How many recalls does the Toyota 4Runner have?

NHTSA lists 16 recalls for the Toyota 4Runner across the 2010-2014, 2015-2019, 2020-2024 generations covered here. A recall is an official safety action with a free remedy at a franchised dealer.

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

Across 170 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported systems on the Toyota 4Runner are Air Bags (79), Unknown Or Other (26), Service Brakes (21), Electrical System (11), Steering (9), Engine (7).

Toyota 4Runner recalls & common problems

NHTSA safety recalls and owner-reported complaints for the Toyota 4Runner across the 2010-2014, 2015-2019, 2020-2024 generations. Real, government-sourced figures — use them to gauge how common a problem actually is before you spend on parts.

Mid-size SUV 16 NHTSA recalls 170 owner complaints

16 NHTSA recalls

170 owner complaints

12 citing a crash

3 citing a fire

19 citing an injury

Most-reported systems on the Toyota 4Runner

The component categories Toyota owners file the most complaints about with NHTSA, summed across all generations covered.

Air Bags 79
Unknown Or Other 26
Service Brakes 21
Electrical System 11
Steering 9
Engine 7

Recalls & complaints by model year

Jump to the generation that matches your 4Runner:

Generation	Recalls	Complaints	Diagnose
2010-2014 Toyota 4Runner	8	96	Codes & recalls →
2015-2019 Toyota 4Runner	5	35	Codes & recalls →
2020-2024 Toyota 4Runner	3	39	Codes & recalls →

Recent recalls on the Toyota 4Runner

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

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Jul 2022

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 Vehicl…
NHTSA campaign 22V480000
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS May 2022

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 requiremen…
NHTSA campaign 22V310000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Dec 2021

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…
NHTSA campaign 21V963000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE Oct 2019

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,…
NHTSA campaign 19V741000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

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, Ge…
NHTSA campaign 19V005000
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Oct 2018

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…
NHTSA campaign 18V753000

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