2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2004
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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While driving at approximately 30 MPH, the "Brake" Warning light illuminated along with the high pitch audible brake failure alarm.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-09
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. The contact stated that the brake system failed without warning. The lights on the instrument panel illuminated and the brake pedal extended to the floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-05-12
Equipment
2 of 5 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing navigational system(global positioning system).
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Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 MPH on normal road conditions, the navigation system was difficult to make selections, and the map system had a limited display.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-11-29
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
2 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.
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Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle's mileage was 300,000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-13
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-12-01Air bags16V065000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371.
Buy-smart checklist
2004 Toyota Land Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Equipment: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V065000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.