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Toyota 4Runner 2010–2024

5th generation · N280

NHTSA data through 13 August 20261,247 complaints, 541 with mileageMethod

Reports with mileage
541
Median of reported failures
29,000 mi
Most-reported system
Airbag system (28.1%)
Recalls
33

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On this generation, 31% of complaints that record mileage fall within the first 12,000 miles, against 4 reports per 1,000 miles between 20,000 and 80,000.

Figure 1 · Toyota 4Runner 2010–2024 · 541 reports with mileage

Mileage at failure

Complaints per 10,000-mile bin, 0 to 200,000 miles, equal bins on a linear scale. Tallest bar = 150 complaints.

Mileage at failure, Toyota 4Runner 2010–2024Histogram of 541 owner-reported failures by mileage, in 10,000-mile bins from 0 to 200,000. The tallest bin is 0 to 10,000 miles with 150 complaints, 27.7 percent of the total. 31% of complaints that record mileage fall within the first 12,000 miles, against 4 reports per 1,000 miles between 20,000 and 80,000. A further 8 complaints, 1.5 percent, were reported above 200,000 miles and are shown as a separate detached bar. Median mileage at failure is 28,700.
  • First 12,000 miles — 31% of all failures
  • Rest of the range
  • Median
  • 200,000+ — 8 complaints (1.5%), plotted separately
10%
640
25%
8,785
Median
28,700
75%
57,500
90%
97,500

Tallest bin: 150 complaints between 0 and 10,000 miles. Based on 541 complaints that record mileage. Bin width 10,000 miles.

Show the numbers
Complaints by mileage bin
MileageComplaintsShare
0–10,00015027.7%
10,000–20,000529.6%
20,000–30,0008014.8%
30,000–40,000387.0%
40,000–50,000468.5%
50,000–60,000468.5%
60,000–70,000275.0%
70,000–80,000183.3%
80,000–90,000173.1%
90,000–100,000163.0%
100,000–110,00081.5%
110,000–120,00040.7%
120,000–130,00091.7%
130,000–140,000122.2%
140,000–150,00020.4%
150,000–160,00020.4%
160,000–170,00030.6%
170,000–180,00030.6%
200,000+81.5%

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain. Complaint counts reflect what owners reported and are not a measure of failure rate per vehicle sold.

What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.

Owners filed 1,247 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010–2024 Toyota 4Runner, and 541 of them record the mileage at which the failure happened. That is enough to show not just what fails, but when.

31% of complaints that record mileage fall within the first 12,000 miles, against 4 reports per 1,000 miles between 20,000 and 80,000. Failures clustered that early usually indicate a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear.

The most-reported areas are the airbag system (28.1% of complaints, typically around 57,000 miles), problems owners could not categorise (10.7% of complaints, typically around 32,000 miles), the electrical system (8.0% of complaints, typically around 36,000 miles).

33 recall campaigns cover this generation.

If you arrived asking “is it reliable?” — this page answers the version of that question the data can support: which problems owners reported, and at what mileage.

How many miles does a 2010–2024 Toyota 4Runner last?

Half of the failure reports on the 2010–2024 Toyota 4Runner were filed by 29,000 miles and 90% by 98,000 miles — figures drawn from 541 NHTSA complaints that record an odometer reading, so they time reported failures, not the cars whose owners never filed one.

8 reports (1.5%) came in past 200,000 miles — each one proof a 4Runner reached that mileage, not that it died there.

Before you buy a 2010–2024 4Runner: the 3-minute check

Generated from 541 mileage-tagged complaints, 33 recall campaigns, 1 documented problem area. Print this page — the checklist survives print.

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 33 campaigns cover this generation; an open recall is a free repair you can make the seller's problem.
  2. Check interior — dashboard on 2010–2013 most heavily reported cars. Dashboard cracking and surface melting/becoming sticky in hot, high-UV climates; a well-documented early-5th-generation complaint pattern.
  3. Complaint reports are not spread evenly across model years here — see the by-model-year table below before you settle on a year.
  4. End with a pre-purchase inspection of this car. Aggregate data describes the population; the example in front of you has its own history.

For a buyer, an early-failure pattern is comparatively good news on a used example: 31% of the reported failures occur in the first 12,000 miles, which on a car of this age means they have already happened or they were never going to. Service history matters more than mileage here.

On inspection, the airbag system and problems owners could not categorise are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. Problems owners could not categorise in particular shows a median failure mileage of 32,000, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.

None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.

What fails, and when

Figure 2 · Toyota 4Runner 2010–2024

When each system fails

Bar spans the middle half of reports; the notch inside each bar is the median. Miles at failure on a proportional scale — equal distances are equal ratios, not equal miles.

  1. Brakes77 reports21,0006,000–45,000Brakes: 77 reports, median 21,000 miles, middle half 6,000 to 45,000 miles.
  2. Steering80 reports23,000350–40,000Steering: 80 reports, median 23,000 miles, middle half 350 to 40,000 miles.
  3. Body structure64 reports30,00011,000–53,000Body structure: 64 reports, median 30,000 miles, middle half 11,000 to 53,000 miles.
  4. Problems owners could not categorise134 reports32,00010,000–58,000Problems owners could not categorise: 134 reports, median 32,000 miles, middle half 10,000 to 58,000 miles.
  5. Electrical system100 reports36,00015,000–61,000Electrical system: 100 reports, median 36,000 miles, middle half 15,000 to 61,000 miles.
  6. Suspension67 reports39,0006,000–53,000Suspension: 67 reports, median 39,000 miles, middle half 6,000 to 53,000 miles.
  7. Airbag system350 reports57,00020,000–75,000Airbag system: 350 reports, median 57,000 miles, middle half 20,000 to 75,000 miles.
  • Your odometer — appears after you enter it in “Where your car sits”

Ordered by median mileage, earliest first. The first 12,000 miles are shaded: that is the boundary this site uses between a manufacturing defect and ordinary wear, not a property of the world.

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.

Complaints by vehicle system
SystemComplaintsShareMedian25–75%
Airbag system35028.1%57,00020,000–75,000
Problems owners could not categorise13410.7%32,00010,000–58,000
Electrical system1008.0%36,00015,000–61,000
Steering806.4%23,000350–40,000
Brakes776.2%21,0006,000–45,000
Suspension675.4%39,0006,000–53,000
Body structure645.1%30,00011,000–53,000
Engine534.3%25,00012,000–55,000
Fuel and propulsion system423.4%44,00024,000–100,000
Throttle and speed control362.9%34,0006,000–55,000

Where your car sits

Failure reports by the odometer reading they were filed at. Pick the anchor nearest your car — or type the exact mileage: your marker lands on this curve and on the timing chart above.

Figure 3 · Toyota 4Runner 2010–2024 · 541 reports with mileage

Share of reports below each mileage

Share of mileage-tagged reports filed at or below each odometer reading. Steps rise only at bin edges, by exact counted shares.

Cumulative share of reports by mileage, Toyota 4Runner 2010–2024Of 541 reports that record mileage, the share filed below each odometer reading, rising in steps at each 10,000-mile bin edge. 76 percent below 60,000 miles. 88 percent below 90,000 miles. 93 percent below 120,000 miles. Median 28,700 miles.
  • 60,000 mi — 76% of reports below
  • 90,000 mi — 88% of reports below
  • 120,000 mi — 93% of reports below
  • Median — the staircase crosses the 50% line here
  • Your odometer — appears after you enter it below

The staircase tops out at 99%: the remaining 1.5% of reports (8) came above 200,000 miles.

Nothing is smoothed or interpolated. Linear axis, same as Figure 1.

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.

At 60,000 miles

76% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.

Reported earlier than this mileage — ask for repair records

  • Problems owners could not categorise — median 32,000 mi
  • Steering — median 23,000 mi
  • Brakes — median 21,000 mi
  • Suspension — median 39,000 mi
  • Body structure — median 30,000 mi

In the reporting window

  • Airbag system — middle half 20,000–75,000 mi
  • Electrical system — middle half 15,000–61,000 mi

At 90,000 miles

88% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.

Reported earlier than this mileage — ask for repair records

  • Airbag system — median 57,000 mi
  • Problems owners could not categorise — median 32,000 mi
  • Electrical system — median 36,000 mi
  • Steering — median 23,000 mi
  • Brakes — median 21,000 mi
  • Suspension — median 39,000 mi
  • Body structure — median 30,000 mi

At 120,000 miles

93% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.

Reported earlier than this mileage — ask for repair records

  • Airbag system — median 57,000 mi
  • Problems owners could not categorise — median 32,000 mi
  • Electrical system — median 36,000 mi
  • Steering — median 23,000 mi
  • Brakes — median 21,000 mi
  • Suspension — median 39,000 mi
  • Body structure — median 30,000 mi

Which systems, and when

Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 28,700 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.

The airbag system accounts for 28.1% of complaints (350 reports, 68 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails late — a median of 57,000 miles, considerably beyond the vehicle's overall median. That pattern is consistent with normal service life rather than a defect, though it matters for anyone buying an example already near that mileage. The middle half of these reports falls between 20,000 and 75,000 miles.

A single system taking 28.1% of all complaints is a concentration worth noting. It means that for this generation, most of what owners reported came back to one area of the car rather than being distributed across many small faults.

Problems owners could not categorise accounts for 10.7% of complaints (134 reports, 55 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 32,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 10,000 and 58,000 miles.

The electrical system accounts for 8.0% of complaints (100 reports, 64 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 36,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 15,000 and 61,000 miles.

The steering accounts for 6.4% of complaints (80 reports, 36 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 23,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 350 and 40,000 miles.

The brakes account for 6.2% of complaints (77 reports, 47 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 21,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 6,000 and 45,000 miles.

The suspension accounts for 5.4% of complaints (67 reports, 27 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 39,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 6,000 and 53,000 miles.

Differences between model years

Within this generation, complaint volume is not constant across model years. The 2011 model year drew the most — 182 complaints — while 2023 drew the fewest at 42. The median year sits at 82.

That makes 2011 an outlier: roughly 2.2 times the median year of this generation. A single year standing that far apart usually reflects either a first-year issue that was later corrected, or a component change introduced for that year. Anyone shopping this generation has a straightforward reason to prefer a different year, all else being equal.

Recalls and what they cover

NHTSA records 33 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.

The campaigns cluster around equipment (16), the airbag system (6), seats (3). Repeated recalls against the same area of the car generally mean the first remedy did not fully resolve the underlying problem.

Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.

Reported severity

What owners reported alongside the failure itself, out of 1,247 complaints against this generation:

Crashes
104 (8.3%)
Fires
16
Injury reports
70
Fatality reports
0

These flags are self-reported by complainants and unverified by NHTSA; one report can carry several flags, so the counts overlap and do not sum to a total. They are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. No chart is drawn here on purpose: overlapping counts spanning very different magnitudes cannot be honestly encoded as lengths.

Documented problems

Interior — Dashboard 2010–2013 most heavily reported

Dashboard cracking and surface melting/becoming sticky in hot, high-UV climates; a well-documented early-5th-generation complaint pattern.

By model year

Complaints by model year
YearComplaintsWith mileage
201017572
201118260
201211244
20134825
20149151
201511675
201610558
20174831
20187848
20198733
20204324
2021547
2022557
2023425
2024111

Recalls (33) — is your car included?

Recalls are fixed free of charge at any dealer, for any owner. Check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The text below is NHTSA’s own wording.

  1. Sep 2024 · 2024 · EquipmentA vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a…

    The defect. Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicl

    What can happen. A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

    NHTSA campaign 24V548000, reported 2024-09-16.

  2. Dec 2023 · 2023 · EquipmentAn overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    What can happen. An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23A.

    NHTSA campaign 23V680000, reported 2023-12-01.

  3. Sep 2022 · 2020–2022 · EquipmentAn incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2020-2022 4Runner vehicles equipped with 20-inch Black Gunner Wheels. The load carrying capacity modification labels are incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    What can happen. An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. SET will mail replacement labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2022. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET22A.

    NHTSA campaign 22V480000, reported 2022-09-01.

  4. Jun 2022 · 2022 · EquipmentAn illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    What can happen. An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. GST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.

    NHTSA campaign 22V310000, reported 2022-06-30.

  5. Feb 2022 · 2022 · Exterior LightingAn inoperable driver's side high beam may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2022 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The driver's side high beam may be inoperable after the installation of accessory fog lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    What can happen. An inoperable driver's side high beam may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Dealers will install an updated wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET21A.

    NHTSA campaign 21V963000, reported 2022-02-11.

  6. Jan 2021 · 2018–2019 · Fuel System, GasolineIf the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus

    What can happen. If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this re

    NHTSA campaign 20V682000, reported 2021-01-21.

  7. May 2020 · 2014–2015 · Fuel System, GasolineIf the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014

    What can happen. If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

    NHTSA campaign 20V012000, reported 2020-05-01.

  8. Nov 2019 · 2010–2016 · Air BagsAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in…

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010 Lexus SC430, 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 and 2010-2015 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles. These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propella

    What can happen. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0A, J0B, and J0C. Lexus' numbers for this recall are JLI, JLJ, and JLK.

    NHTSA campaign 19V741000, reported 2019-11-20.

  9. Oct 2019 · 2018–2019 · SuspensionLoose fasteners may cause a loss of vehicle control, or cause an accessory to detach from the vehicle and…

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. During installation, certain steering and suspension components may not have been properly tightened.

    What can happen. Loose fasteners may cause a loss of vehicle control, or cause an accessory to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-tighten the steering and suspension fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 19, 2019. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET19B.

    NHTSA campaign 19V670000, reported 2019-10-28.

  10. May 2019 · 2019 · EquipmentIf the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a…

    The defect. Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    What can happen. If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.

    NHTSA campaign 19V244000, reported 2019-05-24.

  11. Feb 2019 · 2010–2016 · Air BagsAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in…

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Toyota is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Lexus IS250, IS350, 2011-2016 4Runner, 2011-2015 Scion xB, Lex

    What can happen. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are "Zone A" Toyota: G0P, Lexus: GLG; "Zone B" Toyota: G0R, Lexus GLH; "Zone C" Toyota: H0A, and Lexus: HLA.

    NHTSA campaign 19V005000, reported 2019-02-15.

  12. Nov 2018 · 2017–2019 · EquipmentAn overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles that SET modified to be equipped with a TRD wheel package. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    What can happen. An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners and mail them corrected certification labels, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET18A.

    NHTSA campaign 18V753000, reported 2018-11-28.

  13. Jan 2018 · 2010–2013 · Air BagsAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in…

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, IS-F, and GX460 vehicles sold, ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP (Saipan), and the U.S. VI or "Zone A." Toyota is also recalling certain 2010 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Yaris, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, ES350, IS-F, GX460, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles sold, ever registered, in the states of AZ, AR, DE, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, N

    What can happen. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify the Toyota, Scion and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began on January 29, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331, or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. Toyota's numbers for this recall are "Zone A" Toyota: G0P, Lexus: GLG; "Zone B" Toyota: G0R, Lexus GLH; "Zone C" Toyota: H0A, and Lexus: HLA.

    NHTSA campaign 18V024000, reported 2018-01-29.

  14. Jan 2018 · 2017–2018 · EquipmentAn incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the…

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    What can happen. An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.

    NHTSA campaign 17V831000, reported 2018-01-23.

  15. Jan 2018 · 2015–2018 · StructureIf the Billet Grille Overlay detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a…

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Toyota 4Runner vehicles equipped with an accessory Billet Grille Overlay installed by SET or provided by SET and installed by SET dealers. The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.

    What can happen. If the Billet Grille Overlay detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the securing U-nuts with upgraded hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 26, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17C.

    NHTSA campaign 17V763000, reported 2018-01-17.

  16. Sep 2017 · 2011–2016 · EquipmentIf the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

    What can happen. If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000, reported 2017-09-01.

  17. Jun 2017 · 2017 · TiresA spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a…

    The defect. Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

    What can happen. A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

    NHTSA campaign 17V295000, reported 2017-06-15.

  18. Jun 2017 · 2016–2017 · EquipmentIf the roof rack fasteners loosen, the roof rack may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Gulf States Toyota, Inc (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2016-2017 4Runner vehicles equipped with the TFORCE accessory package. The fasteners for the aftermarket roof rack may have been improperly tightened.

    What can happen. If the roof rack fasteners loosen, the roof rack may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the roof rack fasteners, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Gulf States' number for this recall is 17R1.

    NHTSA campaign 17V291000, reported 2017-06-15.

  19. Feb 2017 · 2012 · Air BagsAn inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury…

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, and Lexus LFA vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Toyota is recalling certain 2009 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Yaris, Yaris

    What can happen. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify the Toyota, Scion and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331, or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. Toyota's numbers for final remedy for this campaign are G0P (Toyota Zone A), G0R (Toyota Zone B), H0A (Toyota Zone C), GLG (Lexus Zone A), GLH (Lexus Zone B) and HLA (Lexus Zone C).

    NHTSA campaign 17V006000, reported 2017-02-01.

  20. Nov 2016 · 2010–2011 · Air BagsAn inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury…

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2009-2011 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2006-2011 Toyota Yaris, Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, Lexus IS250C, Lexus IS350C and Lexus GX460, 2011 Sienna, 2007-2011 Lexus ES350, and 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Z

    What can happen. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify the Toyota and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for interim notification for this campaign are G1P (Toyota Zone A), G1R (Toyota Zone B), G2G (Lexus Zone A), and G2H (Lexus Zone B). Toyota's numbers for final remedy for this campaign are G0P (Toyota Zone A), G0R (Toyota Zone B), GLG (Lexus Zone A), and

    NHTSA campaign 16V340000, reported 2016-11-18.

  21. Sep 2016 · 2010–2015 · Engine and Engine CoolingContact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured September 3, 2009, to December 1, 2014. The affected vehicles may be equipped with accessory exhaust tips installed by SET or SET dealers that may contact people and possibly burn them while they are standing behind the vehicle.

    What can happen. Contact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET16D.

    NHTSA campaign 16V577000, reported 2016-09-15.

  22. Jul 2016 · 2010–2011 · SeatsIf damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

    What can happen. If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

    NHTSA campaign 16V396000, reported 2016-07-14.

  23. Jun 2016 · 2016 · EquipmentAn incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, RAV4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

    What can happen. An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET16A.

    NHTSA campaign 16V236000, reported 2016-06-03.

  24. Jun 2016 · 2015–2016 · EquipmentAn incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured September 22, 2014, to March 23, 2016 and equipped with accessories installed by Gulf States. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

    What can happen. An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will install an accurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 1, 2016. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Gulf States' number for this recall is 16R2.

    NHTSA campaign 16V228000, reported 2016-06-01.

  25. Sep 2015 · 2010–2015 · Engine and Engine CoolingContact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured March 29, 2010, to July 30, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with accessory exhaust tips installed by SET or SET dealers that may contact people and possibly burn them while they are standing behind the vehicle.

    What can happen. Contact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began on September 22, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for the recall is SET15D.

    NHTSA campaign 15V515000, reported 2015-09-22.

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What owners reported

Since i bought this Toyota 4Runner i've had nothing but problems with brakes not working right the front end shimmies at certain speeds.. I took it back to the dealer called tri county Toyota in limerick pa. They told me it's road characteristics.. Brought it back 3 or 4 times.. Never fixed this annoying problem..…

2010 · 46 miles · Brakes

There appears to be something dangerously wrong with the transmission. I have experienced this randomly, maybe a dozen times, over the last week since i have owned the car. It takes up to two seconds for the car to respond after pressing the gas pedal. This has happened when slowing down and then having to give the…

2010 · 100 miles · Transmission and driveline

the contact owns a 2010 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated the brake pedal felt loose and rattled whenever he applied the brakes. During the failure, the contact would also hear an abnormal hissing noise. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions where the contact was told the vehicle was…

2010 · 100 miles · Hydraulic brake circuit

This complaint concerns the new 2010 Toyota 4Runner. There is an issue with the braking system and handling for this vehicle. Upon depressing the brakes, the pedal travels a considerable distance sounds squeaky and notchy and delays in stopping. The anti-lock brakes do not interact quickly and often times engaged at…

2010 · 640 miles · Electrical system

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