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5TEWN72N44Z••••••2004 Toyota TACOMA
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2004 Toyota TACOMA build (6 vs 4).
6on this build
359on the model
100builds in total
Most reportedStructure 4Electrical System 2Suspension 2Tires 1
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionNov 2021
This vehicles frame has rusted and broken. I feel lucky to have made it home just as the frame cracked wide open on one side making the truck un-drivable. Had this happened on the freeway or somewhere out in a rural setting I may have been killed, caused a problem for other…
StructureSep 2014
I was at shell station getting a oil change, when they went to lift my truck on their lift the technician noticed frame corrosion in 2 places. The technician told me if I do not fix it the spring leaf could fall off. Further more it is a safety issue. I do not the money for a…
Electrical SystemJun 2014
From a dead stop to any speed, it felt like I no acceration. I would have to feather the gas pedal to get up to speed. I've replaced fuel filter, 02 sender ( front), maf sender ,fuel pressure regulator ,cleaned all grounds, had fuel pump tested , had head gasket checked ,changed…
SuspensionMar 2020
The contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the suspension spring hangers were severely corroded. The contact stated that the subframe was also corroded. The manufacturer offered a warranty which was exceeded. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to…
Electrical SystemJan 2014
The contact owns a 2004 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the driver side door's electronic lock system failed. The door locked on its own and did not unlock with the interior or exterior door handles. The passenger side door was used to exit the vehicle. The vehicle was…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5TEWN72N44Z389230 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.