2004 Toyota Tacoma Body Problems
- 106
- 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 106 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 37 records
- notified failure · 24 records
- frame rusted · 17 records
- repaired notified · 17 records
- unsafe drive · 13 records
- approximate failure · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 35 |
| 150–400k mi | 29 |
| 60–100k mi | 21 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
With 115,000 mikes the frame is rusted through in several spots. This is a problem with the model for many years and toyota refuses to fix it. My mechanic has advised me that it is unsafe to drive
ODI 10994219
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. While driving approximately 35 mph over some bumps in the road, the contact heard a noise emerging from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stopped and noticed that parts of the subframe detached in the rear of the vehicle due to severe rust. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 158,000.
ODI 10991154
Body
The vehicle exhibited shimmying while driving on streets and highways. When inspected by a mechanic, significant frame corrosion was identified. Mechanic stated that vehicle was unsafe to operate.
ODI 10990541
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was at the dealer to have the catalytic converter system replaced, the mechanic observed that the frame had extensive corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not included in any open recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
ODI 10990873
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. While having the brakes repaired on the vehicle, the independent mechanic stated that the subframe was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was inspected in 2011 for corrosion and passed the inspection. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not included in any…
ODI 10994144
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. After the vehicle was purchased, the contact took the vehicle for an inspection and was informed that the frame was severely corroded. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer notified the contact that they issued a voluntary recall; however, the campaign had expired. The recall information was not provided. The vin was invalid. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10985815
Body
Frame is completely rusted, toyota has replaced frames on thousands of these vehicles but wont replace mine because my vin is not in their "program" because it was originally sold in hawaii. Yet dealer tells me car is unsafe to drive.
ODI 10979630
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer for an alignment. The technician stated that the frame of the vehicle was severely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
ODI 10970527
Body · Steering
We are the second owners of a 2004 tacoma, purchased 4 years ago. It currently has 104,000 miles on it. The underside is rusted out! We just got the list of things to fix this morning (rusty muffler and steering components needing replacement) and are devastated. My husband was told he could lose control of steering at any moment if we don't make the repairs of $4000+. The steering is very loose and not steady. I…
ODI 10990960
Body · Tires
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle was completely rusted without warning. The contact called the manufacturer and was not offered any assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the recall expired. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 12v542000 (tires). The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10971078
Body
2004 toyota tacoma frame issue frame was inspected and passed they said they would contact me when it was time to seal it but never did when i went back they said i was too late and only fixed tire carrier recall. Now frame is rusting out had to be repaired and toyota said it's my problem and they won't give me the extended 15 year warranty i contacted them last year and again this year
ODI 11282592
Body · Fuel/Propulsion System
Gas tank, tank sheid bracket holding tank up almost completly rusted off with hardly holding gas tank on! Major issue!
ODI 10953929
Body
2004 toyota tacoma, purchased new from california dealer. Majority of vehicle life spent in cold states. Excessive corrosion to frame has now led to cracking of the frame. Only 77,000 miles and now unsafe to drive. Vehicle was serviced at two different toyota dealers during active period of service ('recall') when toyota was replacing frames and adding protective coatings on frames of this model and year. No such…
ODI 10955693
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a tire rotation. The mechanic stated that the vehicle was unsafe to be driven due to severe rust and there were holes throughout the entire frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 143,000.
ODI 10909746
Body
FRAME RUSTED.
ODI 10909454
Body
Was rear-ended yesterday. Upon inspection by insurance inspector, the inspector stated the frame failed, cross-member broke off frame due to excessive rust and rear of frame was rotted. This vehicle had received frame recall, but was only offered undercoating, which was done, but was obviously not done on rear of frame. Insurance inspector knew of this recall and stated toyota should not be allowed to get away with…
Crash reported
ODI 10908313
Body
FRAME RUST
ODI 10905512
Body · Suspension
The frame of the tacoma is severely rusted. Rust easily falls off the frame of the truck. Tacoma models after 2005 received recall notifications and fixes from toyota, but the 2004 models have not received any notice even though they exhibit more frame rot and rusting.
ODI 10886185
Body
The frame has rusted and the dealership is unwilling to replace even though there continues to be recalls on more modern vehicles and another will be beginning soon for newer models. No notice was received by me about this problem. Not sure if this was a technical service bulletin or a full recall, but i cannot understand how a major problem with the frame would not qualify for a full recall. The truck was sold by…
ODI 10885184
Body · Suspension
I bought my toyota truck in may 2016. I had the truck serviced at a local shop. The service manager stated the truck had a lot of rust noted on the frame and other parts underneath the truck. I took the truck to my local toyota dealer to have the spare tire hangar recall taken care of. The service manager told me they could not service the truck because of the extensive rust noted. He stated "if you were my family…
ODI 10949566
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was being serviced for scheduled maintenance, the mechanic found severe rust on the frame and other components of the undercarriage. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 130,616.
ODI 10876500
Body
The frame has rusted so bad that you can poke your fingers through it. Also the frame is rusted around where rear shocks mount causing the passenger rear shock to come apart. Vehicle is not safe to drive. Contacted toyota about the problem and they refuse to do anything even though this vehicle was part of a recall due to rust issues.
ODI 10865447
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was undergoing a state inspection, the contact was informed that there were holes in the frame. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.
ODI 10862036
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to be painted, the technician found that the subframe of the vehicle was severely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
ODI 10877065
Body
FRAME IS COMPLETELY ROTTEN 108000 MILES.
ODI 10855366