2004 Toyota Tacoma Frame And Members Problems
- 21
- 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 21 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 11 records
- approximate failure · 7 records
- repaired notified · 7 records
- notified failure · 6 records
- independent mechanic · 5 records
- needed replaced · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Frame And Members · Rack And Pinion
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that there was extensive rust and corrosion pertaining to the frame, which affected the rack and pinion. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the rack and pinion and the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was…
ODI 11144915
Frame And Members
2004 toyota tacoma xtracab. Consumer write with concern to vehicle not being covered under frame perforation warranty extension. *as *js
ODI 11140908
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact heard a knocking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the frame above the rear tires was completed rusted and in a dangerous state. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no recalls or extended warranty coverage for the vehicle. The dealer (toyota of stamford, 909 e main st,…
ODI 11171325
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact observed that the bed frame on the driver side of the vehicle was lower than the passenger side. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the bed frame was rotted, fractured, and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.
ODI 10724054
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for service repairs, the mechanic diagnosed that the subframe was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.
ODI 10721504
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was being serviced for an unrelated repair, the mechanic discovered that the entire frame had rust corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000. Updated 04/07/15*lj updated 11/3/2015*js
ODI 10681561
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle was extremely rusted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 136,000.
ODI 10610541
Frame And Members · Tires · Wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 12v542000 (tires). The dealer advised that contact that the repair could not be performed due to extensive rusting of the wheels. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 44,000. Updated 08/11/14*lj the consumer stated the frame was rusted.…
ODI 10588885
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair when they noticed that the entire frame was covered with rust. There was a voluntary recall issued by the manufacturer however, the recall had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000. The vin…
ODI 10588297
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. While regular maintenance was being performed, the technician notified the contact that the rear subframe was fractured which prevented the vehicle from being lifted. The vehicle was inspected by another mechanic, who confirmed that the subframe fractured due to corrosion and that the vehicle was not safe to be driven. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
ODI 10701174
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact noticed that the rear frame of the vehicle was corroded. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10691097
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for a routine oil change when she was advised that the frame was severely corroded. The dealer informed her that the vehicle was included in a manufacturer's recall however, the recall had expired. The dealer stated they could not repair the problem. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10555975
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that during a routine inspection, it was discovered that the sub frame had holes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing however no results were available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 124,000.
ODI 10630148
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame failed and detached from the vehicle due to rust and corrosion. The manufacturer was notified who offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 136,000.
ODI 10494480
Frame And Members
I don't know if i am in the right dept. But please guide me to the correct dept. My 2004 tacoma truck had a recall on the frame of vehicle. It is rusting or corroding away. Recall notice was never received by me as i have had financial problems and moved 3 times. I asked toyota if they sent notice registered and their answer is no. Recently i have put my truck for sale and anyone that looked at it loved it but asked…
ODI 10538424
Frame And Members · Mechanical
There was nothing that led up to this event. I was just driving down the highway and the bracket that attaches the front axel of my truck to the frame just snapped off. This is a relatively new vehicle and has not seen too rough a road! It is quite pampered and well maintained. This is obviously a defect due to the many complaints of the exact thing happening. I searched online and discovered that i am not alone in…
2 injuries
ODI 10375263
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of a manufacturer's recall pertaining to possible frame corrosion. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection and to have rust inhibitor sprayed on the frame of the vehicle. The dealer did not locate a corrosion failure in the frame and the vehicle was not serviced. The manufacturer was contacted and the contact was advised…
ODI 10352268
Frame And Members
I own a 2004 toyota tacoma 4wd. I purchase it new. The frame is rotting out terribly and the muffler system has to be replaced due to excessive corrosion and rot flaking off of the muffler system. I am afraid to drive the tacoma on the highway due to safety issues. I live in massachusetts and i have been advised that toyota may recall this year and model for frame rot. I am facing a $500+ bill to replace the muffler…
ODI 10289917
Frame And Members · Structure
We own a 2004 toyota tacoma. After receiving a letter from toyota about frame rust, we took our vehicle to the dealer for the requested inspection. The dealer told us that the frame has soft spots and that toyota recommended replacing the frame. We are seriously concerned about the safety of this vehicle given the fact that the structural integrity of the vehicle has been compromised. However, we question this kind…
ODI 10264303
Frame And Members
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). 2004 toyota tacoma [xxx] rusted rear step bumper,rusted inside out,no fault of owner toyota refuses to replace the bumper to date 02/2010 frame is slowly rusting out also/inspected by dealer/ok for now! *tr
ODI 10313854
Frame And Members
State farm mutual automobile claim #06-5795-637 regarding a rear end collision to a truck in which the frame was bent.*mr the repairman informed the consumer there was no need to repair the frame damage because it was within the manufacturer's specifications which was less than 5 millimeters. *jb
Crash reported
ODI 10135609