MYRModel Year Report

2005 Toyota 4 Runner

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2005 Toyota 4 Runner
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:03.682Z

Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
15

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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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 2000 2001: 31 complaints 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2004: 66 complaints 2005: 15 complaints 2005 15
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 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2003 2004: 66 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2005 15
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 2002: 32 complaints 2002 2003: 168 complaints 2003 2004: 66 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2005 15

2005: 15 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

4 of 15 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and engine.

Seats

3 of 15 total reports mention: seats.

Show complaint excerpts

New 2005 Toyota 4RUNNER 4X4 started to show seat rattles after 500 miles. Talked to dealer and two service departments, Toyota dealerships has deemed the seat rattle an "Inherent Toyota" Problem. No service can be done until Toyota issues tsbs.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-06

Suspension

2 of 15 total reports mention: suspension.

Visibility

2 of 15 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly and glass, side/rear.

Steering

2 of 15 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

Show complaint excerpts

Steering vibration at highway speeds - 2 dealerships unable to balance wheels - possible tire/wheel defect.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-05

Also filed under Wheels

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 Toyota 4 Runner — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2005 Toyota 4 Runner reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Toyota 4 Runner?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 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.