22 problems related to frame rust have been reported for the 2004 Toyota Sequoia. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Toyota Sequoia based on all problems reported for the 2004 Sequoia.
Significant frame rust in the rear left and right.
Fuel gauge not measuring fuel properly. After a full tank, gauge indicates empty tank after few days. Speedometer not working and engine loses power for a while while the gauge goes to 100 miles on the highway and goes back to zero and restores power to the engine. The vehicle has only 145,000 miles on it. Also rust on the body frame . ## #vpic# 1 - check digit (9th position) does not calculate properly; 14 - unable to provide information for all the characters in the VIN. #vpic#.
Frame has rust holes and the steering stabilizer mount rusted completely off. Very unsafe ! the rest of the car is in excellent condition so the severity of rust on the frame seems very out of place. This issue is extreme and not normal. Not acceptable from a manufacturer known for its quality systems. Tps six sigma embarrasment in my opinion.
The bottom part of the tube frame is rusted through. When I went to lift it up to check a leaking power steering fluid line, the jack went through the bottom of the frame.
Tl the contact owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. While driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel began to shake violently. There were no warning indicators illuminated before the failure. The vehicle was driven to the contact's home where she noticed that the frame was rusted. The dealer (elgin Toyota, 1600 w lake st, streamwood, IL 60107) informed the contact to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact had the warranty enhancement performed on the frame in 2014. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no recalls for the failure. The failure mileage was 177,000.
I purchased a top of the line �04 Toyota Sequoia in January of this year for almost 9k. It has less than 110k miles on it and in pristine condition. We took it to the shop in August because we thought it needed a front end alignment. Nope! this was the frame that was recalled under the tundra trucks for rusting out because the frames were not built correctly. No where in my research did the recall mention the Sequoias. The frame is rusted so badly that it isn't even safe for me to drive. I have been to kerry Toyota in florence ky, and spoke with several different people and keep being told there is nothing you Toyota can do about it because the previous owner didn't take it in when the recall was active and have the special spray coating sprayed on to the frame. This is absolutely outrageous. You had a recall on these frames and didn't include the Sequoia model name and Toyota knew these frames would become dangerous and detrimental to the life of the car. This isn't a few hundred dollar fix which we could deal with, it's 7 thousand or more dollars fix after I paid almost 9k for a car that had less than 110k miles and is otherwise in perfect condition. When we purchased the car you couldn't tell that the frame was rusted so bad because someone had sprayed undercoating all over the frame. This car and the condition it is in minus the frame should last another 200k miles or more. I have no choice but to continue to drive it, I spent all that money on it and I can not believe that with everyone we have spoken to no one wants to make this right especially because your company knew how detrimental and dangerous this frame is, and here I am driving my children around in it. It is ate up with rust so bad that it can't even be welded.
Rust in frame vehicle is not safe to drive I own this vehicle for around 10 years never receive a letter from Toyota about the warranty enhancement.
The contact's friend owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. While the vehicle was taken to an inspection station, the contact's friend was informed by the inspector that the frame was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Toyota Sequoia 2004 frame degradation to point of unsafe. Front-passenger side frame where stabilizer bar is welded to frame has rusted through, leaving a large hole and disconnecting the stabilizer bar from the frame. Known issues by Toyota. As frames were inspected by service centers. Frame "passed". Issues was noticed during normal inspection - vehicle operated within originating intent and purpose. Normal driving. Toyota service center suggests a $12,000 frame replacement to fix problem.
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. While jacking up the vehicle to change the rear driver's side tire, the jack went through the frame and created a visible hole and crack. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the frame was rusted. The frame was not replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,800.
Totally rusted frame. Unsafe to drive. Never received a notice to replace a frame. Campaign ended on July 2014 . Now I stuck with unsafe vehicle which still has over 100,000 miles to drive. There suppose to be another action to replace the frame.
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. While the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance, the technician stated that the frame was severely rusted. The vehicle was unsafe to be driven and was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 07v013000 (suspension). The failure mileage was 138,000.
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.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be inspected due to excessive rust on the frame. The contact called a local dealer who referred him to the manufacturer, but was not provided any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v285000 (air bags). The failure mileage was 149,525. Parts distribution disconnect.
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. A few years prior to 2012, payed 950$ at a local body shop to have the vehicle coated in an anti rust protection, still did not help. Have had a huge issue with rust development since buying the car brand new from ira Toyota of danvers in 2004. Since the crc was done, it has chipped away, rust is still very prevalent on frame/all over the vehicle. Have lost my front skid plate while traveling due to rust, exhaust, catalytic converter, multiple O2 sensors, heat shield, backing plate, front caliper, rear gate hinges, etc. Opened up a complaint with Toyota corporate. Said that they can do nothing and the crc isn't necessarily going to solve the problem, all other issues must be dealt with directly by the owner. Extremely unhappy and feel very unsafe in vehicle.
Frame rusted through.
Frame rust makes the vehicle unsafe in less than two years. Dealership says limited service campaign c0d expired. Record of vehicle shows no inspection of vehicle throughout numerous service visits to dealerships between 2004 and now. Dealership could not tell me timeframe of campaign.
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. While undergoing an annual safety inspection, it was discovered that the vehicle's frame was rusted out. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 145,000.
After getting off the highway and parking, I found it hard to move steering wheel and the car began making loud noise. When our mechanic looked at it, he said the entire frame had rusted, including the part that holds the power steering fluid, causing the power steering fluid to fall out, and creating the steering problems. He determined the vehicle was unsafe to drive and recommended I called Toyota dealerships to see if they would replace the frame as part of Toyota's frame replacement program. I tried calling 2 Toyota dealerships (including the one from which I purchased the vehicle) and both said they're not running that program anymore and there's nothing they can do. I then called Toyota customer service, filed my case and requesting that frame be replaced due to the extreme rust and the problems it was causing with under 75,000 mi on it. They simply said there is nothing they can do. I am now without the vehicle, which I use for my business, and purchased just a year and a half ago. When we purchased the vehicle, we were not told there had been a recall or possible problem with rust.
Our 2004 Toyota Sequoia has extensive rust on the frame of the car that has made it unsafe to operate. We understand that Toyota used poor quality steel to make the frame. We have contacted Toyota, which has refused to fix or replace the frame because we missed the July 31 2014 deadline. We know that there is a recall for 2005-08 models and the 2004 model should be included as well. We want the frame to be replaced. The rest of the car is in good working condition.
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated while having the vehicle serviced at a dealer, the technician noticed excessive rust on the frame and suspension. The technician also stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was included in a manufacturer's recall but the dealer was charging for parts because there was a possibility that the part could have fractured during the remedy repair. The contact notified the manufacturer of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 132,000.
The frame is rusted through in large, weight-bearing areas. Some of the holes are 3 inches or more in diameter. I have been told it is dangerous to drive. Toyota had a rust proofing recall around 2012. They sprayed some tar-like material on it which did no good. I am the original owner and have taken good care of the vehicle. This frame is every bit as bad as all the Sequoia frames Toyota recalled and replaced from model year 2005 on. I deserve the same treatment as the later owners with their rusted frames. Less important but annoying is the rust on the body over the left read wheelwell which is glaringly obvious when a passenger opens that door. You can see right through that part of the body. It happened within a few years of purchase.