the undercargo that it has caused my speed and abs sensors to work improperly. Speedometer will just quit working and abs lights will come on with the vcs trac, vcs off, and abs lights all coming on, then the engine light will also come on from time to time. There is already a hole rusted through the frame and mechanic said it was just a matter of time before it…
ODI 11160695
Body
My vehicle has excessive frame rust on the passenger side middle of frame and has a hole. I'm concerned the frame may split in half while driving.
ODI 11154874
Body
2004 4runner sport v8 with 135mi. Vehicle frame has rusted to the point that it will no longer pass pennsylvania vehicle inspection. Vehicle has been deemed unsafe due to excessive frame rust. The extent of the rust is not commensurate with the age, mileage, or element exposure of the vehicle. The rest of the vehicle is in great condition and would otherwise be roadworthy for many years. As the sole owner, i have…
ODI 11149804
Body
Takata recall, performing routine maintenance on my 04 4runner, there is so much frame rust that i haven't been able to do any work without every bolt/screw/nut breaking off. The frame is so rusted i'm scared to drive it far if anywhere. I've taken it for service and have been told before that it's a road hazard and they were surprised nothing had fallen off and caused a wreck. Please look into this, should have…
ODI 11185670
Body
FRAME EXCESS RUST
ODI 11143503
Body
The frame on my 2004 4runner is badly rusted. There are rust holes where the cross member is welded to the frame therefore weakening the structure. This is a safety issue since there is no telling when that critical junction will break. Another area of rust that causes great concern is on the front of the frame. The passenger side tow loop that was wielded to the frame has broken off with very little force. Now what…
ODI 11165838
Body
Frame rust prevalent. There appears to be a few poorly designed areas on the frame that accumulate water and rust at an accelerated rate compared to other sections, namely: front radiator auxillary bracket that supports the front skid plate and trans cooler lines, and the sections of frame directly above the rear trailing arms, just after the transmission crossmember, and right before you get to the rear shock…
ODI 11152548
Body · Unknown Or Other
Hi, i recently purchased a toyota 4runner 2004 from a previous owner. I don't know much about cars and how the process works. But when the check engine light came on. I went to go take it to get it fixed as well as preparing the car for the smog test. Which it failed, toyota the company was unable to fix due to having concerns of being liable and sued incase of a car accident. They also told me that i would have to…
ODI 11133251
Body · Power Train · Suspension
Takata recall frame is completely rusted. Causing all the undercarriage to rust out and make the vehicle very dangerous to drive. Even the body is starting to rust away. Only has 116,000 miles on it which is crazy.
ODI 11184991
Body · Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension
My 2004 toyota 4 runner is in the dealer for routine maintenance. Most of the car maintenance have been at this local toyota dealership. I just had the cv boots and sway bar bushings replaced this past spring and summer. I have the records for these particular maintenance and repair. My service mechanic mentioned there is significant amount of rust on the frame/ chassis. On september 7, the mechanic at the same…
ODI 11128096
Body
Frame has rust holes almost broke on right side and running threw on left
ODI 11140188
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that there was extensive rust on the frame of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. An independent mechanic diagnosed that there were massive holes and cracks in the front and rear of the frame, and the rear wheel well was rusted. The mechanic stated that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa action…
ODI 11130672
Body · Steering · Suspension
Since vehicle was 5yrs old the frame has rusted terribly. The rust is so significant there are holes and pieces of it have just fallen off. Currently, the steering joint is so rusted that it cannot be driven safely because it feels like it may lose control on the road. Entire undercarriage appears so badly rusted that i am not sure this vehicle is safe to drive anymore.
ODI 11140298
Body · Unknown Or Other
Excessive frame rust, including holes, and general rust all around the frame. Specifically in the front and rear.
ODI 11123248
Body
My frame for my 2004 4runner are rotting and rusting away making it unsafe for me to drive.
ODI 11121522
Body · Steering · Suspension
Since buying my forerunner used in 2015 i have only brought it to the dealership for maintenance bed inspections with toyota professional mechanics. Upon bringing my vehicle in for a routine oil change and inspection i was told that the frame is rusted out and unsafe to drive. I was shocked and upset as i've only used a trusted toyota professional mechanics and somehow they seem to have overlooked a frame that was…
ODI 11174353
Body
We purchased a 2004 toyota 4 runner in may of 2017. The dealer informed us that his mechanic had checked the vehicle over and was in good shape and should last us a long time. On august 14, 2018 i drive the vehicle to a toyota dealership approximately 70 miles away to have diagnostics run on it for an issue with the 4-wheel drive. After placing the vehicle on a lift and checking it out, he had us step into the shop…
ODI 11122791
Body
Severe frame rusting, with holes, some as long as 6", and would not pass pennsylvania inspection. Had to have welded in 6 different sections.center front toe, left and right front harness, left and right frame center, and left rear frame end. The garage and autobody shop said toyota should be recalling the 4 runners for frame rust, not just the tacoma, tundra and sequoias. They have seen the severe rusting of the…
ODI 11119927
Body · Seats · Unknown Or Other
Rust on the frame including the rear bumper, crack in the dashboard from drivers side over to the center of car. Drivers seat excessive movement at attachment between seat back and base on external portion of seat. The vehicle was parked at various times when inspected. Repainted rims that paint had flaked and peeled.
ODI 11121774
Body
The frame is rusted really bad. The bracket that holds the rear passenger side lower control are has rusted off making me tie it up and making it useless. The frame has several places that the rust has ate large holes in it. If you need me to i can mail pictures to you. I bought this 4runner brand new. I contacted toyota about this problem and they told me that the warranty has expired but that if i bought a new…
ODI 11121562
Body
My 2004 toyota 4runner was not able to get a brake job because the frame was rusted, rear trailing arm brackets broken off, differential housing on both sides broken, holes in frame right side. Totally rusted and unsafe to drive.
ODI 11114755
Body
Took vehicle in for a repair recently at a toyota dealer upon tear down they told me that my 2004 4runner's frame and many other structural supports for the engine and mounts are not structurally sound due to severe corrosion. They found holes in the frame at engine cross member on the passenger side also found both rear body mounts and lower radiator support excessively rusty. They declined the repair work and told…
ODI 11170952
Body
I just discovered that the frame on my 4runner is severely rusted due to low quality steel. Several mechanics have observed the frame and all of them have told me it is unsafe to drive. I have a 2003 toyota land cruiser and its frame is in great condition. Both cars have been garaged and operated in the same conditions. The frame rust is so bad, it is difficult to get the car up on a lift to perform oil changes,…
ODI 11115408
Body
2004 toyota 4runner with significant rust on the underbody including frame. The vehicle is stationary but was deemed unsafe to drive due to frame damage. It has been well maintained and there are no other issues aside from significant rust damage.
ODI 11111280