2004 Toyota Sequoia Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 77about this part
- Share
- 20%of 380 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 135,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 77 complaints about the body and structure of the 2004 Toyota Sequoia, 20% of the 380 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 135,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Took 2004 Sequoia to kings Toyota for the airbag recall as well as diagnostic eval of vsc ABS lights issue. Received a phone call that the tech could not determine the electrical problem unless we paid an additional $360 for more time to diagnose and that the frame was rusted through with large holes. Wondered if we wanted to pursue the electrical issue with the larger safety issue with the frame. …”
NHTSA complaint #11302665, filed 2020-01, 187,000 miles“*filed with attorney general of new york* recall was issued on the 2004 Sequoia due to corrosion. On july 25, 2013 we brought our car to the dealership to apply a protective coat and waited a week for the car to be returned to us. We had to return the vehicle, september, 2014, to the dealer with the same problem, the spray was flaking off exposing the rust underneath. …”
NHTSA complaint #10658579, filed 2014-11, 70,000 miles“Frame is rusting underneayh to the point where I have had to repair the vehicle control arm which rusted off and broke while driving. My tow hitch mount has rusted off. There are more than 5 spots along the frame where rust has perforated and the frame has visible signs of rot. I had a licensed garage inspect the frame and was told the vehicle is dangerous and that the frame should be replaced. I am having continuous problems with the suspension components rusting out.”
NHTSA complaint #10956184, filed 2017-02, 162,000 miles“Took my 2004 Toyota Sequoia for service at ira Toyota of danvers massachusetts on 9/13/2012. Was notified that a recall regarding frame rust was also available and the frame needed to be inspected. Never received a letter in the mail and they informed me in person while at service that they will coat the frame in crc compound. Never even said if it was bad enough (which the photos show) that they will replace the frame. They did replace the spare tire carrier due to rust. …”
NHTSA complaint #10849742, filed 2016-03, 65,000 miles“My 2004 Toyota Sequoia hatch (lock sus assy and handle assy) have failed and been replaced on two occasions. On 10 july 2014 and 23 november 2018 each were costly repairs for a simple handle/lock that were poorly designed. A door handle and lock should not cost over one thousand dollars during the life of the vehicle. As the original owner and a loyal Toyota customer I am disappointed with quality of small part replacement jobs I have had to complete to maintain my vehicle. Hatch door failed with no warning or previous problems summer and winter conditions.”
NHTSA complaint #11339199, filed 2020-07, 52,482 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11012744Dec 6, 2024The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic…
- 11012743Dec 6, 2024To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film…
- 11012742Dec 6, 2024Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an…
- 11012735Dec 5, 2024Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental…
- 11012727Dec 3, 2024Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding…
- 11007445Jul 12, 2024The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic…
- 11007444Jul 12, 2024To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film…
- 11007443Jul 12, 2024Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an…
- 11006151Jul 12, 2024The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic…
- 11006150Jul 12, 2024To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 14% |
| 2014 | 3 | 18% |
| 2013 | 2 | 17% |
| 2012 | 3 | 15% |
| 2011 | 1 | 6% |
| 2010 | 5 | 16% |
| 2009 | 1 | 17% |
| 2008 | 16 | 24% |
| 2007 | 25 | 18% |
| 2006 | 45 | 22% |
| 2005 | 26 | 7% |
| 2004 | 77 | 20% |
| 2003 | 98 | 17% |
| 2002 | 95 | 14% |
| 2001 | 102 | 19% |
Other parts of the 2004 Toyota Sequoia
101 complaintsBrakes
100 complaintsOther or unknown
60 complaintsVehicle speed control
53 complaintsSuspension
47 complaintsElectrical system
34 complaintsAir bags
24 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsWheels
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Toyota Sequoia
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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