2015 Toyota 4RUNNER
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 78 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 53 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 47 |
| 1996 | 72 |
| 1997 | 139 |
| 1998 | 130 |
| 1999 | 220 |
| 2000 | 379 |
| 2001 | 154 |
| 2002 | 192 |
| 2003 | 527 |
| 2004 | 612 |
| 2005 | 409 |
| 2006 | 380 |
| 2007 | 154 |
| 2008 | 96 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 145 |
| 2011 | 163 |
| 2012 | 96 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 76 |
| 2015 | 86 |
| 2016 | 77 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 57 |
| 2019 | 64 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 48 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
20% of complaints: air bags — 17 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was just in my second front end collision and for the second time, my front airbags did not deploy. The first instance, I hit a deer head on going 75 mph on the interstate.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240415
NOT SURE. WIFE WAS DRIVING 2015 4RUNNER INTO PARKING LOT AT LOW SPEED AND IT JUMPED A TREE. NOT AT ALL SAYING IT IS A TOYOTA ISSUE - JUST TO BE ON SAFE SIDE REPORTING. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180207
VEHICLE IS BRAND NEW WITH 600 MILES ON IT. WIFE DRIVING AT SPEED OF 40 MPH, MAJOR SIDE IMPACT DAMAGE WITH OVER $9000 DAMAGE AND SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.. WONDERING WHY??
NHTSA ODI report, 20151013
15% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: suspension — 10 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
NOT SURE. WIFE WAS DRIVING 2015 4RUNNER INTO PARKING LOT AT LOW SPEED AND IT JUMPED A TREE. NOT AT ALL SAYING IT IS A TOYOTA ISSUE - JUST TO BE ON SAFE SIDE REPORTING. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180207
MY FIANCE WAS DRIVING OUR DAUGHTER TO PRESCHOOL. SHE WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE TO HER RIGHT. SHE STOPPED FOR SOME PEDESTRIANS RIGHT BEFORE PULLING IN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150219
9% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.
INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.
Campaign 14V828000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured March 29, 2010, to July 30, 2015.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began on September 22, 2015.
Campaign 15V515000 — check if this car was fixed
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured September 22, 2014, to March 23, 2016 and equipped with accessories installed by Gulf States.
Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will install an accurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 1, 2016. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Gulf States' number for this recall is 16R2.
Campaign 16V228000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured September 3, 2009, to December 1, 2014.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2016.
Campaign 16V577000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.
Campaign 17V425000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Toyota 4Runner vehicles equipped with an accessory Billet Grille Overlay installed by SET or provided by SET and installed by SET dealers.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the securing U-nuts with upgraded hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 26, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Campaign 17V763000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019.
Campaign 19V005000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F,...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator.
Campaign 19V741000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.
Campaign 20V012000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 Toyota 4RUNNER — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V828000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V515000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V228000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V577000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V425000 (equipment, structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V763000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V005000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V741000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V012000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Toyota 4RUNNER reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Toyota 4RUNNER is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Toyota 4RUNNER?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota 4RUNNER have?
9 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.