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Toyota 4Runner recalls by year & common problems

NHTSA safety recalls and owner-reported complaints for every Toyota 4Runner model year from 2010 to 2025. Real, government-sourced figures — use them to gauge how common a problem actually is before you spend on parts.

Mid-size SUV Model years 2010–2025 34 NHTSA recalls 1,056 owner complaints
34 NHTSA recalls
1,056 owner complaints
16 model years covered
75 citing a crash
14 citing a fire
65 citing an injury

Toyota 4Runner recalls & complaints by model year

Every 4Runner model year from 2010–2025. Pick yours to jump to its recall list.

Model year Recalls Complaints Details
2010 Toyota 4Runner 12 146 2010 recalls ↓
2011 Toyota 4Runner 10 163 2011 recalls ↓
2012 Toyota 4Runner 8 96 2012 recalls ↓
2013 Toyota 4Runner 6 36 2013 recalls ↓
2014 Toyota 4Runner 7 77 2014 recalls ↓
2015 Toyota 4Runner 9 86 2015 recalls ↓
2016 Toyota 4Runner 8 80 2016 recalls ↓
2017 Toyota 4Runner 5 36 2017 recalls ↓
2018 Toyota 4Runner 5 59 2018 recalls ↓
2019 Toyota 4Runner 4 65 2019 recalls ↓
2020 Toyota 4Runner 1 33 2020 recalls ↓
2021 Toyota 4Runner 1 36 2021 recalls ↓
2022 Toyota 4Runner 3 39 2022 recalls ↓
2023 Toyota 4Runner 1 33 2023 recalls ↓
2024 Toyota 4Runner 1 9 2024 recalls ↓
2025 Toyota 4Runner 1 62 2025 recalls ↓

A recall campaign that covers several model years is counted in each of them, so the yearly figures add up to 82 while NHTSA lists 34 separate campaigns.

Most-reported systems on the Toyota 4Runner

The component categories Toyota owners file the most complaints about with NHTSA, summed across model years 2010–2025.

Recent recalls on the Toyota 4Runner

The most recent NHTSA recall campaigns on file across every model year. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your specific vehicle is affected and unrepaired.

Every Toyota 4Runner recall, year by year

Each NHTSA recall campaign listed for that model year, newest first. A recall applies to specific VINs, so enter yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your vehicle is included and still unrepaired.

2010 Toyota 4Runner recalls (12)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Oct 2019

    These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 19V741000 · also 2011–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    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, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012…

    NHTSA campaign 19V005000 · also 2011–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2018

    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…

    NHTSA campaign 18V024000 · also 2013
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 2016

    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.

    NHTSA campaign 16V577000 · also 2011–2015
  • SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › SEAT HEATER/COOLER Jun 2016

    The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

    NHTSA campaign 16V396000 · also 2011
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE May 2016

    Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2007-2008 Toyota Yaris, 2006-2008 Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350 and 2007-2008 Lexus ES350 vehicles, originally…

    NHTSA campaign 16V340000 · also 2011
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 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.

    NHTSA campaign 15V515000 · also 2011–2015
  • SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › SEAT HEATER/COOLER Nov 2014

    The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

    NHTSA campaign 14V743000 · also 2011
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Apr 2013

    These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added.

    NHTSA campaign 13V123000 · also 2011
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE Jan 2013

    During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested.

    NHTSA campaign 13V014000 · also 2011–2012
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Feb 2010

    SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING…

    NHTSA campaign 10V036000
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Feb 2010

    GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008…

    NHTSA campaign 10V035000

2011 Toyota 4Runner recalls (10)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Oct 2019

    These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 19V741000 · also 2010 and 2012–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    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, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012…

    NHTSA campaign 19V005000 · also 2010 and 2012–2016
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Jul 2017

    The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000 · also 2012–2016
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 2016

    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.

    NHTSA campaign 16V577000 · also 2010 and 2012–2015
  • SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › SEAT HEATER/COOLER Jun 2016

    The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

    NHTSA campaign 16V396000 · also 2010
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE May 2016

    Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2007-2008 Toyota Yaris, 2006-2008 Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350 and 2007-2008 Lexus ES350 vehicles, originally…

    NHTSA campaign 16V340000 · also 2010
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 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.

    NHTSA campaign 15V515000 · also 2010 and 2012–2015
  • SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › SEAT HEATER/COOLER Nov 2014

    The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

    NHTSA campaign 14V743000 · also 2010
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Apr 2013

    These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added.

    NHTSA campaign 13V123000 · also 2010
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE Jan 2013

    During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested.

    NHTSA campaign 13V014000 · also 2010 and 2012

2012 Toyota 4Runner recalls (8)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Oct 2019

    These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 19V741000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    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, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012…

    NHTSA campaign 19V005000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013–2016
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Jul 2017

    The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000 · also 2011 and 2013–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2017

    Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Toyota is recalling certain 2009 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Yaris, Yaris HB, Scion xB, Pontiac Vibe, Lexus, ES350, IS250, IS350, and IS-F vehicles originally sold, or ever…

    NHTSA campaign 17V006000
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 2016

    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.

    NHTSA campaign 16V577000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013–2015
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 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.

    NHTSA campaign 15V515000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013–2015
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE Jan 2013

    During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested.

    NHTSA campaign 13V014000 · also 2010–2011
  • EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL Mar 2012

    A MALFUNCTION IN THE AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS BRAND REMOTE ENGINE STARTER MODULE CAN PREVENT NORMAL COMMUNICATION OF THE VEHICLE’S CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK (CAN).

    NHTSA campaign 12V120000

2013 Toyota 4Runner recalls (6)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Oct 2019

    These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 19V741000 · also 2010–2012 and 2014–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    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, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012…

    NHTSA campaign 19V005000 · also 2010–2012 and 2014–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2018

    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…

    NHTSA campaign 18V024000 · also 2010
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Jul 2017

    The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000 · also 2011–2012 and 2014–2016
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 2016

    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.

    NHTSA campaign 16V577000 · also 2010–2012 and 2014–2015
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 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.

    NHTSA campaign 15V515000 · also 2010–2012 and 2014–2015

2014 Toyota 4Runner recalls (7)

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP Jan 2020

    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…

    NHTSA campaign 20V012000 · also 2015
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Oct 2019

    These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 19V741000 · also 2010–2013 and 2015–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    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, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012…

    NHTSA campaign 19V005000 · also 2010–2013 and 2015–2016
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Jul 2017

    The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000 · also 2011–2013 and 2015–2016
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 2016

    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.

    NHTSA campaign 16V577000 · also 2010–2013 and 2015
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 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.

    NHTSA campaign 15V515000 · also 2010–2013 and 2015
  • EQUIPMENT Dec 2014

    The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed.

    NHTSA campaign 14V828000 · also 2015

2015 Toyota 4Runner recalls (9)

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP Jan 2020

    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…

    NHTSA campaign 20V012000 · also 2014
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Oct 2019

    These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 19V741000 · also 2010–2014 and 2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    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, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012…

    NHTSA campaign 19V005000 · also 2010–2014 and 2016
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD Nov 2017

    The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V763000 · also 2016–2018
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Jul 2017

    The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000 · also 2011–2014 and 2016
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 2016

    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.

    NHTSA campaign 16V577000 · also 2010–2014
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Apr 2016

    The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories.

    NHTSA campaign 16V228000 · also 2016
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE Aug 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.

    NHTSA campaign 15V515000 · also 2010–2014
  • EQUIPMENT Dec 2014

    The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed.

    NHTSA campaign 14V828000 · also 2014

2016 Toyota 4Runner recalls (8)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Oct 2019

    These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 19V741000 · also 2010–2015
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    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, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012…

    NHTSA campaign 19V005000 · also 2010–2015
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD Nov 2017

    The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V763000 · also 2015 and 2017–2018
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Jul 2017

    The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000 · also 2011–2015
  • EQUIPMENT May 2017

    The fasteners for the aftermarket roof rack may have been improperly tightened.

    NHTSA campaign 17V291000 · also 2017
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Dec 2016

    The affected vehicles are equipped with Takata PSPI-LD front passenger air bag inflators that may have been manufactured without ignition booster tablets.

    NHTSA campaign 16V937000
  • TIRES Apr 2016

    The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories.

    NHTSA campaign 16V236000
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Apr 2016

    The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories.

    NHTSA campaign 16V228000 · also 2015

2017 Toyota 4Runner recalls (5)

  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Oct 2018

    The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded.

    NHTSA campaign 18V753000 · also 2018–2019
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Dec 2017

    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."

    NHTSA campaign 17V831000 · also 2018
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD Nov 2017

    The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V763000 · also 2015–2016 and 2018
  • TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE May 2017

    The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

    NHTSA campaign 17V295000
  • EQUIPMENT May 2017

    The fasteners for the aftermarket roof rack may have been improperly tightened.

    NHTSA campaign 17V291000 · also 2016

2018 Toyota 4Runner recalls (5)

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP Nov 2020

    The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    NHTSA campaign 20V682000 · also 2019
  • STEERING Sep 2019

    During installation, certain steering and suspension components may not have been properly tightened.

    NHTSA campaign 19V670000 · also 2019
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Oct 2018

    The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded.

    NHTSA campaign 18V753000 · also 2017 and 2019
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Dec 2017

    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."

    NHTSA campaign 17V831000 · also 2017
  • STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD Nov 2017

    The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 17V763000 · also 2015–2017

2019 Toyota 4Runner recalls (4)

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP Nov 2020

    The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    NHTSA campaign 20V682000 · also 2018
  • STEERING Sep 2019

    During installation, certain steering and suspension components may not have been properly tightened.

    NHTSA campaign 19V670000 · also 2018
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Mar 2019

    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."

    NHTSA campaign 19V244000
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Oct 2018

    The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded.

    NHTSA campaign 18V753000 · also 2017–2018

2020 Toyota 4Runner recalls (1)

  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Jul 2022

    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."

    NHTSA campaign 22V480000 · also 2021–2022

2021 Toyota 4Runner recalls (1)

  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Jul 2022

    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."

    NHTSA campaign 22V480000 · also 2020 and 2022

2022 Toyota 4Runner recalls (3)

  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Jul 2022

    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."

    NHTSA campaign 22V480000 · also 2020–2021
  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS May 2022

    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."

    NHTSA campaign 22V310000
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS Dec 2021

    The driver's side high beam may be inoperable after the installation of accessory fog lights.

    NHTSA campaign 21V963000

2023 Toyota 4Runner recalls (1)

  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Oct 2023

    The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 23V680000

2024 Toyota 4Runner recalls (1)

  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Jul 2024

    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 Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    NHTSA campaign 24V548000

2025 Toyota 4Runner recalls (1)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Sep 2025

    Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.

    NHTSA campaign 25V595000

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Toyota 4Runner recalls: frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Toyota 4Runner have?

NHTSA lists 34 recall campaigns for the Toyota 4Runner across model years 2010–2025 (16 model years covered here). The 2010 model year has the most, with 12. A recall is an official safety action with a free remedy at a franchised dealer.

Which Toyota 4Runner year has the most recalls?

The 2010 Toyota 4Runner has the most NHTSA recalls (12), followed by 2011 (10) and 2015 (9). A campaign that covers several model years counts toward each of them.

Which Toyota 4Runner year has the most complaints?

Owners have filed the most NHTSA complaints about the 2011 Toyota 4Runner (163), followed by 2010 (146) and 2012 (96). Older and higher-volume model years collect more reports simply by being on the road longer.

What are the most common problems on the Toyota 4Runner?

Across 1,056 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2010–2025, the most-reported systems on the Toyota 4Runner are Air Bags (353), Electrical System (108), Service Brakes (101), Steering (88), Structure (71) and Suspension (71).

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public recalls and complaints databases, model years 2010–2025, as of October 2026. Counts combine the records NHTSA files under “4RUNNER” and “4RUNNER HYBRID”. A complaint is an unverified owner report; a recall is an official safety action with a free remedy. High complaint counts often reflect high sales volume.