2004 Toyota MR2
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 2 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
Within the first two weeks after purchasing the vehicle, I noticed a transmission issue where the vehicle would not properly shift gears. I sometimes would try to up or downshift but there would be no change in the display on the gear indicator.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-31
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Toyota MR2 spider. The contact stated that the check transmission light illuminated on the instrument panel. Whenever this occurred, the vehicle became difficult or impossible to shift gears.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-02-01
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 MR2 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Toyota MR2 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 MR2?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Toyota MR2 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.