2004 Ford F-150 vs 2004 Toyota Tundra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Ford F-150 | 2004 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 2,028 | 465 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 149 | 201 |
| Investigations | 4 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 74 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 40 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–16 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,335 mi | 101,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 841 | 8 |
| Structure | 104 | 200 |
| Power Train | 232 | 46 |
| Suspension | 118 | 152 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 167 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 84 | 49 |
| Electrical System | 99 | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 95 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 217 | 10 |
| Stalling | 95 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 83 | 218 |
| Clunking / rattling | 50 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 29 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 28 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 19 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 16 | 0 |
2004 Ford F-150
2004 Toyota Tundra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.