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CarComplaints.com Notes: Although it has a stellar record in terms of vehicle problems, initially the 4th generation (2003 - 2009) 4Runner didn't earn our top "Seal of Awesome" rating because it received poor crash test ratings for rear impacts. However it's proven to have one of the lowest driver death rates out of all vehicles (not just SUVs), so we've bumped it back up to our top award.
6.0
fairly significant- Typical Repair Cost:
- $60
- Average Mileage:
- 174,000 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- replaced steering shaft (1 reports)
steering problem
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Within the matter of a week, steering went from smooth (normal) to fighting the steering wheel just to make a turn. Steering fluid is normal levels. No signs of leaks anywhere.
Update from Jul 23, 2019: Problem was a rusted lower steering shaft. I’d post a picture but I can’t. Part was inexpensive from 1aauto. $59.95. https://cdn.1aauto.com/partimage/STC/1ASTC00197/a34d0c970bf44399850d8ae6643844de_490.jpg
- Reel N., Madison, WI, US