Is the Toyota 4Runner Reliable?
1990–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Toyota 4Runner Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 25 | — | — | 73 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 10 | 2 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 24 | 1 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 2 | 28 | 1 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 22 | 3 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 20 | 6 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 4 | 36 | 2 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2018 | 4 | 28 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 3 | 13 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the 4Runner Compares to Similar Vehicles
The 4Runner scores 14 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Toyota 4Runner Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 207 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Toyota 4Runner reliable?+
The Toyota 4Runner scores 82/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 18 recall campaigns and 207 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year 4Runner is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2017 4Runner achieved the highest reliability score of 87/100 with 3 recalls and 13 complaints.
How many miles does a 4Runner last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Toyota 4Runner owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used 4Runner will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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