1. Toyota Tacoma
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  3. 2004
  4. Underbody Shields

2004 Toyota Tacoma Underbody Shields Problems

37
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 37 stored complaint records:

  • 0 indicate a crash
  • 0 indicate injury
  • 1 indicate fire

What owners report

  • frame rusted · 5 records
  • rusted through · 5 records
  • unsafe drive · 5 records
  • frame corrosion · 4 records
  • informed recall · 4 records
  • state inspection · 4 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
100–150k mi14
60–100k mi6
150–400k mi4
1–30k mi2
30–60k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • March 1, 2013

    Underbody Shields

    According to records, [xxx], toyota extended the corrosion-resistant treatment (crt) beyond 2010.the document reads additional 15 years. Currently i visited a toyato dealer and they claimed toyota ended the aggreement dec. 2012. No notice was recieved of change. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

    ODI 10500954

  • February 1, 2013 · 109,400 miles

    Underbody Shields

    3 years ago toyota sent us a noticed and called .. Asking us to have our frame inspected due to frame failures and rust. We complied and had the undercoating and frame inspected for 3 years with the understanding that this would protect us if future frame problems were identified. This year 2012 we were told we didn't need to have the frame inspected, however when we were replacing the brakes we noticed significant…

    ODI 10502145

  • January 24, 2013 · 120,732 miles

    Power Train · Suspension · Underbody Shields

    Frame: i had my tacoma in for work (the clutch would not return fully to the up position) and the dealer (tj toyota, potsdam, ny) said there were holes in the frame. There was one on the left side near there sway bar and two on the right side just in front of the passenger door. The dealer called toyota and toyota said the program for undercoating the frame ended in december and they would not do anything. I bought…

    ODI 10496007

  • January 11, 2013 · 112,000 miles

    Underbody Shields

    Nhtsa:action # 10027968 service bulletin #251424 report date nov.25,2008 - nhtsa # 10030357 [lsc]90d 2001-2004 tacoma frame corrosion - preventative compound] i purchased a 04 tacoma from prestige toyota,kingston,ny on 10/27/10.i asked the service manager about lsc 90d he stated that they did the inspection, but not the compound on 10/16/10.what the lsc 90d states is the frame is to be inspected and one of the…

    ODI 10494870

  • December 17, 2012

    Power Train · Underbody Shields

    My 2004 toyota tacoma was recalled in 2012. The recall letter stated that in certain states where road salt is used to manage winter driving conditions, the potential existed for premature rust/corrosion of the frame. I brought the truck in to the dealership where it was then determined that the frame should be replaced. Six months later i noticed that the rear differential housing was leaking. Why didn't the recall…

    ODI 10510003

  • December 3, 2012

    Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Underbody Shields

    2004 toyota tacoma. Consumer writes in regards to brake line rupture. *tgw the consumer stated the dealer would not replace the brake line under warranty, because the frame caused the brake line to rupture. Toyota informed the consumer, a recall was issued in 2010, where the frame was supposed to be sprayed and treated. The consumer was informed the extended warranty had expired. *jb

    ODI 10488261

  • October 4, 2012

    Underbody Shields

    I just traded my harley davidson e-glide for a 2004 toyota tacoma. Unfortunately i didn't know about the frame issues! The frame and everything is rusted beyond repair. I called my local toyota dealer and they said that the recall for the frame issues was over. In my opinion toyota should honor the recall as long as their product is out to the public! I love the truck but just don't want to drive because of the…

    ODI 10485033

  • October 3, 2012 · 147,000 miles

    Underbody Shields

    2004 toyota tacoma with 147,000 miles failed state inspection and deemed unsafe to drive due to rusted and perforated frame. This frame was one bought by toyota from the dana corporation. Toyota won a lawsuit over this poor quality frame, and has bought back all '95-'99 toyotas with this frame, and replaced frames on '00-'04 trucks. Toyota is stating that our tacoma does not qualify for the extended warranty put out…

    ODI 10479973

  • January 24, 2012

    Underbody Shields

    I took my truck in for the yearly inspection and it failed for a hole in the frame. I contacted toyota and was informed that i missed a customer care service to inspect the frame and there was nothing that they would do for me. I repaired the hole and the vehicles passed inspection for the frame the past two years.i was driving today and found that the bed of my truck crooked. I checked the other side of the frame…

    ODI 10509425

  • December 21, 2006 · 14,500 miles

    Underbody Shields

    Heavy snows in colorado during december,2006 forced many vehicle drivers to drive in unusually heavy drifts. The rear skid plate on newer toyota tacoma 4x4 trucks can bend and peel away from the frame when the vehicle is driven in deep drifts in reverse. When the vehicle is then driven forward, the bent skid plate acts as a baffle against snow, causing the truck to swerve and become difficult to maneuver and…

    ODI 10177582

  • March 1, 2006 · 40,000 miles

    Catalytic Convertor · Emission Control · Underbody Shields

    Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that he received a manufacturer's recall for the frame. After having the repairs completed, he noticed that the frame was separating from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken back to the dealer for further inspection. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. The current mileage was…

    ODI 10503554

  • August 30, 2004 · 7,000 miles

    Underbody Shields

    While driving 45 mph passenger's side under body caught on fire. No injuries reported. As a result, the vehicle was considered a total loss. *ak

    Fire reported

    ODI 10106650