2004 Toyota Tundra Power Train Problems
- 32
- 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 32 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- rear differential · 10 records
- rear axle · 6 records
- rusted through · 6 records
- axle housing · 4 records
- differential leaking · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 9 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Leaking oil out of my rear axle housing it is on the mild steel that is welded to the cast axle very porous leaking a lot of oil
ODI 11253741
Body · Power Train
My frame is rusting almost into, i don't think it was inspected well, and now the rear axle housing is rusted so bad it's leaking fluid
ODI 11219231
Power Train · Suspension
Rear end failure due to rust problem known to toyota. They replaced frame with no consideration for safety of passengers. Drive train locked up while driving down highway. Found bell housing on rear end rusted through allowing fluid to run out! Dangerous. Toyota should take responsibility for bad product! Welded bell housing, cannot repair. Please help!!!! Almost caused wreck! Cars swerved to avoid colision.
ODI 11173552
Power Train
Takata recall rear housing has many pin holes and is leaking gear lube
ODI 11119500
Body · Power Train
Rusted rear differential. Rusted frame at front right sway bar. Can't pass inspection. Seems to be a common problem just like the 2003 model. I still have payments on this vehicle i can't drive.
ODI 10883708
Power Train · Suspension
I took my 2004 toyota tundra to a local service center because i thought it needed shock absorbers. Once on the lift we found the entire rear section was completely rusted out with several major parts just hanging from the frame. Toyota claims they sent recalls in 2015 however i did not get them. I did receive a very recent recall for an air bag and front coil springs, within a week the truck was taken in for the…
ODI 10865482
Body · Power Train · Suspension
Frame rusted through unsafe to drive. Received very first letter in july about a recall. It is september 21, 2015 and the recall ended august 31, 2015.
ODI 10766497
Power Train · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
The entire frame and under side of the truck to include brackets, cables, fittings, and exhaust are so rusted and flaking off that i'm concerned that the truck may break apart driving down the road. I bought the truck used from lowe toyota in warner robins, ga and had no idea that the truck was a rusted out disaster waiting for a place to happen !!
ODI 10734254
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that fuel emitted outside of the vehicle; however, there was no fuel visible on the ground. In addition, the front fuel tank strap completely rusted and the fuel tank exhibited a hole. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was repaired, but the repairs were unknown. The contact also mentioned that the gear shifter cable fractured due to rust and…
Crash reported
ODI 10746020
Body · Power Train · Service Brakes
Toyota recalled my tundra for a rusted frame. Dealer took possession of the vehicle in april. They provided a rental car, but no other update or contact until a week ago when the frame arrived. Now nearly complete, they want to charge me $8000 for additional parts not covered by the recall which they claim is necessary to make the vehicle pass inspection and roadworthy yet many of these parts were unaffected prior…
ODI 10780856
Power Train
Rear axle-housing rotted through . Dealership knew this on inspection of frame on may 20 2014.corporate office was made aware of problem but refuses to address situation. Updated 4/24/2015 *js
ODI 10616946
Air Bags · Power Train · Suspension
I am disabled and i keep receiving recall notices about airbags, and frame recalls from toyota, but the local dealers tell me that they do not have the parts to fix them. I am unable to carry anyone in the passenger seat because of safety advisories and this is affecting the value of my vehicle, and risk of injury to myself and any passengers i may carry, and insurance coverage because of the recall notifications. I…
ODI 10744420
Electrical System · Power Train
The frame is rusting apart. The rear end has rust hole through it. I have already replaced the rack and pinion because it had quarter size hole rusted through it.
ODI 11140490
Frame And Members · Linkage And Cable · Power Train · Suspension
Had truck in for oil change whole frame, drive shaft parking brake cable is rusting through. *tt
ODI 10583167
Power Train
Automatic transmission column shift problem of the 2004 toyota tundra toyota tundra. There is a serious problem with the steering column housing support. After starting the vehicle and subsequently attempting to shift the gear into reverse , the gear shift lever broke free at the steering column. I was able to stop the vehicle. Able to park the vehicle, but was unable to shift into any other gear. The consumer…
ODI 10556397
Power Train · Suspension
Excessive rust on frame, under body, and suspension. Rear axle / differential has large flaking rust so bad that it will not hold lubricant. Filed complaint with toyota on 11/13/2013 and was given a case # and turned in photos at local toyota dealer in early december 2013. Contacted toyota in january 2014 and was told that a recall was going to be issued but it would cover frame only and no other components would be…
ODI 10563326
Body · Power Train · Suspension
I recently noticed a leak under the rear of the vehicle. Upon inspection, the differential was found to be rusted right through and leaking. I examined the frame as well and noticed severe rusting in various places on the frame. I never received a notice of recall on the frame. Apparently there is not only frame damage to many tundras, but also to necessary working parts. I have never had an axle rot out on any of…
ODI 10548311
Power Train · Underbody Shields
On 9/27/13 when my 2004 tundra was being checked out for a recall for severe frame rust the ri toyota dealer brought to my attention the rear differential was rotted through and leaking oil and said that this rust is not covered by recall. The whole axle has to be replaced. My question to you is, shouldn't toyota be responsible for all the sub-standard steel? Shouldn't this be under a safety recall for oil leakage?…
ODI 10548408
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Structure · Suspension
There is extensive corrosion damage to all metal fittings and metal fuel and hydraulic lines. The rear axle is severely corroded and leaking oil through the casting requiring replacement. There is a fuel line failure next to the exhaust manifold. The corrosion damage to the steering system fittings requires replacement of the rack assembly although the system operates properly. There is corrosion damage to many of…
ODI 10547000
Power Train · Suspension · Underbody Shields · Wheels
Massive generalized rust under vehicle. This is affecting the frame, suspension, all lines, exhaust, all metal fittings, wheels, brakes, spare tire. My mechanic does not know how to proceed and suggested we no longer drive this vehicle. Toyota dealer said this is not included in the rust recall which is in effect for tundra trucks exactly like this one , but off by a couple months by manufacturing date. Our toyota…
ODI 10587803
Body · Power Train
The frame has severe rust. Also rear differential is leaking fluid through the steel bowl. *tr
ODI 10532087
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Suspension
Brought vehicle in for new muffler and tailpipe. Mechanic showed me a leaky rear seal because the metal cover was rusting through. Also showed me main frame and suspension points which are , in his words, "like rust holding hands". *tr
ODI 10521855
Power Train
My wife was stopping by the house. She already had her foot on the brake. The vehicle accelerated w/o warning and went through the front of the house. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10514169
Power Train · Service Brakes · Suspension
2004 toyota tundra worse than 2003 for metal fatigue. Front of rear differential is flaking apart. Tension adjuster for emergency brake is disintegrating. Adjustment bolts are seized. Spare tire attachment is flaking apart. Please help. *tr
ODI 10514382
Power Train · Service Brakes · Suspension · Underbody Shields
*the rear differential and brake housing left and right are rotting from the outside. Large parts of the differential housing are already missing! *the front transfer case and transmission are perfect! *the entire rear trans-axle is rotting from the outside. *the emergency brake adjustment turnbuckle is rotting. *structural mounts for the emergency brake are rotted. *the steel in the frame and most factory welds are…
ODI 10513568