MYRModel Year Report

2001 Toyota 4 Runner

▲ Better than typical
2001 Toyota 4 Runner
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:41:18.590Z

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
31
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

26% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

2001: 31 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

26% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and catalytic convertor.

INJURY
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Consumer states attempted to back out of garage. When consumer shifted vehicle into reverse, it suddenly accelerated causing a collision. Consumer advised attempted to depress brakes, but they did not function.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-26

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Tires

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

CRASH
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Pe 020; while traveling on highway, heard a noise. Rear right tire tread separated. Firestone, wilderness, at P225/75R15 (No mention of DOT #).

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-09

Power train

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

Service brakes

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Electrical system

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing ignition.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2001 Toyota 4 Runner — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2001 Toyota 4 Runner reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Toyota 4 Runner is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota 4 Runner?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 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.