Major Problems with Toyota 4Runner Derived from Complaints & Recalls

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Best and Worst Years for Toyota 4Runner

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Model Year	Complaints
2019 4Runner	5
2018 4Runner	20
2017 4Runner	20
2016 4Runner	37
2015 4Runner	52
2014 4Runner	38
2013 4Runner	22
2012 4Runner	86
2011 4Runner	147
2010 4Runner	132
2009 4Runner	19
2008 4Runner	82
2007 4Runner	130
2006 4Runner	270
2005 4Runner	314
2004 4Runner	486
2003 4Runner	519
2002 4Runner	185
2001 4Runner	162
2000 4Runner	437
1999 4Runner	271

Worst 3 Toyota 4Runner complaints

2000 Toyota 4Runner HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Victims: 6

2002 Toyota 4Runner BODY Victims: 4 Mileage: 120000 miles

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Problems with BODY, SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER and STEERING are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Toyota 4Runner owners.

Problem Category	Number of Problems
BODY > STRUCTURE the windshield on this vehicle has caused eye strain dizziness and headaches after driving long distances or commuting repeatedly. it...	925 ~ 119934 miles
SUSPENSION vehicle shakes "violently" upon putting brakes while driving at or above 60 mph. i took my vehicle in to toyota...	433 ~ 119722 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER my vehicle is in good to very good condition except that the frame is defaults and excessively rusted and will...	410 ~ 120941 miles
AIR BAGS now when we shut off the vehicle the passenger air bag warning light continuously keeps flashing. when key is on	392 ~ 24747 miles
SERVICE BRAKES from the very beginning when i purchased my vehicle new the brakes on my 2014 toyota 4runner grab when anything...	188 ~ 93782 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2014 toyota 4runner. after placing the shifter in the reverse position the vehicle suddenly experienced...	170 ~ 62322 miles
POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2013 toyota 4runner. while driving 30 mph the check engine and track off 4 low...	160 ~ 95101 miles
STEERING steering wheel vibrates flutters at highway speed. most noticeable driving over 60 mph. *tr...	160 ~ 91104 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM yesterday morning when starting my 2014 4runner the trac off light stayed illuminated along with the check engine light. i...	121 ~ 124219 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE there is corrosion in the frame and drive-train components. there is pitting rusting throughout the frame undercarriage and the suspension...	113 ~ 140284 miles
ENGINE check engine light came on engine stalled vehicle disabled. *tr...	100 ~ 88619 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC approximately 7:45 am on 9/18/19 my son while coming home from work had an accident. i was not with him...	94 ~ 55511 miles
STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2014 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that technical service bulletin number: 0278-17i was issued regarding...	78 ~ 74059 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota 4runner. while driving at an unknown speed the brakes failed. the vehicle was repaired...	78 ~ 142219 miles
TIRES this complaint concerns the new 2010 toyota 4runner. there is an issue with the braking system and handling for this...	60 ~ 45704 miles
WHEELS vehicle shakes "violently" upon putting brakes while driving at or above 60 mph. i took my vehicle in to toyota...	59 ~ 75776 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL approximately 7:45 am on 9/18/19 my son while coming home from work had an accident. i was not with him...	48 ~ 79280 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN 2010 toyota 4runner fails to accelerate intermittently when gas pedal is pressed. has failed to respond to accelerator for a...	44 ~ 40308 miles
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN my 2008 toyota 4runner has a clunking sound as i am about to take off from a complete stop. i...	43 ~ 63548 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i am filing my second complaint about my 2009 toyota 4runner. my first complaint was filed in february 2010. i...	40 ~ 72307 miles
SEATS tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota 4runner sr5. the contact stated while driving various speeds and when the vehicle...	39 ~ 262847 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE this vehicle does not get anything close to the 22mpg highway miles per gallon as posted on the window sticker....	35 ~ 83971 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER front windshield cracked along base above the windshield de-icing heater element overnight. crack was approximately 3 feet long. car was...	34 ~ 304630 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING my toyota 4runner has a consistent ammonia smell that leaks into the cabin. this has gone on for a month...	34 ~ 7598 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS while reviewing the 2006 toyota 4runner complaints i found that consumer complaint: odi case number: 10179170 is actually a complaint	29 ~ 61640 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC this complaint concerns the new 2010 toyota 4runner. there is an issue with the braking system and handling for this...	28 ~ 24822 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM when my 2006 toyota 4runner is running or when acceleration a rotten egg smell comes from the catalytic converter. i...	25 ~ 17365 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM vehicle was in motion on a city street on 12/24/18 when the entire system (engine electrical etc.) completely quit. i...	23 ~ 109983 miles
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM 2010 toyota 4runner fails to accelerate intermittently when gas pedal is pressed. has failed to respond to accelerator for a...	22 ~ 65363 miles
SEAT BELTS seat belt retractor. stopped retracting and locked in place when vehicle was restarted. would not retract at all. cost for	21 ~ 61132 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES this complaint concerns the new 2010 toyota 4runner. there is an issue with the braking system and handling for this...	19 ~ 24516 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i purchased my 2009 4runner new last year. from the minute i drove it off the lot i noticed a...	18 ~ 32403 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl* - the contact owns a 2003 toyota 4 runner. the contact heard a noise coming from the front brakes....	16 ~ 20700 miles
VISIBILITY easy to chip windshield glass. weak windshield glass. *tr...	15 ~ 56643 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL incident that took place on january 28 2010. i own a 2008 toyota four runner sr5 with 13 k miles...	15 ~ 6706 miles
DIFFERENTIAL UNIT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN new 2006 toyota 4runner has 10 000 miles leaking oil from rear differential i was told it was defect of...	15 ~ 88213 miles
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES the tire pressure light still illumination even bring the vehicle to dealer to check 3 time on the 2006 toyota	14 ~ 24860 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY while driving down the road at approximately 60 mph the glass in the sun roof exploded upward and out away...	12 ~ 72163 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4-runner. while driving approximately 15 mph the contact attempted to engage the 4-wheel...	12 ~ 138167 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION 2006 toyota 4runner sport 4.0l 4wd. vibration felt via steering wheel which occurs during acceleration/deceleration and across wide speed range....	12 ~ 93583 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER sudden acceleration where the brakes have to be applied to stop vehicle. this has happened numerous times since vehicle was	12 ~ 87222 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2007 toyota 4-runner fast idle when cold is 1500 rpm.. when the car is put in gear at that rpm...	11 ~ 40338 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES driving 45 mph (speed limit) on dry pavement outside temperature 80 degrees fahrenheit. left side front bridgestone dueler ht 684...	10 ~ 32973 miles
LOWER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 mph under normal road conditions the front right lower ball joint separated. there...	10 ~ 70267 miles
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN after stopping and starting to go again there is sometimes a loud clunking noise and it feels like something is	9 ~ 16643 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 1-third row seat slammed down during release from hook and broke underseat cover 2-it happened once and could happen if...	9 ~ 54509 miles
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY rear window defroster was accidentally turned on (right advice cup holder) causing rear window to shatter while driving. it was	8 ~ 86629 miles
EQUIPMENT this complaint concerns the new 2010 toyota 4runner. there is an issue with the braking system and handling for this...	7 ~ 7684 miles
RECLINER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS 2006 toyota 4runner sr5 4wd v8. front seat movement. the front seat in my 4runner moves pops rattles like its	7 ~ 7710 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY double vision in windshield when night driving. *nm...	7 ~ 15663 miles
FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER fuel gauge hand gone to full and dropped to empty while driving. took vehicle to dealer and consumer was	7 ~ 48663 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE the consumer contacted the dealer to make an appointment for a recall # 03v146000 repairs concerning fuel pulsation damper. consumer...	7
EXTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY the side view mirrors obstruct the driver's vision when making turns. it is especially noticed when the driver is making...	7
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the wiring harness had to be replaced due...	6 ~ 79100 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING the headlamps on the toyota 4runner have a defect in the uv coating (see tsb-0081-12). the accelerated deterioration of the...	6 ~ 34451 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE the rear door opening handle has material that has melted making it almost always impossible to open the door. i...	6 ~ 35084 miles
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 1. 2004 toyota 4runner purchased from fred anderson toyota 9101 glenwood avenue raleigh nc 27622 on 3/18/2004. on 3/29 the...	6 ~ 587 miles
REAR WINDOW > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY rear window defroster was accidentally turned on (right advice cup holder) causing rear window to shatter while driving. it was	5 ~ 157977 miles
HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE liftgate struts on hatch failed yesterday. while i was getting something out of the back of my 2012 4 runner...	5 ~ 13326 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY mold in brand new toyota 4runner hvac making me and my family ill toyota appears to be aware of the...	5 ~ 33067 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC purchased pre-owned 4 runner ?certified? from russel toyota 12/07 with approx 21k miles. complained of unusual brake performance immediately but...	5 ~ 22532 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2006 4runner sport edition 4wd -toyota- 38k miles on vehicle. all the bolts that hold the clutch assembly to the...	5 ~ 81500 miles
AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN 1. there is a serious "clunk" noise when taking my foot off the brake from a stop. 2. my vehicle...	5 ~ 84667 miles
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS right front wheel stud separated at 70 ft. lbs. of torque during tire rotation. the portion of the stud that	5 ~ 22684 miles
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING this is an e-mail i sent toyota headquarters: i have had my new 2004 4runner limited back to the dealership...	5 ~ 50 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM when wearing sunglasses (polarized) the vehicle's radio and temperature control displays cannot be read. this causes the driver to take...	4 ~ 26500 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	4 ~ 9859 miles
INTERIOR LIGHTING i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	4 ~ 326 miles
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM during the day instrument panel is not well lit causing poor visibility of the speedometer and warning indicators. ak mr...	4 ~ 42601 miles
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i purchase a new toyota 4 runner from toyota world lakewood n j on 9/25/03 when i drove the truck...	4 ~ 800050 miles
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY over the past 9-12 months i have owned the 4runner i have noticed the floormats slide up behind the brake...	3 ~ 39000 miles
PARKING BRAKE toyota rav4 2010 - on stop and go traffic i was going about 5 mph and i looked down for...	3 ~ 12996 miles
MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC first issue: the brake pedal has a buzzing that occurs with every stop it' is severe enough that it alters...	3 ~ 53167 miles
TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) > POWER TRAIN i experienced a significant oil leak at the transfer case. it was determined the "o" ring on the transfer case	3 ~ 81888 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* - the contact stated that all of the door lock modules failed and he was unable to open or...	3 ~ 40000 miles
STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR > STEERING vehicle pulls/drifts to the right at highway speed. steering flutter conditions exist. consequences include steering and suspension component wear and...	3 ~ 3000 miles
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY while driving at any speed driver's side mirror vibrated uncontrollably. this caused poor visibility. vehicle was taken to the dealer...	3
CONTROL UNIT/MODULE > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC brake pedal goes al the way to the floor when sitting at a stop . the 4 runner has 3...	3 ~ 47500 miles
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING rotten egg (sulfur) smell with carbon monoxide (co) in the cabin is making passengers sick! (poisoned) i just did...	3 ~ 57973 miles
TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE > TIRES 2005 toyota 4 runner sr 5 spare tire bracket/ holder severely prematurely rusted. dealer unable to remove spare tire. lubricant...	2 ~ 78615 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT this complaint concerns the new 2010 toyota 4runner. there is an issue with the braking system and handling for this...	2 ~ 52820 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT this complaint concerns the new 2010 toyota 4runner. there is an issue with the braking system and handling for this...	2 ~ 320 miles
CALIPER > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl*-the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance. the technician...	2 ~ 46182 miles
VALVE > TIRES the tire pressure light still illumination even bring the vehicle to dealer to check 3 time on the 2006 toyota	2 ~ 50000 miles
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE bought truck used had 2 weeks noticed problem now its going to cost 400.00 to fix. *tr...	2
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY tl*- the contact owns a 2002 toyota four runner and the seal around all four windows peeled off. took vehiclec...	2 ~ 87000 miles
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl* - the contact stated that the brake and accelerator pedals were approximately an inch apart. the contact stated that	2 ~ 14100 miles
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owned a 2000 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the vehicle could not be started. the vehicle...	2 ~ 91065 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed or at rest and on normal road condition the passenger side...	2 ~ 4678 miles
LOCK > HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES dt*: the contact stated when the rear lift gate was opened the automatic open/close mechanism failed and closed on the...	2 ~ 2250 miles
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	2 ~ 38100 miles
CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN the cv joint bolt and clip on my 2000 toyota 4 runner fell off causing the spindle to bend the...	2 ~ 54723 miles
SEAL > AXLE SHAFT > AXLE ASSEMBLY the cv joint bolt and clip on my 2000 toyota 4 runner fell off causing the spindle to bend the...	2 ~ 75000 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM dt: toyota 4 runner when driving between 35-40 mph vehicle shut off and it came a stop. the first time...	2 ~ 42945 miles
NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY > AXLE > REAR toyota 4-runner 2000 axle center was totally broken. *bf while driving the vehicle started to fell abnormal the consumer lost	2
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 2003 4 runner v6 has loud ticking noise coming from engine conmpartment. i ran it by the dealership 1 week...	2 ~ 100 miles
TORQUE CONVERTER > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN vibration in drivetrain of 2003 4runner (awd-v8). i do not see my original complaint listed in the nhtsa complaints submitted...	2 ~ 3500 miles
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN my 2000 toyota four runner transmission makes a loud whining noise and when i push the clutch pedal down it...	2 ~ 59000 miles
FOG LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING i have a 2000 toyota 4runner sr5. vin: [xxx]. it was purchased new from toyota. i purchased a toyota fog...	2 ~ 45000 miles
HUB > WHEELS the front left wheel center cap came off which caused the consumer to pull over.*ts consumer was unable to retrieve	2
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC consumer states during normal braking on dry or wet surface the wheels would lock up intermittently and vehicle would slide	2
COLUMN SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION while driving can shift into reverse without applying pressure to the brake pedal. vehicle was taken to the dealer. dealer...	2
STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM info copy ltr fwd to toyota regarding front suspension lower ball joint recall customer dissatisfied w/quality of current toyota vehicles....	2 ~ 112111 miles
PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) > CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN there is noise coming from clutch pedal which caused premature failure of clutch.*ak...	2
ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT > REAR WINDOW > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that when the defroster was in use the rear...	1 ~ 151707 miles
DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS my horn is not working as a result of a spiral wire in the steering wheel is shorted out. within...	1 ~ 155000 miles
VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT > INFOTAINMENT > ELECTRICAL i have been having issues with my radio/backup camera system freezing and restarting since i purchased the vehicle in 2015....	1 ~ 92000 miles
AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE > AIR BAGS tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v065000 (air bags) however...	1
SWITCH/WIRING > REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY cpsc:secured my two children into the middle seats of my 2007 toyota 4runner secured myself into the driver seat and...	1
LOWER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota 4runner. while backing out of the driveway the lower control arm failed and...	1 ~ 104000 miles
LATCH > TAILGATE > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the tailgate failed due to corrosion. the vehicle...	1 ~ 85000 miles
TAILGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE the rubber on the inside the tailgate handle has melted and eroded. it is sticky to the touch and consists...	1 ~ 58050 miles
LOCK > TRUNK LID > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the trunk failed to remain closed. the dealer...	1 ~ 44000 miles
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE the trunk latch to open the door is incredibly sticky and leaves a black residue on my hands. when i...	1
SWITCH/WIRING > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 mph with the...	1 ~ 115000 miles
CHILD SEAT when installing our brand new sunshine kids radian xtsl we found that just touching the metal buckle tightener on the...	1
LATCH STRAP > CHILD SEAT when installing our brand new sunshine kids radian xtsl we found that just touching the metal buckle tightener on the...	1
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4 runner. while driving approximately 35 mph the driver and passenger side curtain air...	1 ~ 75000 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota 4runner. the contact was driving 30 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning....	1 ~ 62000 miles
TIE ROD ASSEMBLY > LINKAGES > STEERING tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota 4runner. while driving in reverse at a very low unknown speed the contact heard...	1 ~ 106925 miles
COOLING UNIT AND LINES > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota 4runner. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle began to lose...	1
HOOD > BODY > STRUCTURE in my 2003 toyota 4runner sr5 the open engine hood falls without warning. a small hydraulic piston automatically holds the...	1 ~ 53000 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR purchased pre-owned 4 runner ?certified? from russel toyota 12/07 with approx 21k miles. complained of unusual brake performance immediately but...	1 ~ 23000 miles
LINKAGES > STEERING while driving at approximately 72 mph my pre-owned 4 runner drifted suddenly to the left 3 consecutive times as if...	1 ~ 39950 miles
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS seat belt housing is broken can't use belt. door locks do not work person may get locked in vehicle if	1
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER > EQUIPMENT 1.) there is a serious "clunk" noise when braking and also the same noise when starting from a complete stop	1 ~ 55000 miles
INFLATOR MODULE > DRIVER SIDE > FRONTAL tl* - while driving his 2006 toyota rav4 at 60 mph the contact felt a jerking as if the vehicle...	1 ~ 13000 miles
MARKINGS > TIRES 1. flat tire needed to get spare out from under vehicle. 2. brand new spare tire had never been taken...	1
STABILIZER BAR > FRONT > SUSPENSION tl*- the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. while driving at 30 mph the vehicle began to wobble from left...	1 ~ 27000 miles
SPRINGS/BAGS > AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM > SPRINGS rear electronic height control goes to the highest position and stay there. taken to the dealer x3. the fact that...	1 ~ 18415 miles
COLUMN > STEERING dt*: the contact stated a vibration was felt coming up through the steering column while driving 20mph. the vibration was...	1 ~ 80 miles
ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT > MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT tl* - the contact owns a 2003 toyota avalon xls. while attempting to change a flat tire the jack malfunctioned....	1 ~ 40200 miles
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start intermittently without warning....	1 ~ 60000 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	1 ~ 1200 miles
GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	1 ~ 1200 miles
RELAY > STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	1 ~ 1200 miles
BACK UP LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	1 ~ 1200 miles
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	1 ~ 1200 miles
CONCEALMENT DEVICES > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	1 ~ 1200 miles
INDICATOR LIGHT > PARKING BRAKE i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	1 ~ 1200 miles
U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE > LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY > SPRINGS i recently purchased a new 2006 toyota 4 runner. i have had nothing but motor transmission electrical failures. i have...	1 ~ 1200 miles
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE rear bumper rusting through from the inside out. dealer says the result of poor welds on the bumper brackets. vehicle...	1 ~ 67000 miles
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER while driving down the interstate the vehicle lost all power. this situation could be fatal at highway speeds. luckily nobody...	1 ~ 41153 miles
ROOF AND PILLARS > BODY > STRUCTURE i was sold pre-owned toyota 4runner without its being inspected and then i felt ill treated to be recalled to	1
STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE the vehicles fuel sending sensor is malfunctioning causing the fuel gauge to read inaccurate fuel quantities. this has led to...	1 ~ 82000 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2002 toyota 4runner front end makes loud noises when going over high bumps and some stiffness in steering. *ts the...	1 ~ 17557 miles
GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM my toyota 4 runner smells like rotten eggs. the dealer tried to replace the catalitic connverter and it still smells.*ak...	1
POWER ADJUST > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS related to: most of the vehicle which had power seats on the passenger site. last evening i laid my cell...	1
ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR on sunday july 25 2004 i was pulling from a driveway to a tar road and when applying my brakes...	1 ~ 4100 miles
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION front wheel bearing locked up. vehicle was taken to the dealer and dealer was not able to duplicate the problem.	1
MID/REAR ASSEMBLY > SEATS the rear seat back rest on passenger side squeaks and makes a rattling noise. if the back rest is folded...	1 ~ 5000 miles
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl* - the contact owns a 2003 toyota 4 runner. the contact heard a noise coming from the front brakes....	1 ~ 900 miles
HUBCAP/COVER > WHEELS consumer states while driving at any speed there was a strong smell of chemical fumes in the passenger compartment. the...	1
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE engine belt squeaks. has been replaced once and adjusted another time. squeak returned for third time with under 2000 miles	1 ~ 437 miles
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS rear center seat belt crosses over both right and left rear passenger seat belts when all belts are buckled. this...	1
CONTROL ARM > FRONT > SUSPENSION as i was driving down a 4 lane highway the steering wheel suddenly jerked out of my hands to the...	1 ~ 59000 miles
INTERCONNECTING ASSEMBLY(WIRING) > ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR consumer states that while driving vehicle no warning they can smell strong wire fumes through out the vehicle. sun-roof electronic	1
FRONT > SEAT BELTS in october '02 i was involved in a frontal collision with another vehicle that was turning from south to...	1 ~ 16553 miles
ARM > SPINDLE > KNUCKLE the consumer noticed from the when they first purchased the vehicle that it vibrates (at highway speeds) and pulled to...	1
HEAD RESTRAINT > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS would like to know if head restraints are required to be installed on used vehicles upon sale?. *ak...	1
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN consumer states while driving 45-60 mph especially when making turns the front left wheel suddenly breaks the vehicle decelerates a...	1
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS no summary listed for above vehicle. *ak...	1
SWITCH > TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING rear tail lights keep going out not only one but all tail lights. consumer had to replace tail lights 3	1
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS consumer was traveling about 25mph on the two lane highway. there were some pedesttrians on side on the shoulders ....	1
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING request to eliminate daytime running lights and fog lights because they're annoying and distracting. ph la...	1
INTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY rear view mirror location causes a reflection that obstructs view the reflection is of the over head console. mjs...	1
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS the seat belt release mechanism fails to retain child properly it only takes a very light touch to release the...	1
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tires: the tires did not physically fail however after only 10 000 miles they were practically bald - all 4....	1
POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC a recall has been issued for toyota echos in certain geographic locations (apparently areas in which the weather is cold/freezing)washington...	1

FAQ

What year Toyota 4Runner is the most reliable?

Speaking of the models produced in the last 21 years, Toyota 4Runner models of 2019, 2009, 2017 year of manufacture have had the least number of complaints.

What year was a bad year for Toyota 4Runner?

Toyota 4Runner models of 2003 and 2004 are probably the years to be avoided like the plague due to a higher than an average number of issues reported.

Torque wrench

EPAuto 1/2-inch Drive Click Torque Wrenc...
- Durable Ratchet Head: Made from Hardened treated Chrome Vanadium steel alloy (Cr-V) Corrosion-Retardant: Satin Finish. Made in Taiwan
- Easy Storage: A sturdy plastic storage case is included. Non-Slip Grip: Knurled handle
- Easy to Read: High...
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISE - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat-treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONGEVITY -...
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
LEXIVON 3/8-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
LEXIVON Inch Pound Torque Wrench 1/4-Inc...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
TEKTON 3/8 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque ...
- Includes 1-pc. 3/8 in. drive torque wrench; Storage case; Product manual with torque conversion chart
- Wrench emits a click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- Permanently marked, high-contrast dual-range...

Mechanic tool set

Crescent 180 Pc. Professional Tool Set i...
- The Crescent Professional Tool Set has a newly designed 72T quick release ratchet
- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...

Tool box

TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...