2004 Toyota Tundra Body Problems
- 102
- 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 102 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 17 records
- frame rust · 15 records
- frame rusted · 12 records
- spare tire · 10 records
- excessive rust · 10 records
- repaired notified · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 33 |
| 150–400k mi | 16 |
| 60–100k mi | 15 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
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
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle's frame was rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for inspection. The technician stated that there were no holes in the frame and painted the frame with crc paint. The contact stated that the remedy failed to repair the failure and the rust returned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10736000
Body · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that power steering fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the rack and pinion was defective. In addition, he stated that while he was inspecting the vehicle he noticed that the frame was corroded and the cross members were fractured. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.…
ODI 10550096
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated the he took his vehicle in for a check up and was informed that his subframe was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 67,500. *tr
ODI 10558370
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the spare tire dislodged from the spare tire well and onto the road. The failure was contributed to the under carriage being excessively corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10536770
Body · Power Train
The frame has severe rust. Also rear differential is leaking fluid through the steel bowl. *tr
ODI 10532087
Body · Suspension
Frame is badly rusted in many areas including where suspension and brake components mount. I am concerned a major failure could lead to injury to myself or a member of my family. I understand there was a recall for 2000-2003 tundras for the same issue but my 2004 was not included in the recall. *tr
ODI 10522460
Body
During our 2013 inspection we were told we have severe corrosion in the under carriage... We took it to the toyota dealership where we were told there has been a recall on 2000,2001,2002,2003. Not 2004. Our tundra was built in march 2004 and has the same corrosion. However, no recall yet. We just had our 2014 inspection done and the vehicle failed. We can no longer put it on the road...so- we have a 10 year old…
ODI 10566428
Body
My 2004 tundra has a rusted frame that is not safe. The truck has 48,000 miles on it and the frame has rust holes through it. This is not normal surface rust. The truck has no other rust issues. Toyota needs to recall this vehicle. *tr
ODI 10488134
Body · Power Train
Frame rusting and rear differential rusting out. Frame is corroding from rust. Rear differential has several pin holes causing fluid to leak. These are both known problems with the gen 1 tundra's. Contacted toyota customer care and basically told me there isn't anything they can do since the frame recall campaign ended in 2015. I never received notification of the frame recall. I was told that there wasn't any…
ODI 11163246
Body · Power Train
Noticed small oil spot in driveway. The differential was leaking. I took it to colonial toyota in smithfield, ri and they checked it for a recall and told me there was none. They did note the axle was not in good shape and should probably be replaced as the differential is part of the housing. Not ready to drop 3k for a poorly made product. Research and other recalls tell me that the metal used was of an inferior…
ODI 10504523
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while replacing the front passenger side tire, it was noticed that approximately six inches of the frame was extremely rusted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 157,000. The vin was not available.
ODI 10501207
Body · Underbody Shields
The undercarriage of the truck is completely corroded. Cannot remove the spare tire, the parts holding it will fall off. The truck is unsafe due to the possibility of the undercarriage and crossbars falling off. Same issue as the recall of the 2003 thunderous. Called toyota local, regional, and us customer service who keep telling me the truck is not part of the recall therefore they cannot help me. The truck was…
ODI 10637113
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for unrelated repairs when the mechanic informed the contact that the entire frame was corroded. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a complaint was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
ODI 10482904
Body · Suspension
My 2004 toyota tundra limited, purchased in 2004 directly from toyota dealership for 39000 dollars has an extremely rusty frame. The steel peels away in layers at the welds. The proliferation can be described as "layers of a biscuit flaking a part." the dealership pounded on the frame with a tool and said that it did not fail the "toyota frame tool" test and since the vehicle is a 2004 they would not do anything…
ODI 10445706
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the spare tire fell from the vehicle due to the carrier being rusted. In addition, he noticed that the frame was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where they advised him that the carrier was rusted and needed to be replaced. Also, the frame was not completely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and…
ODI 10490764
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the frame was severely rusted and could possibly fracture in half at any time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was unavailable. The failure and current mileage was 55,000.
ODI 10489158
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the entire frame exhibited severe flaking rust, which separated in chunks. The corrosion became progressively worse over a period of time. The vehicle was inspected by an authorized dealer who stated that the frame rusted without any perforation. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure…
ODI 10494406
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was determined that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the frame was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was not available.
ODI 10506007
Body · Power Train · Service Brakes
Excessive rust pretty much everywhere. Just had to replace the rear differential and associated parts because rust caused differential leak. Cost was over 3,500. Replaced rusted brake lines and calipers. Tailgate wire rusted and broke. Opening mechanism to tailgate is rusted and is extremely difficult (if not impossible) to open/close. Rear bumper is rusted through, and not safe to step on. Hitch receiver is…
ODI 10662271
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the frame exhibited an excessive amount of rust that was surrounding the rear tires and the fuel tank. The contact did not take the vehicle to a dealer or mechanic for inspection. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the rust issue and the manufacturer advised the contact that rust was not covered under any specific recall. The vehicle was…
ODI 10487697
Automatic Transmission · Body · Equipment Adaptive/Mobility · Frame And Members · Front · Steering · Traction Control System
My 2004 toyota tundra double cab has an excessive amount of rust on the undercarriage. Because of this rust, the camber bolts cannot be removed to properly align the vehicle. I have been told that they will have to use heat to remove them, along with a lot of force, and in turn may do frame damage in the process. I have been quoted by my dealer $5,200 to fix the problem which initially started with a small shimmy in…
ODI 10313761
Body · Frame And Members
Vehicle frame and undercarriage seems to have an excessive amount of rust and deterioration. As i perform maintenance on the vehicle, i am replacing rusted parts including bolts, drain plugs as well as spraying the undercarriage with wd-40, 3m undercoating spray and corrosion stop. This issue is an on-going fight to keep the rust at bay. *tr
ODI 10267624
Body · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Service Brakes · Suspension
Rust on everything under the truck as well as the rear bumper. Parts that have had to be replaced because of rust and/or rust perforation or need to be replaced: 1) entire frame ' perforation greater than 10mm found on passenger siderail 2) rear differential (leaking from rust perforation) 3) brake lines 4) power steering line (leaking from rust) 5) skid plate (support brackets rusted - fell off while driving) 6)…
ODI 10663590
Body
Vehicle frame is rotting. This is a common problem with the toyota tundra. For whatever reason, prior recalls did not apply to the 2004 model year even though the same problem exists when the vehicle is used in areas that are treated with salt during the winter. Frame corrosion has rendered this vehicle unsafe to drive.
ODI 11203709