1995 Toyota 4 Runner

◆ Worse than typical
1995 Toyota 4 Runner
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:30.282Z

This year had 30% to 100% more 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.

Complaints
125
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

66% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 52 complaints 1995: 125 complaints 1995 125 1996: 89 complaints 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
1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 125 complaints 1995 125 1996: 89 complaints 1996 1997: 122 complaints 1997 1998: 120 complaints 1998 1999: 110 complaints 1999 2000: 104 complaints 2000 2001: 31 complaints 2001 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2003 2004: 66 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2005
1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 125 complaints 1995 125 1996: 89 complaints 1996 1997: 122 complaints 1997 1998: 120 complaints 1998 1999: 110 complaints 1999 2000: 104 complaints 2000 2001: 31 complaints 2001 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2003 2004: 66 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2005

1995: 125 complaints

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YearComplaints
199452
1995125
199689
1997122
1998120
1999110
2000104
200131
200232
2003168
200466
200515

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

66% · 82 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Power train

10% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

CRASHINJURY
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Driving at 30MPH the rear axle broke on the driver's side, causing the driver to lose complete control of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-29

Tires

8% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.

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Service brakes

5% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

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Electrical system

5% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and module.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1995Complaint volume 125 complaints filed for this model year.

Buy-smart checklist

1995 Toyota 4 Runner — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Engine and engine cooling: 82 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 10 reports on file for this year.

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FAQ

Is the 1995 Toyota 4 Runner reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Toyota 4 Runner is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Toyota 4 Runner?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Toyota 4 Runner have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.