Toyota 4Runner Problems and Repair Histories
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Toyota 4Runner Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2012 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 0 | dealer checked steering but could not replicate the issue. | |
2012 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 248 | The mechanic said there was not an issue with the bluetooth, that it was my phone. The service rep called a number from his phone and the person on the other end stated it was horrible and could hear every other word. A new mic was ordered | |
2011 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 59000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 67000 | 440 | The AC was leaking into the front floor on drivers and passengers sides. |
2011 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 1220 | 0 | Wiring harness under dash came loose |
| Apr | 2013 | 11160 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 20700 | 0 | The lumbar support on the drivers seat was giving and crunching- there was a TSB out for this issue. The dealer fixed this by ordering a new part under warranty and putting it in. |
| Mar | 2013 | 30000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 19220 | 0 | rubber foot tread on running board fell off, very minor cosmetic issue |
| Jan | 2012 | 26040 | 75 | ABS engages in dry conditions under moderately strong braking |
| Mar | 2013 | 42780 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 7000 | 0 | BAD TRANSMISSION LAG THAT THE DEALER ACKNOWLEDGED BUT COULD NOT FIX YET AS THERE IS NO TSB FOR IT YET. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Toyota 4Runner in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 14000 | 0 | 4runner would downshift on a turn into 1st gear when it should have stayed in 2nd. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 170000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 171000 | 1350 | Replaced timing belt and water pump. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 10000 | 0 | Hard shift at low speeds. Active TSB was found and corrected. Shifts are much smoother now. |
| Dec | 2010 | 13000 | 0 | Noticed a thumping sound around 25 mph. Service could not duplicate problem on first visit. Took vehicle home and problem got worse. Drove tech and service manager and they heard the problem. Front differential replaced - problem is gone |
| Mar | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 137000 | 110 | Universal Joint had to be replaced. |
| Oct | 2011 | 151000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 4000 | 0 | Lumbar Suppport on Drivers Power Seat Failed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 12000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 20000 | 0 | Rearview mirror was loose and would not hold position |
| Mar | 2011 | 34000 | 0 | Rattle coming from under the hood on passenger side |
| Dec | 2012 | 71000 | 135 | Truck was completely dead. No power what so ever. Replaced battery now running fine |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 55 | A suspected water leak was really normal drainage. | |
2009 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Toyota 4Runner in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 5 | Oil seep/leak developed on right front near timing chain seal. Repaired under warranty. I included $5 for gas in cost to drive to/from dealer | |
2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 4000 | 0 | Seat made noise when my truck flexed such as when it turned, etc... The dealer replaced the drivers set track and the problem seems to be fixed. |
| May | 2009 | 20000 | 0 | Driver's seat continues to squeak/rattle when truck flexes. |
| Jun | 2009 | 20000 | 0 | drivers seat squeaks and pops. The entire drivers seat was replaced including the leather. so far, after 500 miles the squeak/popping hasn't returned. |
| Jan | 2010 | 33000 | 0 | passenger seat starting to pop, click and rattle like the driver seat did. The dealer replaced some foam in the lumbar support, which decrerased the noise, but I need to take it back. |
| Mar | 2010 | 35000 | 0 | Passenger seat still noisy when car flexes during curves. Dealer attempted to fix, but was not successful, so they ordered a new seat frame to be installed when it comes in. rattling noise from the sunroof. Dealer tightened "several plastic" parts and it's better. Not 100% gone, but better. Now it makes noise when closing like the plastic parts might be too tight... we'll see what happens. |
| Apr | 2010 | 36000 | 0 | Passenger seat creaked and popped when turning corner (car flexes) when someone is in the seat. passenger side of the sunroof rattles when the sunroof is open in the back (the back side of the sunroof is up and open.) They tightened some bolts or plastic - I don't know exactly what they tightened, but it continues to rattle. Back to dealer. |
| May | 2010 | 38000 | 0 | Replaced Passenger seat frame because of clicking and popping from seat frame. |
| Dec | 2010 | 47000 | 0 | Engine check light and several other error lights were on. Caused by the gas cap not sealing correctly. Toyota dealer tested the cap and sensors, replaced the cap and reset the error messages. |
| Jul | 2011 | 58000 | 26 | engine check light and 2 others (VSC and slipping) flashing. Gas cap not sealing correctly. I had this problem last year when the gas cap was faulty and didn't lock and seal correctly. I replaced the gas cap and the error lights went away. |
| Mar | 2012 | 67000 | 0 | drivers side door lock actuator motor failed. replacement motor installed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 77000 | 0 | Gas cap not sealing properly. 3rd trip to the dealer for this issue. They pressure tested the system and replaced the gas cap (again). |
2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Toyota 4Runner in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 10000 | 1 | Driver's seat:annoying pop/crack noise when turning or braking. Dealer tightened "lean back clamps" but noise re-appeared after 100 miles. 4runner blog reveals a lot of 4runners have same seat noise issue. Toyota techs don't have a successful fix process. |
| Jul | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | Driver's seat continues to make a pop/crack noise when turning or braking. Toyota tech could not duplicate by driving the car around the dealer parking lot. Guess I'll live with this annoynace. |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 144000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 145000 | 250 | Frequent overheating. Radiator was clogged. Radiator replaced and cooling system flushed. |
| May | 2012 | 146700 | 150 | Front shocks leaking and not effective. Replaced LH and RH shock/spring assy. |
| Jun | 2012 | 147000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 142000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 150000 | 0 | Noticed a large pool of fluid in driveway. Turns out Radiator was blown. And transmission fluid was contaminated. I had my 02 Runner towed, radiator replaced, and trans flushed twice! Luckily no trans damage..drives great now. |
| Toyota 4Runner in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 14000 | 0 | Emblem came off driver side door ( the "L" in Limited ) |
| Mar | 2013 | 89000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 8000 | 0 | Factory installed TomTom GPS was shorted out by TomTom. |
| Jan | 2011 | 26300 | 0 | Leather on driver seat threads unraveling, major cracking and spliting on top and side of seat |
| Sep | 2011 | 37000 | 0 | Several harnesses failed or improperly installed. Battery and voltage regulator replaced. Seat cushion replaced. |
| Dec | 2011 | 41000 | 101 | Relay on harness repaired in September for the air bag, traction, and turn signals went out |
| Mar | 2013 | 58000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Nova Scotia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 11780 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 12400 | 0 | Main heating circuit board needed to be replaced. 1400$ for part alone. Under warranty. |
| Dec | 2012 | 34100 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 20000 | 0 | Passenger airbag light intermittently turning on/off. |
| Apr | 2012 | 84000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Toyota 4Runner in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | Hood latch lever became disengaged from mounting. Reinstalled. No parts required, snapped back in place. |
| Mar | 2013 | 27000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 36000 | 0 | sunroof rattle, replaced new by manufacturer |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 4000 | 0 | Excessive brake squeal Excessive brake squeal |
| Mar | 2013 | 71000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 0 | broken wheel lugbolt- overtorqued | |
| Mar | 2013 | 27000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| Toyota 4Runner in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 34000 | 30 | Driver's side front strut was ruptured and replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 58000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 60000 | 60 | Routine Disk Brake Pad replacement |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 14000 | 0 | ABS, VSC and other brake related warning lights came on. Also had trouble getting out of 4WD with center differential locked. Dealer found no problem and reset computer. |
| Oct | 2008 | 17000 | 0 | Check engine and all brake lights came on. The problem was the carbon canister which was replaced. |
| Mar | 2012 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Toyota 4Runner in Peru | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 43400 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 46500 | 0 | Cold air from AC not blowing through driver´s side, only blowing through passenger side. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 137000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 143000 | 400 | brakes were becoming increasingly worse; replaced front calipers and rotors and pads all in one trip |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 182000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 184000 | 0 | Only unrepaired problem I knew of and disclosed to buyer was that the rear hatch window switch on console would put window down, but not up. Dealer wanted $200 to repair. Window still worked by using key in rear hatch, so it wasn’t the motor. |
| Toyota 4Runner in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 154000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 155000 | 3400 | rear differential was bad. Shop found a used one at a salvage yard, complete with both rear axles, so entire rear end was replaced After 155,000 miles, I decided to replace springs and struts/shocks. Got system 1.2 from Sonoran Steel in Arizona, and my local shop installed it. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 23000 | 0 | Rear rotors were replaced six months ago. They were out of round. |
| Jul | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | Replaced valve readers as low pressure tire light kept coming on. |
| Apr | 2010 | 31000 | 400 | very small clip on bottom of rear window clipping two rubber ends together. |
| May | 2010 | 32500 | 0 | Front and rear brake pads, rotors resurfaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 158000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 161000 | 56 | Loose steering column. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Toyota 4Runner in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 1200 | Tire pressure valves failed and replace. Not covered under extended warranty by Toyota. It is a safety item but not to Toyota. Nuff said. Been having this problem since 30k miles. Window on driver door failed and not working correctly. Loose in the door | |
| Jun | 2009 | 39000 | 300 | TPMS has serious problems on my tires. Had to pay for it myself...even though I have extended warranty and problem was handled prior to 30k miles. Also, all windows are rattling in the doors and no assistance from the dealer or Toyota. No Toyota again. |
| Jul | 2009 | 40000 | 60 | TPMS keeps malfunctioning. Had to haved it repaired elsewhere. Even with ext. warranty.. Toyota Dealer told me to go to pound sand, more of less. |
| Feb | 2010 | 47000 | 887 | Had to replace the rear shocks. They failed very early in the life of the auto. |
| Jul | 2011 | 61000 | 0 | Had to replace the Front Struts @ $600.00 |
| Mar | 2013 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 100000 | 387 | Front hub bearings replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 138000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Toyota 4Runner in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 65000 | 665 | Bad filter set engine light killed traction control. Part replaced. |
| Apr | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 82000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 82000 | 200 | Front passenger wheel bearing started buzzing when the car was being driven straight or making a right turn. Replaced wheel bearing with OEM part which fixed the problem. The mechanic suspects the problem was caused by the tire hitting a curb. |
| Oct | 2011 | 125000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 40000 | 120 | Electric sunroof was binding and needed manual assistance to get it to close. Dealer found no broken or worn parts, cleaned and lubed all accessible components, now seems to be working fine. |
| Oct | 2012 | 82000 | 1000 | Water pump was leaking slightly - enough so I could smell coolant when parking, and the coolant level would drop a few ounces over the course of a month or so. The water pump was replaced along with thermostat and some hoses and fittings. |
| Mar | 2013 | 83000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 97000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 99000 | 0 | AC/Heat was blowing only hot air. Bad Wiper Motor Broken clip on a heat shield caused a constant rattle. Front turn signal out, caused by a cracked housing holding the bulb. Bulb and socket replaced. |
| Dec | 2010 | 126000 | 175 | Major transmission leak, car would often not shift into first. |
| Jan | 2011 | 127000 | 616 | Radiator Leak. Replaced. |
| Aug | 2011 | 135000 | 0 | Alternator died. |
| Feb | 2013 | 167300 | 650 | Both brake lines blew, at same time. CV replaced - front. |
| Mar | 2013 | 169000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 73160 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 74400 | 0 | Front skid plate got loose, and was rubbing against the left tire, when steering wheel is cranked all the way. |
| Oct | 2009 | 84320 | 60 | Repaired and re-attached heat shield that had gotten loose. Replaced clamp on front axle boot, was cracked, and boot was starting to spray grease on undercarriage. |
| Sep | 2012 | 117800 | 1050 | Heater fan capacitor/ amplifier burned out and needed replacement. Part alone was close to 900 dollars with taxes. |
| Jan | 2013 | 118620 | 1200 | Repaired rear brakes. Changed TPMS sensors for all four wheels. |
| Mar | 2013 | 119040 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 93000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 115320 | 1000 | Front and rear pads and rotors replaced. Serpentine belt also replaced but NOT included in total cost - that was an aditional $192.00. |
| Sep | 2010 | 143220 | 337 | A technician noticed a leak coming from the right inner cv boot during an oil change. After inspecting it, a crack was found in the boot. I brought the vehicle back a few weeks later and the dealer replaced the part at my cost. |
| Jul | 2011 | 159960 | 364 | The caliper on the front passenger side was seized and needed to be replaced. The brakes were beginning to audibly squeal most of the time when I took it in. |
| Jul | 2012 | 184380 | 1485 | The bushings on the sway were worn out and replaced. The total cost for this repair includes a complete fluids replacement and a timing belt change. |
| Mar | 2013 | 203980 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 34000 | 125 | Rear windshield wiper. The arm became brittle and broke off. Both the arm and wiper blade needed to be replaced. (Parts + Labor $125) |
| May | 2009 | 41000 | 165 | Some "Electrical Relay" failed in Air conditioning system. So it stopped working. Relay had to be replaced and "Computer Reset" |
| Mar | 2011 | 60000 | 1450 | Brake Rotors and Drums damaged. Front Caliper seized. No brake warning light was ever noticed. Took car to Mechanic because braking took longer. |
| Jan | 2012 | 68300 | 50 | Traction control and stability control lights were on. Mechanic diagnosed the code and reset the computer |
| Mar | 2013 | 79000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 63000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 64000 | 1500 | The sport model has a hydraulicly boosted suspension which had a leak. Eventually the fluid would all leak out and the suspension would be terrible. |
| Mar | 2012 | 96000 | 400 | Front pads and rotors replaced - worn all the way |
2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 48000 | 0 | a/c went out, discovered prob was in tsb, fixed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 92000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 95000 | 1200 | Right and left front brake calipers replaced. Remanufactured parts used. Front brake pads and rotors. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 139000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 146000 | 71 | A/C clutch compressor relay went bad. Flashing a/c light inside the cabin, alerted me of the problem. The a/c was not blowing cold air. Online forums were searched and the problem was found. |
| Jan | 2010 | 165700 | 459 | Replace driver side front wheel bearings. |
| Mar | 2013 | 203000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 122000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 129000 | 200 | brake pad replacement |
| Apr | 2013 | 136000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 20 | Replaced RR door sensor | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 89000 | 850 | 90,000 mile service - had the timing belt and water pump replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 110000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 99000 | 0 | key fob unusable (broken loop - won't stay on keyring). Dealer said the vehicle does not have record of having a remote, so they could not replace the fob. I have since called a dealer in a large city and they said it could be replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 100000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 116560 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 122340 | 100 | A sensor was cleaned and engine check light reset |
| Jan | 2012 | 128340 | 100 | Lubricate universal joints on drive shaft |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 450 | Engine cooling system (radiator, water pump, thermostat, heater core, etc.), repair | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 105000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 117000 | 100 | The parking brake was sticking |
| Jan | 2013 | 124000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 111000 | 450 | Had a small oil leak fixed. The cause was the valve cover gaskets. |
| Sep | 2012 | 113000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 155000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 156000 | 2250 | Transmission failure |
| Mar | 2011 | 169000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 190000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 194500 | 1300 | Drive shaft was loose and needed to be replaced. Latch for back hatch broke and needed to be replaced. |
| Dec | 2010 | 211000 | 550 | Front caliper was sticking so wore the brake pads unevenly. Needed new front brake pads and calipers. |
| Jul | 2011 | 227000 | 2500 | replaced starter, replaced sway bars, shocks, struts, engine coolants replaced, fog light repaired, new wiper blades, oil change and others can't remember. |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Toyota 4Runner in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 73000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 73000 | 100 | Took delivery of new to me car. Rear Emergancy brake stuck on left side. Small leak, tranny pan tightened. |
| Jun | 2010 | 80000 | 0 | O2 sensors |
| Oct | 2011 | 102000 | 0 | No heat. Read brand/model forum and learned about fix. WD40 and manual manipulation freed stuck valve, allowing coolant to flow into heater core. |
| Nov | 2011 | 102500 | 200 | Purchased car with new OEM Radiator. Needed to be replaced again. Aftermarket racing model installed, brand recommended by 4Runner Forum. |
| Mar | 2013 | 118000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| Toyota 4Runner in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 165000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 178000 | 150 | Clutch would not disengage when depressed. Replaced clutch master and slave cylinders. Rear cover on rear axle housing rusted through and leaking gear oil. Replacment cost over $1500, cleaned off rust and patched with 2 part epoxy, no leaks yet. |
| Sep | 2010 | 183000 | 100 | Power steering return tube corroded and leaking fluid. First repair shop said that complete power steering rack needed to be replaced. Diagnosis by myself found the problem. |
| Jul | 2011 | 190000 | 850 | Replace oxygen sensor and reset check engine light. Recharged AC Repaired exhaust system leak, welded in short section of connecting pipe |
| Dec | 2011 | 195000 | 120 | Brake hydraulic line broke, but found out frame is rusting through, fixed line, but vehicle is on short list for end of life. |
| Nov | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Toyota 4Runner in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 150000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 155000 | 450 | slight delay in starting engine due to bad spot on starter motor armature. gasket between catalytic converter and exhaust pipe blown out. Replaced gasket. |
| Jul | 2009 | 156000 | 100 | inner tie rod on passenger side replaced due to excess wear. |
| Dec | 2009 | 158000 | 0 | Dealer says entire exhaust system and 2 catlytic converters are bad. Replacement estimate is $2,700!!! Rear differential housing is rusting away. Dealer says replace total rear end. Big $$$ I made epoxy repair a year ago to stop small oil leak. Rusting problem is getting worse. In process of submitting complaint to consumer advocacy group. |
| Jan | 2010 | 158000 | 0 | Heater fan/blower under the dash has debris rubbing against housing causing squealing noise or stalled fan at some fan settings. Interference and noise stopped by itself after changing fan speeds and maintaining one mid fan speed. |
| Toyota 4Runner in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 189000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 194000 | 4500 | "Strawberry Milkshake" - The portion of the radiator that the tranny fluid runs thru ruptures, mixes with coolant, and cycles thru the tranny. Ruins tranny (and radiator.) New tranny. New radiator. |
| Nov | 2010 | 208500 | 150 | Climate control started flaking out. Most buttons not responding. Removed and shipped climate conrol to a repair shop in TN for a refirb. Common problem on 3rd gen 4runner digital climate control systems. |
| May | 2011 | 219700 | 950 | Steering rack had developed a leak near the driver side of the vehicle. Progressively got worse over a 3 month peroid. Steering rack and tie-rod completely replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 111000 | 35 | |
| Sep | 2012 | 154000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 197000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 199000 | 1900 | Drive shaft and universal joints replaced. Water pump replaced w/seals. |
| Mar | 2010 | 200000 | 500 | IVC (idle control valve) replaced. Car stopped, would start but would not idle so you could shift into gear. |
| Jun | 2010 | 205000 | 100 | Engine mounts worn and need to be replaced. Cost estimated at $1200.00. |
| Sep | 2010 | 236000 | 770 | rear axle fluid leaking into rear brake drums, brakes and axle fluid seals needed to be replaced |
| Mar | 2011 | 250000 | 700 | radiator leaking, replaced |
| Dec | 2012 | 270000 | 0 | ignition coil needs replacement |
| Mar | 2013 | 300000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| Toyota 4Runner in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 175000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 176000 | 200 | turning of front rotors, replacement of rear rotors antenna motor unplugged, already burned out. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota 4Runner in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 112000 | 1800 | Both rear wheel bearings replaced, failed seals and saturated brake shoes. Toyota switched to ball bearings instead of taper bearings in the rear. Very poor design, low reliability. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Toyota 4Runner in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 176000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 178000 | 10 | headlight relay stuck, lights wouldn't turn off. replaced relay |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Toyota 4Runner in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 201000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 210000 | 745 | Replaced Starter motor Replaced catalytic converter |
| Oct | 2010 | 224000 | 93 | Ignition lock cylinder failed due to wear, worsened by previous owners' overly heavy keychains. New lock cylinder purchased at parts counter of local Toyota dealership and successfully installed in around 30 minutes. |
| Dec | 2010 | 226000 | 150 | Water pump bearings failed; replaced pump and belt. While I was messing with it, also replaced fuel filter. Installed keyless entry/remote start unit to circumvent need to replace failing drivers door lock cylinder. |
| Mar | 2012 | 245000 | 0 | RF Passenger door window switch "down" function ceased. Swapped with un-used LR Passenger door switch. |
| Dec | 2012 | 247000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1997 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Toyota 4Runner in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 246000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 248000 | 85 | car refused to start, then after 3 attempts did start. |
| Jan | 2011 | 266000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1997 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Toyota 4Runner in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 175000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 180000 | 100 | cracked muffler |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1996 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| Toyota 4Runner in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 123000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 127000 | 75 | Lube squeaky clutch |
| Oct | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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