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JTEBT17RX40••••••2004 Toyota 4RUNNER
This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2004 Toyota 4RUNNER build (10 vs 4).
10on this build
552on the model
136builds in total
Most reportedStructure 4Steering 2Power Train 1Suspension 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringDec 2021
Rear section of the frame snapped in half during normal driving. Barely driveable extremely hazardous and will remained parked
Unknown Or OtherJul 2020
Vehicle has developed severe rust holes in the frame, sufficient to fail ny state inspection. Holes have appeared, and the metal around the holes is also soft due to rust. This was brought to our attention when we bought the car out of state, registered it in ny, and the vehicle…
SuspensionJan 2020
Vehicle frame has rusted completely through in certain areas - structure and safety is compromised .... Normal driving & care environment but appears frame has accelerated deterioration, while all other areas (body panels, all other components) are in excellent condition -…
StructureNov 2019
Frame has rusted through in at least three areas. In addition, parts of the frame I can pull off by hand. The front crossmember is 80% what it used to be due to parts falling off caused by rust
Power TrainJul 2004
Vibration above 70 mph, felt through steering wheel, pedal and floorboard
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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 JTEBT17RX40041120 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.