2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

9 recalls, 116 complaints - 468 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Defect Description

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, ... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

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... Read more

1,830,752 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

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 GX4... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

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 ... Read more

928,220 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

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, Louis... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

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" To... Read more

1,299,448 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Defect Description

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 Overl... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

431 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

3,547 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Defect Description

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... Read more

Consequence

Contact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.

Remedy

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.

425 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description

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 ... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

844 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Defect Description

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 w... Read more

Consequence

Contact with an exhaust tip may result in personal injury.

Remedy

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.

2,530 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

EQUIPMENT

Defect Description

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed.... Read more

Consequence

Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.

Remedy

SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

3,958 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

Complaint Statistics

116 total complaints 13 crashes 12 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
AIR BAGS	15
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	13
STRUCTURE:BODY	10
SUSPENSION	10
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	8
ENGINE	8
STEERING	7
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	7
POWER TRAIN	5

Incident date: Aug 25, 2025

Issue of coolant leaking into the engine which will need engine replacement.

Incident date: Jun 12, 2025

I have a 2019 Audi eTron. The worse incident was when on the freeway, I had a warning signal then thankfully, I exited and was on feeder when he was completely stopped, towed to dealership and was told a major component engine equivalent or battery had to be repaired or replaced. There are records a... Read more

Incident date: Jan 24, 2025

There is a known flaw with this car that the transmissions fail prematurely. There is a technical service bulletin (TSB0008-21) released 2 months before purchasing the car on this exact issue and we were not made aware before purchase. Toyota has not recalled these vehicles and this applies to a ver... Read more

Incident date: Oct 7, 2024

The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that after pressing the engine Start/Stop button to start the vehicle in the driveway, she exited the vehicle and sat in the front passenger's seat. After 4-5 minutes, the vehicle inadvertently rolled backward while the transm... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Apr 5, 2024

Vehicle was in for routine service at dealer. Dealer reported "Rear axle beam starting to have heavy rust build up metal is getting thin. Will need replacement in the future, approx $3,000.00 depending on what is needed at that time." This is the first warning we have received, The vehicle has go... Read more

Incident date: Feb 10, 2024

Tesla is using camera-only detection for Forward Collision Warning system and this leads to numerous false positive alerts. This has happened from simply driving next to parked cars or slowly approaching vehicles at a traffic light. When these faulty alerts occur, a loud audible beeping is heard and... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2023

My car technician found that my car has leaking problems, and is burning engine oil for a long time which means the engine oil leaking from the engine that might cause fire or damage engine and cause serious engine failure and this is a serious safety concern. I heard this is a common problem for H... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2023

I bought my vehicle into Mercedes Benz for a recall related to water collection in spare tire well which can cause a fuel pump control malfunction, NHTSA recall # 22V955. A few days ago, my vehicle could not start and I found water in my spare tire well. My OBD scanner tells me it is related to the ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 28, 2023

The piece between the windshield and the passenger side door came off while I was driving on the interstate.

Incident date: Feb 8, 2023

The contact owns a 2009 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced intermittent power steering failure. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that excessive force was required to steer the vehicle during the failure. The contact... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2019

Three of the four locks do not work on a consistent basis. The fourth lock works on occasion. Neither the key fob or the actual key will open the doors on the vehicle. The front driver door lock was replaced while under warranty, but broke again in under a month. The front passenger door lock wa... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2022

Noticed the frame on the passenger side of the vehicle is rusting and I’m concerned about a safety issue. I know there was a rust-related class action on earlier model Toyota’s. The rust is most prevalent on the solder joints, which has me concerned about driving safety.

Incident date: Mar 30, 2022

'The "KDSS" (kinetic dynamic suspension system) valve located on the frame under the driver's door had corroded to the point where the oil in the system had begun to leak out. The warning light did come on the dashboard days prior to the leak. Vehicle was taken to a Toyota dealership, where they a... Read more

Incident date: Dec 27, 2021

Steering wheel shake and vibration at approximately 55-65mph. Alignment and multiple wheel balancing appointments have not fixed this problem.

Incident date: Sep 22, 2021

This is our third Toyota 4Runner with the "X-REAS Sport Enhancement Suspension System". There has been some type of failure of this system on all 3 of the 4Runners we have owned. The latest problem with this suspension system on our 2015 4Runner was discovered during a Toyota dealership service ap... Read more

Incident date: Sep 28, 2021

Toyota 4 runner had a recall for the fuel pump. I have been having starting issues with it ever since. The power is good and the starter tries to turn the vehicle over. But the vehicle won't start. I have taken it to multiple locations for service through out the chicago land area. Also once the veh... Read more

Incident date: Nov 20, 2020

THE DEALERSHIP IS NOT RESPONSIVE TO OUR REQUEST TO HAVE THE CAR REPAIRED.

Incident date: Sep 1, 2020

THE FUEL PUMP FAILED DURING DRIVING WHICH WAS DESCRIBED IN A RECALL BUT TOYOTA WILL NOT FIX OR REIMBURSE THE REPAIR

Incident date: Jun 1, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS UNABLE TO LOCK AND UNLOCK THE PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR. THE CONTACT CONTACTED KERRY TOYOTA SERVICE FLORENCE (6050 HOPEFUL CHURCH RD, FLORENCE, KY 41042; (859) 371-1518) AND THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A DEFECTIVE PASSENGER'S ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 26, 2020

MY CHILDREN AND I ALMOST DIED TWICE! 4 RUNNER ALMOST CAUSED SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 9/24/20, 6:15 PMISH, VEHICLE IN MOTION FOR APPROXIMATELY OVER AN HOUR, 70MPH CRUISE CONTROL SET, BEGINNING TO CLIMB UP A LARGE MOUNTAIN WESTBOUND INTERSTATE 8. ENGINE HESITATES/STALLS BRIEFLY, STEERING BECAME DIFFIC... Read more

Incident date: Sep 26, 2020

Incident date: Aug 5, 2020

I HAVE HAD 3 SETS OF TIRES ON MY 4RUNNER AND EACH SET HAS WORN DOWN PREMATURLY DESPITE PURCHASING GOOD QUALITY TIRES WITH A 60K MILE WARRANTY. I HAVE THE TIRES ROTATED, BALANCED AND ALIGNED AT THE REQUIRED SERVICE INTERVALS AND AS NEEDED. THE VEHICLE DOES NOT STAY ALIGNED VERY LONG. I EVEN WENT TO ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2017

WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PUT IN REVERSE THE COMPUTER SCREEN REAR VIEW CAMERA IMAGE BECOMES BLURY, THE IMAGE SHAKES RAPIDLY AND STATIC WITH NEON LINES WOULD APPEAR DISTORTING THE CAMERA FOOTAGE. IT MADE THE REAR CAMERA SCREEN VIEW UNUSABLE AND UNRELIABLE. THIS HAPPENED OFF AND ON FOR OVER 2 YEARS AND DURI... Read more

Incident date: Dec 15, 2016

THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT PLASTIC SKIRTING CLIPS BROKE CAUSING THE SEAT SKIRTING TO TWIST UPWARD AGAINST THE DRIVERS LEG. SEEMS LIKE A DESIGN FLAW WHERE THE POWER SEAT WILL MOVE MORE THAN THE PLASTIC CLIPS CAN HANDLE RESULTING IN WEAR THEN BROKEN CLIPS. TOYOTA OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA REPLACED THE SKIRTIN... Read more

Incident date: May 7, 2020

THIS IS A TOYOTA LIMITED MODEL THAT HAS A PROPRIETARY XREAS SUSPENSION. THIS CAR HAS BEEN REGULARLY SERVICED AT THE INTERVALS RECOMMENDED BY TOYOTA AT THEIR DEALERSHIP. AT APPROXIMATELY 55,000 MILES THE SERVICE TECH FOUND THAT ALL FOUR STRUTS WERE LEAKING AND REQUIRED $4,500 TO REPAIR AND REPLACE.... Read more

Incident date: May 22, 2020

I CONTACTED NHTSA BUT HAVEN'T HEARD BACK. IT'S BEEN OVER 2 MONTHS NOW AND NOTHING FROM TOYOTA ABOUT THE RECALL.

Incident date: Jan 9, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 13, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AU... Read more

Incident date: Jan 13, 2020

TOYOTA CAME OUT WITH RECALL 1-13-2020 (NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 20V012) AND AS OF 5-29-2020, THEY STILL CLAIM THAT NO REMEDY IS AVAILABLE. WHAT IS A TIMELY PERIOD TO WAIT?*DT*JB

Incident date: May 13, 2020

I CAME HOME FROM WORK AND REVERSED MY 4RUNNER INTO MY GARAGE AS I NORMALLY DO. THE NEXT MORNING, MY 4RUNNER STARTS AND THE ENGINE SOUNDS NORMAL BUT IT WON'T MOVE WHEN I SHIFT THE GEAR FROM PARK TO DRIVE. I STEPPED ON THE GAS WHILE LEAVING THE GEAR IN DRIVE, THE RPM MOVES BUT THE 4RUNNER STAYED IN TH... Read more

Incident date: May 13, 2020

Incident date: May 1, 2020

MULTIPLE TIMES NOW WHILE DRIVING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS WE HAVE EXPERIENCED THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GOING ROGUE. ABS, VSC, GAS, CHECK ENGINE, ALL LIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY COME ON. THE SCARY PART IS THIS MOST RECENT TIME IT JUMPED THE SPEEDOMETER WAY UP AS WELL. ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!

Incident date: May 1, 2020

Incident date: Apr 20, 2020

ABOUT 4-5 TIMES PER YEAR FOR THE PAST 4 YEARS MY VEHICLE WILL HESTTATE OR STALL FOR 3-4 SECONDS WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE AFTER STOPPING AT A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY, AT NO REGULAR SEQUENCE, AND WITHOUT WARNING OF ANY KIND. I HAVE NOT RECEIVED A LETTER FROM THE MANUFACTUR... Read more

Incident date: Mar 4, 2020

THE 4RUNNER HESITATES AT 40MPH AND 60MPH WHEN TRYING TO COAST/MAINTAIN SPEED WITH SLIGHT PRESSURE ON THE GAS PEDAL. AT OTHER SPEEDS OR WHILE ACCELERATING AT 40/60MPH THERE IS NO HESITATION. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, BUT THEY SAID THEY CAN'T REPLICATE THE PROBLEM. IT IS STILL HAPPENING THOUGH.

Incident date: Mar 4, 2020

Incident date: Jan 24, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP ON A RED TRAFFIC LIGHT, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO IMPACT THE VEHICLE. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED NECK, SHOULD AND BACK INJURIES. THE CONTACT DID SEEK MEDICAL ... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Jul 14, 2018

BOTH THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR AND PASSENGER SIDE DOOR DO NOT OPEN WHEN WHEN REMOTELY ACTIVATED. THEY ALSO CANNOT BE LOCKED REMOTELY. I HAVE NO WAY OF OPENING THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FROM THE OUTSIDE. BOTH DOORS HAVE TO BE MANUALLY OPENED. THE DRIVER SIDE CAN BE OPENED BY THE KEY, BUT THE PASSENGER SI... Read more

Incident date: Jul 14, 2018

Incident date: Jun 8, 2019

THE LOCK ACTUATOR MOTORS ON 4 OUT OF 5 DOORS HAVE STOPPED WORKING. ONLY THE DRIVERS AND REAR DOOR HAVE EXTERIOR KEY ENTRY, THIS DRAMATICALLY INHIBITS THE ACCESS TO THE BACK AND FRONT PASSENGER SEATS IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY.

Incident date: Jun 8, 2019

Incident date: Nov 29, 2019

I'M WRITING YOU TODAY IN THE HOPES THAT YOU CAN INVESTIGATE AND CREATE A RECALL FOR TOYOTA'S X-REAS SUSPENSION SYSTEM. I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2015 LIMITED 4RUNNER FOUR YEARS AGO. ON NOVEMBER 29TH, 2019 I HAD MY 4RUNNER SERVICED AT A TOYOTA SERVICE CENTER FOR A 40,000 MILE CHECK UP. AFTER THE CHECK... Read more

Incident date: May 17, 2019

TAKATA RECALL- CALLED TO MAKE APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THIS ISSUE RESOLVED AND THE PARTS TO FIX RECALL ARE ON BACKORDER- THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE

Incident date: May 4, 2019

THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAIL AT AN ALARMING RATE. MY DRIVER SIDE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR FAILED AFTER ONLY 50,000 MILES. THIS PREVENTS THE CAR DOOR FROM LOCKING, WHICH IS A SAFETY CONCERN DURING A CRASH OR JUST TO PREVENT FORCED ENTRY.

Incident date: Apr 6, 2019

MY HUSBAND PARKED THE CAR ON A HILL IN FRONT OF A GAS STATION AND I STAYED IN THE CAR SITTING ON THE PASSENGER SEAT AND IT JUST ROLLED DOWN THE HILL, CAUSED AN ACCIDENT TO A PARKED CAR GETTING GAS, I JUMPED OUT OF THE CAR AS IT ROLLED TOWARDS A GAS PUMP , SLAMMED ON TO PUMP GUARD. THANKFULLY NO ON... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Apr 6, 2019

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Apr 6, 2019

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Apr 2, 2019

TAKATA RECALL AND HOOD. THESE RECALLS HAVE NOT BEEN ADDRESSED. UNABLE TO GET A HOLD OF THE DEALERSHIP.

Incident date: Apr 2, 2019

TAKATA RECALL AND HOOD. THESE RECALLS HAVE NOT BEEN ADDRESSED. UNABLE TO GET A HOLD OF THE DEALERSHIP.

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

2015 Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Rollover Risk	24.6%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

468 manufacturer communications from 195 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	78
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	48
160000 STRUCTURE	36
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)	31
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.	30
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	28
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	23
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	21

061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.

200000 WHEELS

TSB: Some 2015 ? 2023 model year TRD Pro Edition 4Runner vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise when in Reverse with the wheels at or near full lock due to interference between the tire and bumper and/or fender liner. Follow the Repair Proc

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE CERTAIN 2013 ? 2019 MODEL YEAR 4RUNNER 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR LAND CRUISER 2013 ? 2017 MODEL

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

DP: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to incorrect

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

200000 WHEELS

150000 SEAT BELTS

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repair

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

140000 AIR BAGS

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

140000 AIR BAGS

DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Toyota?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2015-2020 model year (MY) v

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

140000 AIR BAGS

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Some 2014 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC P0171 and/or P0174 (System Too Lean Bank 1/Bank 2) ?DTC P0087 Fuel

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

160000 STRUCTURE

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the v

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TI: 19TE12 Expired on December 1, 2022

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

DP: Customer Support Program 19TE12 expired December 1, 2022.

140000 AIR BAGS

TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur

160000 STRUCTURE

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

CSP: Customer Support Program ZKG ? Paint Repair Process

160000 STRUCTURE

140000 AIR BAGS

CSP: On July 30, 2018, a settlement of claims for Economic Loss related to Takata airbag inflators was approved for full implementation. The settlement includes Toyota?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program (?CSP?) for 2002-2019

140000 AIR BAGS

CSP: Takata CSP Coverage Job Aid - published 7.28.2022

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

160000 STRUCTURE

350000 EQUIPMENT

CSP: Customer Support Program ZKG - Paint Repair Process Operation Flow Chart

160000 STRUCTURE

TI: Technical Instructions Customer Support Program ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint

350000 EQUIPMENT

160000 STRUCTURE

350000 EQUIPMENT

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

220000 SEATS

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

TSB This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year El

190000 TIRES

POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom

200000 WHEELS

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

160000 STRUCTURE

DL: CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint

160000 STRUCTURE

RL: CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio function

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TSB: Some 2006 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX? Tip) is avai

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 TOYOTA UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-21.

140000 AIR BAGS

Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0044-16.

220000 SEATS

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water an

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

160000 STRUCTURE

RE: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the veh

160000 STRUCTURE

062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TSB: Some 2014 ? 2020 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a gap due to disengagement of the front bumper cover clips and the fender retainer near the headlamp assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condit

062400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles.

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

010000 STEERING

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

ZKG WEBSITE PROPER PHOTOGRAPH SUBMISSION

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

ZKG WEBSITE PROPER PHOTOGRAPH SUBMISSION

350000 EQUIPMENT

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE

350000 EQUIPMENT

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

TSB: Some 2014 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio (version 010169), Entune? Audio Plus (version 010171), or Entune? Premium Audio (version 010185) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Bluetooth? someti

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.

162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

TSB: Some 2014 - 2020 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a gap due to disengagement of the front bumper cover clips and the fender retainer near the headlamp assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condit

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA 4RUNNER

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP, Closed , Model Year: 2002

Frame corrosion

On August 7, 2018, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a defect petition from Mr. Gary Weinreich alleging premature frame corrosion failure in model year (MY) 2002 - 2006 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The petitioner based his request upon a corrosion-related front suspension failure he exp... erienced in his MY 2005 Toyota 4Runner, a class action lawsuit settlement involving other Toyota products, and other complaints of underbody corrosion in Toyota 4Runner vehicles that he found in NHTSA?s online complaint database. The petitioner submitted a complaint to NHTSA documenting his experience (NHTSA ID 11098055). On August 17, 2018, ODI opened DP18-002 to evaluate the petitioner?s request. ODI?s evaluation included information provided by the petitioner regarding his vehicle, facts related to the class action lawsuit cited by the petitioner, and consumer complaint data received by NHTSA regarding underbody corrosion in third and fourth-generation Toyota 4Runner vehicles.The undercarriage of the petitioner?s vehicle exhibited severe corrosion damage indicative of seawater immersion. The vehicle?s service history shows that concerns with underbody corrosion were first noted by a Toyota dealer in a multi-point vehicle inspection performed on April 28, 2011. The invoice for that inspection noted ?severe and excessive amount of rust on the undercarriage and on the drive shaft transmission.? Two years later, on October 21, 2013, another multi-point inspection by a Toyota dealer observed further progression of underbody corrosion damage, noting: ?rust on shocks/struts and other components,? ?rust on exhaust system,? ?both splash shields severely rusted,? and ?undercarriage very rusty.? On July 17, 2017, approximately 10 months prior to experiencing the suspension failure incident, an independent repair facility performing routine oil change and brake maintenance informed the Petitioner of a concern with ?excessive frame corrosion? on his vehicle. The service history, severe general corrosion damage, failure age, and environment do not support the petitioner?s allegation of premature corrosion failure.ODI?s analysis of NHTSA complaint data identified fifteen incidents of front lower control arm failure in fourth-generation Toyota 4Runner sport utility vehicles. Two of the failures, including the petitioner?s vehicle, involve vehicles operated in ocean front communities with continuous exposure to aerosolized marine salts and potential exposure to seawater immersion. The remaining thirteen failures all involved vehicles owned or previously registered in states with the greatest use of deicing salts to treat road surfaces in winter months (?Salt states?). On average, the front lower control arm failures occurred after 13.1 years in service in highly corrosive environments. The failure ages and environments do not support the petitioner?s allegation of premature corrosion failure. NHTSA is authorized to issue an order requiring notification and remedy of a defect if the Agency?s investigation shows a defect in design, construction, or performance of a motor vehicle that presents an unreasonable risk to safety. 49 U.S.C. ?? 30102(a)(9), 30118. Since the information before the Agency is not indicative of a vehicle-based defect, it is unlikely that any investigation opened because of granting this petition would result in an order concerning the notification and remedy of a safety-related defect. Therefore, upon full consideration of the information presented in the petition and the potential risks to safety, the petition is denied. The denial of this petition does not foreclose the Agency from taking further action if warranted or the pRead more

DP, Closed , Model Year: 1990

REAR SEAT BELT ROUTING

SQ, Closed , Model Year: 1989

CORRODED BRAKE LINES

TOYOTA IS CONDUCTING A SAFETY RECALL IN CANADA 98-253. CORRODED BRAKE LINES COULD FAIL RESULTING IN A PARTIAL BRAK SYSTEM LOSS AND INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES

EA, Closed , Model Year: 1990

LOSS OF BRK EFFECTIVENESS

There is no summary currently available

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1990

LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES

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TOYOTA 4RUNNER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the TOYOTA 4RUNNER across all model years (1988, 2026).

157 Total Recalls

6,499 Total Complaints

5 Investigations

377 Reported Crashes

72 Reported Fires

112 Reported Deaths

TOYOTA 4RUNNER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	1	12	View
2025	1	64	View
2024	1	11	View
2023	1	42	View
2022	3	55	View
2021	1	54	View
2020	1	43	View
2019	4	87	View
2018	5	78	View
2017	5	48	View
2016	8	105	View
2015 (current)	9	116
2014	7	91	View
2013	6	48	View
2012	8	112	View
2011	10	182	View
2010	12	175	View
2009	6	33	View
2008	5	134	View
2007	5	204	View
2006	5	520	View
2005	5	553	View
2004	2	847	View
2003	3	718	View
2002	3	261	View
2001	3	206	View
2000	2	520	View
1999	2	312	View
1998	4	168	View
1997	4	200	View
1996	5	92	View
1995	4	52	View
1994	4	15	View
1993	3	58	View
1992	3	73	View
1991	2	55	View
1990	2	95	View
1989	1	7	View
1988	1	12	View
1987	0	7	View
1986	0	13	View
1985	0	2	View
1984	0	2	View

Other TOYOTA Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
TUNDRA	787	9,074	View
HIGHLANDER	677	6,756	View
RAV4	669	11,842	View
CROWN	548	141	View
TACOMA	406	10,562	View
VENZA	404	969	View
GRAND HIGHLANDER	388	332	View
PRIUS	365	15,456	View

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2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

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Most Affected Components

NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA 4RUNNER

TOYOTA 4RUNNER - All Years Overview

TOYOTA 4RUNNER - Year by Year

Other TOYOTA Models