AI Damage2024 Toyota 4runner: common problems
Owners of the 2024 Toyota 4runner filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure and electrical system. The maker issued 57 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 10
- involving a crash
- 2
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 57
What fails most often
- 1 Structure 30% of all complaints
- 2 Electrical system 20% of all complaints
- 3 Service brakes 20% of all complaints
- 4 Air bags 20% of all complaints
- 5 Wheels 10% of all complaints
- 6 Engine 10% of all complaints
- 7 Fuel/propulsion system 10% of all complaints
- Structure: 3 complaints (30% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 26.
- Electrical system: 2 complaints (20% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 12.
- Service brakes: 2 complaints (20% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 2.
- Air bags: 2 complaints (20% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner.
- Wheels: 1 complaints (10% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 3.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 4 L · petrol · 6 cyl
- automatic, 5-speed
Drive: RWD, AWD, 4WD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 10 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 0 | 26 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 2 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The vehicle was involved in an accident resulting in a roll-over (1.5 times) stopping inverted, on the roof. All the airbags deployed but the engine continued to run until manually shut off approximately 5 minutes after the accident.
My car began shaking and the brakes were vibrating very badly and not slowing down. I was either going to slam into the truck in front of me, or swerve and hit the highway retaining wall, which I ended up avoiding the truck and hitting the wall at 24 mph and my airbag didn't deploy.
Last October we purchased a new 4 Runner (vin [XXX] ) and to date we have a little over 200 miles on it. The primary issue surrounding the lack of usage is that the running boards âplatform" does not extend far enough out from the body.
The 6gen 2025 4Runner brakes squeal VERY badly, to the point where it has changed my driving habits. I am concerned there is something wrong. There needs to be a TSB or a recall, it's really bad. Apparently a lot of people are also reporting that the brakes squeak really badly especially in reverse.
Camera system, rear, from, 360 degree all are distorted and makes hard to see yellow and white painted lines, pedestrians, and other obstacles while parking. System is defective and do not work as it should.
The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, the rear passenger-side seat belt strap detached. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the failure occurred due to an outside interference from the misuse of a child safety seat. The vehicle was not repaired.
There was nothing in the road that could've hit the rear tire after missing the front tire. I called Yokohama IAW their warranty procedure. They said I'd have to take it to the dealership for inspection to see if it was defective.
When modifying the "Beep" volume which is tied to the audio beep when locking or unlocking the car, the car will then turn off the wireless ability read the key fob when using it to lock or unlock the car. The proximity feature will still function and you are still able to start the car.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 10,921 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 30% most complained about).
On average one model year of the 4runner has 135 complaints (44 years in the data). This year has 10, below average.
What to check before buying
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Air bags. Check the SRS light, stored codes and airbag/curtain status after any impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Some 2019 – 2024 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise that may be described as…
Some 2019 – 2024 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise that may be described as cracking, clicking, or creaking from the driver and/or passenger front seat cushion track. This condition may occur…
- Customers state Parking Brake efficiency concerns. The conditions can include the following
• The Parking Brake Pedal feels loose or requires full depression for proper engagement. • When not fully depressed, effectiveness on steep surfaces may be reduced, allowing the vehicle to roll with transmission in…
- OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
- Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System…
Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software.
- Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a…
Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition…
- Customers state Parking Brake efficiency concerns. The conditions can include the following
• The PKB Pedal feels loose or requires full depression for proper engagement. • Ineffective on steep surfaces, allowing the vehicle to roll with transmission in Neutral. • Ineffective on steep surfaces, allowing the…
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air…
The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and…
- To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to…
To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the…
- Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System…
Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software…
- The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master…
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 and can never be reused…
- Some 2019 – 2024 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a cracking noise from the driver and/or passenger…
Some 2019 – 2024 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a cracking noise from the driver and/or passenger front seat cushion track. This condition may occur when the front seat cushion track is at the rearmost position.
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix…
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and…
NHTSA lists 57 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
- 4runner 19868 sources
- 4runner 19875 sources
- 4runner 19889 sources
- 4runner 19896 sources
- 4runner 199078 sources
- 4runner 199143 sources
- 4runner 199253 sources
- 4runner 199351 sources
- 4runner 199464 sources
- 4runner 1995172 sources
- 4runner 1996161 sources
- 4runner 1997261 sources
- 4runner 1998250 sources
- 4runner 1999330 sources
- 4runner 2000483 sources
- 4runner 2001185 sources
- 4runner 2002225 sources
- 4runner 2003696 sources
- 4runner 2004678 sources
- 4runner 2005425 sources
- 4runner 2006381 sources
- 4runner 2007154 sources
- 4runner 200896 sources
- 4runner 200922 sources
- 4runner 2010147 sources
- 4runner 2011163 sources
- 4runner 201296 sources
- 4runner 201336 sources
- 4runner 201477 sources
- 4runner 201587 sources
- 4runner 2016227 sources
- 4runner 2017152 sources
- 4runner 2018165 sources
- 4runner 2019176 sources
- 4runner 2020175 sources
- 4runner 2021164 sources
- 4runner 2022132 sources
- 4runner 2023129 sources
- 4runner 2025105 sources
- 4runner 202640 sources
- 4runner 999913 sources
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Toyota 4runner?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: structure, electrical system, service brakes. Total complaints: 10. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: airbags did not deploy (10%), knocking, grinding or other noise (10%), seat belts (10%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2024 Toyota 4runner?
NHTSA lists 57 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2024 Toyota 4runner from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2024 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.