MYRModel Year Report

1994 Toyota 4 Runner

▲ Better than typical
1994 Toyota 4 Runner
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:52:51.980Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Toyota 4 Runner Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1994 highlighted. 1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 125 complaints 1996: 89 complaints 1996 1997: 122 complaints 1998: 120 complaints 1998 1999: 110 complaints 2000: 104 complaints 2000 2001: 31 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2004: 66 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2005
1994: 52 complaints
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YearComplaints
199452
1995125
199689
1997122
1998120
1999110
2000104
200131
200232
2003168
200466
200515

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 23%

23% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 12 distinct reports on file.

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WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT FOR THE DRIVER TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030418

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 8%

8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 8%

8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6%

6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE PULLING OUT THE DRIVE WAY VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950111

WHEELS 4%

4% of complaints: wheels — 2 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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LEFT REAR WHEEL BROKE OFF THE VEHICLE AT 65 MPH. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL, AND VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER THREE TIMES.*AK THE LEFT REAR AXLE BROKE CAUSING ACCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050303

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1994 Toyota 4 Runner — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2001 ▲ 2002 ▲ 2004

WORST YEARS

◆ 2003 ◆ 1995 ◆ 1997

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Toyota 4 Runner reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Toyota 4 Runner is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Toyota 4 Runner?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Toyota 4 Runner have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.