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2004 Toyota Corolla visibility problems

29 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 50,000.

owner complaints
29
of this car's complaints
6%
typical mileage
50,000
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Power window devices and controls
    7
  • Glass, side/rear
    5
  • Sun/moon roof assembly
    3
  • Windshield
    1
  • Rearview mirrors/devices
    1
  • Rear window wiper/washer
    1
  • Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Toyota Corolla visibility problems in other years

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Related recalls

Visibility: glass, side/rearReported April 10, 2008 · 662,178 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Toyota is recalling 662,178 my 2003-2004 corolla, corolla matrix and pontiac vibe vehicles equipped with power windows. The driver and front passenger door glass bolts may loosen and come off, causing the door glass to separate from the window regulator. Due to the components becoming loose and possibly rattling, an abnormal noise may be heard from the driver and /or front passenger door when operating the power windows.
Risk
The door glass may separate from the window regulator, bind and shatter during operation of the power windows, causing driver distraction and/or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger door glass bolts with newly designed bolts free of charge. The recall began on april 16, 2008 to toyota owners. The recall began on may 21, 2008, for pontiac owners. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑888‑270‑9371 or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.

Recall number 08V162000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Side front power window shattersOpened February 5, 2008, closed May 1, 2008

For the subject vehicles, there is a possibility that the retention force of the regulator bolts which attach the front side window glass to the power window regulator may not be sufficient due to an interference of the retention nut and the bolt shoulder radius.in this condition the bolt may become loose, causing a loud noise to be generated when the window is raised or lowered.if the vehicle and the power window are continuously operated in this condition, the bolt may completely separate, causing the glass to become misaligned, and in the worse case, the glass may shatter during operation of the power window.general motors corporation (gm) and toyota north america, inc. (toyota) will conduct a safety recall on the pontiac vibe, toyota corolla and toyota matrix vehicles to replace the regulator bolt with a bolt and washer.gm will recall 122,593 my 2003-2004 pontiac vibe vehicles.odi is aware of a total of 16,045 warranty and goodwill claims, 274 field and consumer reports, and 23 injuries for these vehicles.toyota will recall 415,341 my 2003-2004 toyota corolla vehicles. Odi is aware of a total of 6,601 warranty claims, 150 field and consumer reports, and 11 injuries for these vehicles.toyota will recall 124,244 my 2003-2004 toyota corolla matrix vehicles.odi is aware of a total of 2,198 warranty claims, 113 field and consumer reports, and 6 injuries for these vehicles.odi is aware of a total of 24,843 warranty claims, 537 field and consumer reports, and 40 injuries for 662,178 my 2003-2004 vehicles.the recall is identified by the federal safety agency number 08v‑162.

EA08004

What 2004 Toyota Corolla owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 7, 2019 · Visibility · 237,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. The contact took the vehicle to gosch toyota (350 carriage circle, hemit, ca 92545, (951) 356-2073) to be repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v162000 (visibility), but the remedy was unsuccessful. The contact stated that the windows malfunctioned and came off track. The contact scheduled another appointment with the dealer and was informed that the recall applied to non-electrical windows. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 237,000.

Filed Jun 15, 2016 · Airbags, Visibility · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 08v162000 (visibility), 15v286000 (air bags), and 15v043000 (air bags). The parts needed to repair the vehicle were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Dec 29, 2015 · Airbags, Visibility · TN

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 15v285000 (air bags), 15v043000 (air bags), 13v029000 (air bags) and 08v162000 (visibility). However, the parts needed to repair the vehicle were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect and VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Apr 28, 2014 · Visibility · 200,000 miles · NH

Adult son was driving car on freeway when sunroof/moonroof just blew off. Hit two cars causing windshield and minor body scratching. Brought car into toyota dealership that next week. Was told 1) sunroof was an after market add on, 2) glue holding sunroof to frame had let go and 3) not a toyota problem. Contacted original dealership where car purchased new. Was told they would not help as sunroof was aftermarket and there was no existing warranty. I bought the car new and paid toyota. Car came with the sunroof which toyota dealership had contracted out for installation. Was given the name of the installer and they readily agreed to pay for the re-installation of a new sunroof.

Filed Nov 11, 2010 · Visibility · 48,844 miles · VA

My driver side window lowers only part way when the temperature is lower than 70o and the window rattles when the window is raised. Vin 2t1br3244c215045 I contacted the toyota customer service center, and spoke with mr. Karin knan, under toyota case # 1011110634, who instructed he would be contact you with my issue; the parts were under warranty for 3 years/36k. I just received a call from my service manager, who stated that the repair and investigation involved removing the door panel and viewing the window regulator and bolts. Request your consideration of my vehicle issue, similar to the recall of defect investigation ea08-004.

Filed Oct 13, 2010 · Visibility · 80,000 miles · MO

Tl. The contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to have a recall repair for the visibility:glass, side/rear (08v162000). Before taking the vehicle to the dealer the contact stated both window had malfunctioned. The dealer performed the recall repair to the front driver side window but not the front passenger side window due to extensive damage that can not be repaired under the recall. That contact stated the front passenger side window will not stay closed. The contact stated the front passenger side window was closed upon arriving to the dealer. The dealer stated to the contact the regulator needs to be replaced. The contact stated the manufacturer should be responsible for the repairs since this is a manufacturer defect. The failure mileage was 80,000. Jo

Filed Aug 26, 2010 · Body, Visibility · 81,254 miles · MD

The glass door stack and broken also damaged the regulator toyota said they only cover the bolts.

Filed Aug 19, 2010 · Visibility · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. While driving 30-40 MPH the driver's side window began making an unusual noise. The contact discovered that the window was unbalance and the plastic stripping was beginning to fracture from the window. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 08v162000 (visibility: glass, side/rear) but was advised by the dealer that the failure was not identical to the failure listed in the recall. The dealer refused repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was unknown.

Filed Jul 31, 2010 · Visibility · 50,000 miles · FL

For the recall ssc # 80a 2003-2004 front door glass bolts safety recall. Because of the glass bolts defect, the window is off track and leave a gap at the upper portion. It makes the rubber around a window loose and shrink because a window does not line up in the right position. The window moves to the outer side of rubber which makes noise and shatter all the time. It also affect the weather stripping goes in the bad shape because the window is not at a right position between upper portion of windows.

Filed Jul 22, 2010 · Visibility · 30,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. The contact attempted to close the front drivers side window and it began to move very slowly until the window dislodged from the door panel and broke. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the window was replaced under warranty. Approximately one year later the failure recurred and the contact had the window replaced by an independent mechanic. Approximately four years later the failure recurred but the window was stuck in the open position inside of the door panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the regulator failed. The dealer could not repair the vehicle under the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v162000, visibility:glass, side/rear. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 82,000.

Questions about the 2004 Toyota Corolla visibility

Does the 2004 Toyota Corolla have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 29 complaints about the visibility of the 2004 Toyota Corolla, 6% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2004 Toyota Corolla visibility problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 50,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Toyota Corolla visibility?

Yes, 1 recall: 08V162000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Toyota Corolla have the most visibility problems?

The Toyota Corolla model years with the most visibility complaints are 2003 (32 complaints), 2004 (29 complaints) and 2010 (26 complaints).

Other 2004 Toyota Corolla problems

Airbags 236Acceleration 60Engine 55Electrical 24Fuel system 24Transmission 16Brakes 14Seat belts 14Steering 13Body 8Lights 7Driver assistance 6Suspension 6Tires 6Wheels 6Locks 4Seats 4

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