2025 Toyota 4RUNNER
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 79 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 53 |
| 1993 | 52 |
| 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 | 381 |
| 2007 | 154 |
| 2008 | 96 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 145 |
| 2011 | 163 |
| 2012 | 96 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 77 |
| 2015 | 86 |
| 2016 | 79 |
| 2017 | 36 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 64 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 56 |
| 2026 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
41% of complaints: service brakes — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
On August 29, 2026, I was stopped at a red light with my foot on the brake when I noticed the vehicle moving forward even though I was pressing the brake pedal. I immediately entered a nearby parking lot at very low speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260830
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
14% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accesory power outlet/jack/port/usb/sae/cigarette lighter.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
I am a fire investigator for the Olathe (KS) Fire Department. On July 3, 2026 at 1255 hrs our crews were called to a vehicle fire for the above listed car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260730
The contact was a police officer calling on behalf of the owner of a 2025 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while the owner was attempting to park the vehicle in a parking spot, the vehicle began to independently accelerate up a hill.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260115
Also filed under AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that the message âHeadlights Onâ was erroneously displayed. The fuel gauge indicated 71 percent.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260721
Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
13% of complaints: structure — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and bumpers.
7% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown...
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge.
Campaign 25V595000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Toyota 4RUNNER — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V595000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Toyota 4RUNNER reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2025 Toyota 4RUNNER is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Toyota 4RUNNER?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota 4RUNNER have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.