2003 Toyota 4Runner Problems and Repair Histories

Toyota 4Runner in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2006		150	Replacement of both front struts. Under the extended warantee, but with deductable.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2009	96720		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	97960	851	Replaced steering shaft
Jun	2010	106020	550	front calipers replaced for the 3rd time!
Dec	2010	109120	0	rear oxygen sensor malfunction; will live with check engine light for a bit
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008	52080		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	63240	306	AC would not operate.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008		45	rear oxygen sensor, this is first repair ever for this vehicle
Dec	2009	85000	400	4wd actuator on front differential failed. Dealer diagnosed problem, owner bought part and did the labor.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	75000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	79000	2400	They use some sort of 4 prong caliper in the brakes for the 4 Runner along with some Lexus models. The calipers on both wheels dug into the drum ruining the pad, rotor etc. Entire new brake assemblies had to be ordered. About $1200 for just the brakes.
Sep	2012	110000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Nevada, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	65000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	83000	0	Seat Belt tensioner system on drivers side. Still wainting on parts to repair.
Jan	2011	86000	691	Airbag warning sensor was blinking. Found out the seat belt retracter sensor went bad and damaged the air bag sensor. Previously had replaced the seat belt sensor but had to wait for the air bag sensor. Replaced the air bag sensor.
Jun	2012	105000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	99000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	100000	0	New pads and rotors from Carmax, where purchased. Fixed a switch that was not lighting up. Repairs: all paid for by carmax! I LOVE carmax and don't think i will ever buy a new car again!!!
Apr	2009	102000	0	Lumbar support motor replaced. Took extra day because Toyota sent Carmax the wrong part. But had free rental car.
Nov	2010	127000	50	An AC circuit went out, It's a very common issue with this year and it was as simple as replacing a fuse. The fuse is over $100 so I used my $50 deductible on an extented warranty.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2010	122140		First odometer entry
Jun	2011	126480	200	replaced transmission cooler lines.rusted out and leaking
Dec	2011	133920	60	spare tire carrier seized,most likely due to non use. had to cut it off and repair with new cable.new assy at dealer too expensive.added grease fittings to prevent problem again. should be there from new.
Apr	2012	138260	400	center exhaust section replaced.(muffler) replaced front pads rotors and calipers. calipers siezed. service rear e-brake shoes and rear calipers.
Dec	2012	145700	375	rear hatch power window regulator rusted out and inoperative
Mar	2013	147560		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Missouri, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2007		1500	Had to replace two front catalytic converters.

 

Toyota 4Runner in West Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006		0	Part of drivers seat weld broke. Dealership fixed out of base warranty at no cost. As of 67,500 (5 years old) miles, this has been the ONLY repair to this vehicle.
Oct	2011	96000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

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.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	106000		First odometer entry
Jan	2009	115000	400	Vehicle stability control light on, dealer replaced sensor $165 plus labor
Apr	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	64000		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	70000	2100	Broke the rear differential pinion gear. My 4runner is heavily modified for 4wheeling and runs on oversized tires, so failure was not a big surprise. Gave me the opportunity to upgrade gearing to 4.88
Oct	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in New Mexico, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2010	120000		First odometer entry
Jan	2011	121000	0	Bad O2 sensor
Apr	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Louisiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2004		0	Dealer replaced under warranty 2 front door lock actuators.
Sep	2005		0	Dealer replaced the 2 back door actuators.
Nov	2005		0	All 4 door actuators began misoperating intermittently. They would not electrically lock or unlock. Dealer refused to fix this problem as I was just out of mileage warranty - all failed and they remain broken today. Est. repair cost - $1600
Aug	2008		950	Replaced AC compressor due to failed sensor that is built into the compressor.
Sep	2009		0	Air conditioner fan intermittently refused to come up to proper speed and often would produce little or no air flow. Problem could not be diagnosed although removing glove box and jiggling connectors seemed to improve operation.
Jan	2010		180	Replaced climate control panel with used part via parts dealer. New part was $900 but I paid $180 for good used part. Microswitch appeared to break in old unit and no repair was effective without the replacement part.
Mar	2010		20	Replaced relay that engages the AC compressor clutch. Failed relays were common on this model according to internet research that provided the insight to this problem.
Aug	2010	118000	0	All 4 electric door lock actuators out when traded - would cost $1000 in parts or possibly about $1800 total repair bill.

 

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

 

Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	100000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	105000	0	Squeaking noise in brake area.
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.

 

Toyota 4Runner in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2007		50	A/C Compressor Sensor - Replaced myself
Sep	2012	121000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

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 California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006		400	Differential seal replacement
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007		50	Defective AC relay that was on a TSB but the vehicle is out of warranty and the extended warranty doesn't cover it.

 

Toyota 4Runner in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	40000		First odometer entry
Oct	2011		0	Sunroof stuck open. Dealer wanted $3,400 to fix it, though only that the teeth on the belt had worn away so there was no way to even crank the dang thing closed. Dealer was willing to let us trade it for full blue-book, so did, for a 2011.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2010	115000		First odometer entry
Apr	2011	126000	443	Regular maintanence - replaced front brakes and rotors.
Dec	2012	148000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in South Dakota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2011	103000		First odometer entry
Jun	2011	104000	0	Dealer replaced timing belt, water pump, tensioners per purchase agreement.
Mar	2013	126000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	117000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	119000	260	Left CV boot leaking grease.
Sep	2009	130000	140	Rear pads and rotors needed replacement.
Oct	2010	155000	400	Replaced Front Right wheel bearing. Replaced Hub and seals during bearing replacement.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2008		650	seized RF caliper
Jul	2011	91760	0	Front suspension rubber isolators on top of shocks. Requires disassemble front suspension. Decided not to pursue. Living with noise.
Apr	2012	99200	1000	Hood struts.  Front suspension noise. Nothing wrong found, clunking noise persists. E-brake adjustment. Low beam headlight harness melt.
Aug	2012	119020	0	HVAC lights
Sep	2012	124000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota 4Runner in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2010	140000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	154000	189	cracked CV boot replaced
Apr	2012	162000		Most recent odometer entry.