MYRModel Year Report

2004 Toyota 4 Runner

▲ Better than typical
2004 Toyota 4 Runner
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:36.578Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
66
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

29% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 125 complaints 1996: 89 complaints 1996 1997: 122 complaints 1998: 120 complaints 1998 1999: 110 complaints 2000: 104 complaints 2000 2001: 31 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2004: 66 complaints 2004 66 2005: 15 complaints
1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 125 complaints 1995 1996: 89 complaints 1996 1997: 122 complaints 1997 1998: 120 complaints 1998 1999: 110 complaints 1999 2000: 104 complaints 2000 2001: 31 complaints 2001 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2003 2004: 66 complaints 2004 66 2005: 15 complaints 2005
1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 125 complaints 1995 1996: 89 complaints 1996 1997: 122 complaints 1997 1998: 120 complaints 1998 1999: 110 complaints 1999 2000: 104 complaints 2000 2001: 31 complaints 2001 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2003 2004: 66 complaints 2004 66 2005: 15 complaints 2005

2004: 66 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199452
1995125
199689
1997122
1998120
1999110
2000104
200131
200232
2003168
200466
200515

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

29% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing catalytic convertor and exhaust system.

Power train

15% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveshaft.

Seats

11% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing recliner and power adjust.

Tires

9% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems and sidewall.

Steering

9% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and hydraulic power assist system.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

While turning the vehicle the power strerring became unstable (Hard to turn - then lose) causing the SUV to hit a pole, damaging the corner right bumber.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-17

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2004 Toyota 4 Runner — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 7 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2004 Toyota 4 Runner reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Toyota 4 Runner is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Toyota 4 Runner?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Toyota 4 Runner have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.