MYRModel Year Report

2006 Toyota 4RUNNER

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2006 Toyota 4RUNNER
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of 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
381
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Structure

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 8 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 9 complaints 1989: 6 complaints 1990: 79 complaints 1990 1991: 43 complaints 1992: 53 complaints 1993: 52 complaints 1994: 12 complaints 1995: 47 complaints 1996: 72 complaints 1996 1997: 139 complaints 1998: 130 complaints 1999: 220 complaints 2000: 379 complaints 2001: 154 complaints 2002: 192 complaints 2003: 527 complaints 2004: 612 complaints 2005: 410 complaints 2006: 381 complaints 2006 381 2007: 154 complaints 2008: 96 complaints 2009: 22 complaints 2010: 145 complaints 2011: 163 complaints 2012: 96 complaints 2013: 36 complaints 2014: 77 complaints 2014 2015: 86 complaints 2016: 79 complaints 2017: 36 complaints 2018: 58 complaints 2019: 65 complaints 2020: 32 complaints 2020 2021: 36 complaints 2022: 39 complaints 2023: 30 complaints 2024: 9 complaints 2025: 59 complaints 2026: 7 complaints 2026
1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 8 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1989: 6 complaints 1990: 79 complaints 1990 1991: 43 complaints 1992: 53 complaints 1993: 52 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1995: 47 complaints 1996: 72 complaints 1996 1997: 139 complaints 1998: 130 complaints 1999: 220 complaints 1999 2000: 379 complaints 2001: 154 complaints 2002: 192 complaints 2002 2003: 527 complaints 2004: 612 complaints 2005: 410 complaints 2006: 381 complaints 2006 381 2007: 154 complaints 2008: 96 complaints 2009: 22 complaints 2010: 145 complaints 2011: 163 complaints 2011 2012: 96 complaints 2013: 36 complaints 2014: 77 complaints 2014 2015: 86 complaints 2016: 79 complaints 2017: 36 complaints 2017 2018: 58 complaints 2019: 65 complaints 2020: 32 complaints 2020 2021: 36 complaints 2022: 39 complaints 2023: 30 complaints 2023 2024: 9 complaints 2025: 59 complaints 2026: 7 complaints 2026
1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 8 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 6 complaints 1990: 79 complaints 1990 1991: 43 complaints 1992: 53 complaints 1992 1993: 52 complaints 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 47 complaints 1996: 72 complaints 1996 1997: 139 complaints 1998: 130 complaints 1998 1999: 220 complaints 2000: 379 complaints 2000 2001: 154 complaints 2002: 192 complaints 2002 2003: 527 complaints 2004: 612 complaints 2004 2005: 410 complaints 2006: 381 complaints 2006 381 2007: 154 complaints 2008: 96 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2010: 145 complaints 2010 2011: 163 complaints 2012: 96 complaints 2012 2013: 36 complaints 2014: 77 complaints 2014 2015: 86 complaints 2016: 79 complaints 2016 2017: 36 complaints 2018: 58 complaints 2018 2019: 65 complaints 2020: 32 complaints 2020 2021: 36 complaints 2022: 39 complaints 2022 2023: 30 complaints 2024: 9 complaints 2024 2025: 59 complaints 2026: 7 complaints 2026

2006: 381 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19842
19852
19868
19875
19889
19896
199079
199143
199253
199352
199412
199547
199672
1997139
1998130
1999220
2000379
2001154
2002192
2003527
2004612
2005410
2006381
2007154
200896
200922
2010145
2011163
201296
201336
201477
201586
201679
201736
201858
201965
202032
202136
202239
202330
20249
202559
20267

Known problem areas

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

Structure

38% · 144 reports

Most commonly citing body and frame and members.

CRASHINJURY
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Frame rusted and gone. Terminal. Cause us to run off the road. In motion on highway.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-16

I recently purchased a new 2006 Toyota 4 runner. I have had nothing but motor transmission, electrical failures. I have only had my vehicle for 1 month and anything and every thing has gone wrong.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-04-07

Also filed under Interior lighting and parking brake

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that after a State Inspection, the vehicle was declared unsafe to drive on the State roadways due to severe corrosion. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-28

Suspension

17% · 65 reports

Most commonly citing u-bolt, leaf spring to axle and front.

CRASHINJURY
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While driving my 2006 4 Runner on the hwy. The frame collapsed by the rear wheel and I lost control as the rear end was "Wagging".

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-28

Service brakes

9% · 34 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY
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Driving in rain on freeway connector road , 25 MPH, required to use brakes due to another driver illegally swerving from slow lane of freeway adjacent to connector road, across two solid lines, in front of a car that hit their brakes, and was...

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-03

Power train

8% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing driveline and automatic transmission.

CRASHINJURY

Air bags

6% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and inflator module.

CRASHINJURY
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The contact owned a 2006 Toyota 4Runner.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-08

Previous complaint # 10505915 - date 4/11/13 on March 27TH, 2013 I had an accident on a parkway rear ended. My whole SUV front part damaged and the airbag did not deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-03

On March 27TH, 2013 I had an accident on a parkway rear ended. My whole SUV front part damaged and the airbag did not deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-11

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    2006Complaint volume 381 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2010-02-16Recall queryClosed 2011-03-01 Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration
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    2010-05-27Equipment10V036000 Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims."

    Remedy: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The safety recall began on May 27, 2010. Owners may contact…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2010-05-27Equipment10V035000 Gulf States Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims." These…

    Remedy: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. The safety…

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    2011-04-13Vehicle speed control11V113000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 Lexus LX570, 2003 through 2009 Toyota 4RUNNER, and 2006 through 2010 RAV4 vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open…

    Remedy: The remedy is now available. The safety recall began early April 2011. The remedy will involve modification or replacement of the accelerator pedal and replacement of any Toyota all-weather floor…

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    2016-07-14Seats16V396000 Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser,...

    Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

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    2016-12-01Air bags16V065000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side...

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371.

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    2018-08-17Defect petitionClosed 2022-03-18 Frame corrosion

Buy-smart checklist

2006 Toyota 4RUNNER — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 144 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 65 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 34 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V036000 · Equipment
  • Recall 10V035000 · Equipment
  • Recall 11V113000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 16V396000 · Seats
  • Recall 16V065000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2006 Toyota 4RUNNER reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Toyota 4RUNNER is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota 4RUNNER?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Toyota 4RUNNER have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.