2004 Toyota Land Cruiser: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser: 1 recall, 5 owner complaints and up to 13 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V065000 · 2016 · 320,409 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that May be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to deploy inadvertently.
Why it matters: If the side curtain-shield-air bags deploy unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of occupant injury.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (2): the most common themes are warning light on (2), brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Equipment (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser has 5 owner complaints, ranking #20 of 31 Land Cruiser model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 8). Complaints peaked in 2005 (1 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 11 years old, at a median of 156,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2003 (10 complaints, 1 recalls), 2005 (9 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 13 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (2), brakes (2), brakes (hydraulic) (1).
What gas mileage does the 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser get?
EPA ratings run up to 13 mpg combined (4.7 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser repair manual?
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