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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.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
113,571 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

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2006 Toyota 4Runner body / paint problems

body / paint problem

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2006 Toyota 4Runner Owner Comments

problem #7

Dec 272023

4Runner

  • 140,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the subframe needed to be replaced due to extensive corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #6

Aug 022021

4Runner

  • miles
I own a 2006 Toyota 4Runner Sport and have major rust issue with the frame of vehicle. Toyota is aware of this issue and I believe it is a safety hazard. No way should it rust like it has.

- Madison, WI, USA

problem #5

Nov 012020

4Runner

  • 134,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-35 MPH, the control arm detached. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the control arm was replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided. Additionally, the contact stated that while a routine inspection was being performed on the vehicle, she was informed that the frame was corroded, and the vehicle was not drivable. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

- Farmington, NH, USA

problem #4

Jul 012019

4Runner

  • 178,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4runner. While the vehicle was being inspected at an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that there was a hole in the frame. The contact also took the vehicle to two other independent mechanics to get referrals and other opinions on the extent of the damage to the frame. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. No further assistance was offered. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 178,000.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #3

Jun 252018

4Runner

  • 133,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4runner. While driving 75 mph, the rear of the vehicle started to wobble. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the frame brackets on the rear axle were rusted and loose, causing the rear of the vehicle to wobble. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing and repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 133,000.

- Zanesfield, OH, USA

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problem #2

Apr 092018

4Runner

  • 90,000 miles
Frame rusted and gone. Terminal. Cause us to run off the road. In motion on highway.

- Wise, VA, USA

problem #1

May 072009

4Runner

  • 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4runner. While driving at an unknown speed, the brakes failed. The vehicle was repaired by a mechanic. When the vehicle was retrieved, the contact noticed that the frame was rusting and deteriorated enough to cause a crack in the brake line. The current and failure mileages were 120,000.

- Colchester, VT, USA

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