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Active Recalls (5)

16V396000 Jun 2, 2016 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

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...

16V065000 Feb 5, 2016 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

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...

11V113000 Feb 24, 2011 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

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 POSIT...

10V035000 Feb 3, 2010 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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 VE...

10V036000 Feb 3, 2010 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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." ...

Complaints

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Dec 9, 2025 Visibility/wiper

MYself and my fiancee were driving to our family's home, the rear defrost was on due to foggy windows as we were driving down the road there was a loud noise from the back half of the 4 runner. I had turned and looked back behind me and the rear hatch window was completely shattered. Its still intac...

Dec 9, 2025 Visibility/wiper

MYself and my fiancee were driving to our family's home, the rear defrost was on due to foggy windows as we were driving down the road there was a loud noise from the back half of the 4 runner. I had turned and looked back behind me and the rear hatch window was completely shattered. Its still intac...

Sep 11, 2025 Structure

The frame under the car rusted so much that the gas tank literally fell through the frame to the ground. This put my son at risk and fortunately he was able to pull over in a residential area and exit the vehicle. A mechanic and welding company both assessed the vehicle and acknowledged the u unu...

Sep 11, 2025 Structure

The frame under the car rusted so much that the gas tank literally fell through the frame to the ground. This put my son at risk and fortunately he was able to pull over in a residential area and exit the vehicle. A mechanic and welding company both assessed the vehicle and acknowledged the u unu...

Sep 7, 2025 Unknown Or Other

Excessive frame corrosion

Sep 7, 2025 Unknown Or Other

Excessive frame corrosion

Jul 17, 2025 Structure

Dangerous and rusted through frame. The vehicles frame should have been recalled like the other Toyotas affected.

Jul 17, 2025 Structure

Dangerous and rusted through frame. The vehicles frame should have been recalled like the other Toyotas affected.

Feb 9, 2025 Unknown Or Other

We took the vehicle in for inspection and it failed due to the exhaust leaks, and more importantly the frame rusting out. We never received the recall notice for this issue. We have owned this vehicle for many years, so there is no reason we would not have been notified for the recall of the frame...

Feb 9, 2025 Structure

We took the vehicle in for inspection and it failed due to the exhaust leaks, and more importantly the frame rusting out. We never received the recall notice for this issue. We have owned this vehicle for many years, so there is no reason we would not have been notified for the recall of the frame...

Feb 9, 2025 Unknown Or Other

We took the vehicle in for inspection and it failed due to the exhaust leaks, and more importantly the frame rusting out. We never received the recall notice for this issue. We have owned this vehicle for many years, so there is no reason we would not have been notified for the recall of the frame...

Feb 9, 2025 Structure

We took the vehicle in for inspection and it failed due to the exhaust leaks, and more importantly the frame rusting out. We never received the recall notice for this issue. We have owned this vehicle for many years, so there is no reason we would not have been notified for the recall of the frame...

Dec 12, 2024 Suspension

My 4runner have major frame rust issues and is a major safety hazard. This a known issue to Toyota and a recall needs to be made.

Dec 12, 2024 Structure

My 4runner have major frame rust issues and is a major safety hazard. This a known issue to Toyota and a recall needs to be made.

Dec 12, 2024 Suspension

My 4runner have major frame rust issues and is a major safety hazard. This a known issue to Toyota and a recall needs to be made.

Dec 12, 2024 Structure

My 4runner have major frame rust issues and is a major safety hazard. This a known issue to Toyota and a recall needs to be made.

Nov 8, 2024 Air Bags Crash

The contact owned a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that her son was driving at an unknown speed when another vehicle pulled in front of them to change lanes without warning causing her son to t-bone the vehicle and sending the other driver's vehicle to spin crashing into other vehicles near...

Nov 8, 2024 Air Bags Crash

The contact owned a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that her son was driving at an unknown speed when another vehicle pulled in front of them to change lanes without warning causing her son to t-bone the vehicle and sending the other driver's vehicle to spin crashing into other vehicles near...

May 8, 2024 Suspension

UNKNOWN, found excessive rust on undercarriage

May 8, 2024 Unknown Or Other

UNKNOWN, found excessive rust on undercarriage

May 8, 2024 Wheels

UNKNOWN, found excessive rust on undercarriage

May 8, 2024 Suspension

UNKNOWN, found excessive rust on undercarriage

May 8, 2024 Unknown Or Other

UNKNOWN, found excessive rust on undercarriage

May 8, 2024 Wheels

UNKNOWN, found excessive rust on undercarriage

Jan 9, 2024 Visibility/wiper

The rear window on my 2006 4Runner suddenly shattered. I had just cleared the car of snow, put my son in the car and left the house. Less than 1/10th of a mile down the road it exploded. Glass could have gone all over the child in the backseat. There have been past issues. Toyota offered an extend...

Jan 9, 2024 Visibility/wiper

The rear window on my 2006 4Runner suddenly shattered. I had just cleared the car of snow, put my son in the car and left the house. Less than 1/10th of a mile down the road it exploded. Glass could have gone all over the child in the backseat. There have been past issues. Toyota offered an extend...

Dec 28, 2023 Structure 140,000 mi

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 dia...

Dec 28, 2023 Structure 140,000 mi

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 dia...

Nov 6, 2023 Trailer Hitches

While towing a 16' utility trailer using the 2" ball on a Switch Ball #42178, the ball separated from the shank. I was driving my 2007 Toyota 4Runner traveling on the highway at about 60mph at the time. Fortunately the safety chains did their job and prevented the trailer from completely disconnecti...

Nov 6, 2023 Trailer Hitches

While towing a 16' utility trailer using the 2" ball on a Switch Ball #42178, the ball separated from the shank. I was driving my 2007 Toyota 4Runner traveling on the highway at about 60mph at the time. Fortunately the safety chains did their job and prevented the trailer from completely disconnecti...

Jun 27, 2023 Structure

My control arm ripped completely off my fram on the passenger side due to excessive rust putting me and my family and any one else on the road at risk of something catastrophic.

Jun 27, 2023 Suspension

My control arm ripped completely off my fram on the passenger side due to excessive rust putting me and my family and any one else on the road at risk of something catastrophic.

Jun 27, 2023 Structure

My control arm ripped completely off my fram on the passenger side due to excessive rust putting me and my family and any one else on the road at risk of something catastrophic.

Jun 27, 2023 Suspension

My control arm ripped completely off my fram on the passenger side due to excessive rust putting me and my family and any one else on the road at risk of something catastrophic.

Mar 12, 2023 Service Brakes

Corrosion of pistons in front brake calipers results in an increase in braking stopping distance. Everytime the front brake pads are replaced the same issue is encountered, defect has taken place three times. In the four piston brake caliper the inside pistons on both the left and right caliper a...

Mar 12, 2023 Service Brakes

Corrosion of pistons in front brake calipers results in an increase in braking stopping distance. Everytime the front brake pads are replaced the same issue is encountered, defect has taken place three times. In the four piston brake caliper the inside pistons on both the left and right caliper a...

Mar 6, 2023 Exterior Lighting

The vehicle headlights have failed on multiple occasions. The cause of the failures was ingress of water into the sealed headlamp assembly. The problem was reported to Toyota. Toyota took no action regarding the reports. The entire headlight assembly was replaced three (3) times at our expense. ...

Mar 6, 2023 Exterior Lighting

The vehicle headlights have failed on multiple occasions. The cause of the failures was ingress of water into the sealed headlamp assembly. The problem was reported to Toyota. Toyota took no action regarding the reports. The entire headlight assembly was replaced three (3) times at our expense. ...

Mar 5, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The frame is corroded and rusted to the point that it’s not safe to drive. This was discovered by our service technician when we had the vehicle inspected for a rattling noise in the rear. I reached out to Toyota and was told that no problems are available regarding this issue. I have maintained m...

Mar 5, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The frame is corroded and rusted to the point that it’s not safe to drive. This was discovered by our service technician when we had the vehicle inspected for a rattling noise in the rear. I reached out to Toyota and was told that no problems are available regarding this issue. I have maintained m...

Jan 7, 2023 Unknown Or Other

My 2006 4Runner Toyota frame is rusted and falling into pieces. From the rear especially and underneath. I’m scared if someone rear ends me that the impact could be life threatening due to the frame falling to pieces as I drive and the vehicle sits.

Jan 7, 2023 Unknown Or Other

My 2006 4Runner Toyota frame is rusted and falling into pieces. From the rear especially and underneath. I’m scared if someone rear ends me that the impact could be life threatening due to the frame falling to pieces as I drive and the vehicle sits.

Nov 29, 2022 Suspension

My car is a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. This past summer I had a tire leaking and took it to the garage for repair. The mechanic stated that the frame is rusting out in the front right, tire rod area, and saw a pinhole. Last week I took the vehicle to get a transmission oil change. That mechanic saw that...

Nov 29, 2022 Suspension

My car is a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. This past summer I had a tire leaking and took it to the garage for repair. The mechanic stated that the frame is rusting out in the front right, tire rod area, and saw a pinhole. Last week I took the vehicle to get a transmission oil change. That mechanic saw that...

Nov 28, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My 17 year old son was parked and when he turned off the defrost the rear hatchback glass shattered. This scared him a lot as we do not know what happened and thankfully he was parked not driving. This is a safety and potentially dangerous issue. We purchased this used vehicle and had Toyota thor...

Nov 28, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My 17 year old son was parked and when he turned off the defrost the rear hatchback glass shattered. This scared him a lot as we do not know what happened and thankfully he was parked not driving. This is a safety and potentially dangerous issue. We purchased this used vehicle and had Toyota thor...

Nov 17, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The frame of the vehicle was corroding as if it was not sealed effectively. The frame rotted to point where vehicle began swaying on road and during mechanic check the frame bent when vehicle placed on a lift. I am original owner of vehicle and took the vehicle to local Toyota dealership for ALL sc...

Nov 17, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The frame of the vehicle was corroding as if it was not sealed effectively. The frame rotted to point where vehicle began swaying on road and during mechanic check the frame bent when vehicle placed on a lift. I am original owner of vehicle and took the vehicle to local Toyota dealership for ALL sc...

Sep 19, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Under carriage and frame rust due to bad frames that caused a recall on other Toyota models that were settled, but not the 4 Runner.

Sep 19, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Under carriage and frame rust due to bad frames that caused a recall on other Toyota models that were settled, but not the 4 Runner.

Sep 7, 2022 Suspension

I have a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. I also have a 2005 GMC Sierra, but this 4Runner's frame is absolutely toast, while the GMC is completely fine. Toyota issued recalls on the tacoma, tundra, and the sequoia, so why not the 4Runner? My car started swaying and violently shaking on the highway. I pulled ove...

Sep 7, 2022 Unknown Or Other

I have a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. I also have a 2005 GMC Sierra, but this 4Runner's frame is absolutely toast, while the GMC is completely fine. Toyota issued recalls on the tacoma, tundra, and the sequoia, so why not the 4Runner? My car started swaying and violently shaking on the highway. I pulled ove...

Sep 7, 2022 Suspension

I have a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. I also have a 2005 GMC Sierra, but this 4Runner's frame is absolutely toast, while the GMC is completely fine. Toyota issued recalls on the tacoma, tundra, and the sequoia, so why not the 4Runner? My car started swaying and violently shaking on the highway. I pulled ove...

Sep 7, 2022 Unknown Or Other

I have a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. I also have a 2005 GMC Sierra, but this 4Runner's frame is absolutely toast, while the GMC is completely fine. Toyota issued recalls on the tacoma, tundra, and the sequoia, so why not the 4Runner? My car started swaying and violently shaking on the highway. I pulled ove...

Jun 28, 2022 Structure

My 4runner was purchased from a dealership and serviced there for rust related problems several times but was never told I had a serious rust problem. The problem is the frame has prematurely rusted and now the car is unsafe to drive due to the control arm rusting off the frame

Jun 28, 2022 Steering

My 4runner was purchased from a dealership and serviced there for rust related problems several times but was never told I had a serious rust problem. The problem is the frame has prematurely rusted and now the car is unsafe to drive due to the control arm rusting off the frame

Jun 28, 2022 Structure

My 4runner was purchased from a dealership and serviced there for rust related problems several times but was never told I had a serious rust problem. The problem is the frame has prematurely rusted and now the car is unsafe to drive due to the control arm rusting off the frame

Jun 28, 2022 Steering

My 4runner was purchased from a dealership and serviced there for rust related problems several times but was never told I had a serious rust problem. The problem is the frame has prematurely rusted and now the car is unsafe to drive due to the control arm rusting off the frame

Apr 27, 2022 Suspension

Vehicle failed inspection due to rust on the frame. Bought vehicle because it is supposedly ruggedly built and for the frame to rust out when the vehicle has 103k miles and not driven off-road for more than a few times since we owned it is ridiculous. Dealer quoted $11k for the frame alone, not in...

Apr 27, 2022 Structure

Vehicle failed inspection due to rust on the frame. Bought vehicle because it is supposedly ruggedly built and for the frame to rust out when the vehicle has 103k miles and not driven off-road for more than a few times since we owned it is ridiculous. Dealer quoted $11k for the frame alone, not in...

Apr 27, 2022 Suspension

Vehicle failed inspection due to rust on the frame. Bought vehicle because it is supposedly ruggedly built and for the frame to rust out when the vehicle has 103k miles and not driven off-road for more than a few times since we owned it is ridiculous. Dealer quoted $11k for the frame alone, not in...

Apr 27, 2022 Structure

Vehicle failed inspection due to rust on the frame. Bought vehicle because it is supposedly ruggedly built and for the frame to rust out when the vehicle has 103k miles and not driven off-road for more than a few times since we owned it is ridiculous. Dealer quoted $11k for the frame alone, not in...

Mar 26, 2022 Suspension

Since an inspection Oct 2021 the rust/corrosive on the frame has become. Dangerously close to rotting thru the entire frame! It’s not driven in the winter months when snow or ice melt (salt) is on the roads to prevent situations like this. With only 75,000 miles always garage kept and maintained ...

Mar 26, 2022 Lane Departure

Since an inspection Oct 2021 the rust/corrosive on the frame has become. Dangerously close to rotting thru the entire frame! It’s not driven in the winter months when snow or ice melt (salt) is on the roads to prevent situations like this. With only 75,000 miles always garage kept and maintained ...

Mar 26, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

Since an inspection Oct 2021 the rust/corrosive on the frame has become. Dangerously close to rotting thru the entire frame! It’s not driven in the winter months when snow or ice melt (salt) is on the roads to prevent situations like this. With only 75,000 miles always garage kept and maintained ...

Mar 26, 2022 Suspension

Since an inspection Oct 2021 the rust/corrosive on the frame has become. Dangerously close to rotting thru the entire frame! It’s not driven in the winter months when snow or ice melt (salt) is on the roads to prevent situations like this. With only 75,000 miles always garage kept and maintained ...

Mar 26, 2022 Lane Departure

Since an inspection Oct 2021 the rust/corrosive on the frame has become. Dangerously close to rotting thru the entire frame! It’s not driven in the winter months when snow or ice melt (salt) is on the roads to prevent situations like this. With only 75,000 miles always garage kept and maintained ...

Mar 26, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

Since an inspection Oct 2021 the rust/corrosive on the frame has become. Dangerously close to rotting thru the entire frame! It’s not driven in the winter months when snow or ice melt (salt) is on the roads to prevent situations like this. With only 75,000 miles always garage kept and maintained ...

Feb 25, 2022 Visibility/wiper

The rear window shattered spontaneously while the rear defroster was on. There was no impact to the window and no prior chips/scratches. The tint held the shattered window together, but without the tint glass would have gone flying inside and outside the vehicle, putting passengers and cars travelin...

Feb 25, 2022 Visibility/wiper

The rear window shattered spontaneously while the rear defroster was on. There was no impact to the window and no prior chips/scratches. The tint held the shattered window together, but without the tint glass would have gone flying inside and outside the vehicle, putting passengers and cars travelin...

Feb 23, 2022 Structure

I took my car in for routine maintenance and they pointed out rust on the frame and suggested it was more than it should have and could cause a safety hazard.

Feb 23, 2022 Unknown Or Other

It’s the frame! It’s completely rotting away the corrosion is unreal it has just over 75000 miles very clean no rust any wear else but underneath is completely gone makes it so unsafe that if not fixed the vehicle will split in half and kill somebody!!!!!!!

Feb 23, 2022 Structure

I took my car in for routine maintenance and they pointed out rust on the frame and suggested it was more than it should have and could cause a safety hazard.

Feb 23, 2022 Unknown Or Other

It’s the frame! It’s completely rotting away the corrosion is unreal it has just over 75000 miles very clean no rust any wear else but underneath is completely gone makes it so unsafe that if not fixed the vehicle will split in half and kill somebody!!!!!!!

Feb 20, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The frame is only the bottom 1/2 is Swiss cheese as they say from rust, the top 1/2 is sold. As the steel used was defective to rot out on 1/2 all the way around but not the other 1/2. Only the bottom 1/2 is rotten off

Feb 20, 2022 Unknown Or Other

The frame is only the bottom 1/2 is Swiss cheese as they say from rust, the top 1/2 is sold. As the steel used was defective to rot out on 1/2 all the way around but not the other 1/2. Only the bottom 1/2 is rotten off

Jan 25, 2022 Structure

Rusted frame and under carriage is rusting other parts of the vehicle, very dangerous!

Jan 25, 2022 Structure

Rusted frame and under carriage is rusting other parts of the vehicle, very dangerous!

Jan 5, 2022 Visibility/wiper

The rear window shattered and is not available for inspection because it's in a million pieces. There is now broken glass all inside the vehicle and on the ground. The car was inspected at the dealership, but not insurance. There was no warning leading up to the incident. The defroster for the rear ...

Jan 5, 2022 Visibility/wiper

The rear window shattered and is not available for inspection because it's in a million pieces. There is now broken glass all inside the vehicle and on the ground. The car was inspected at the dealership, but not insurance. There was no warning leading up to the incident. The defroster for the rear ...

Jan 2, 2022 Unknown Or Other

I have frame rust issues on my 2006 Toyota 4Runner. I first heard about the rust issue in 2018, I contacted Toyota and they send me to Huntington Toyota in New York to get it check. They said it's fine. A couple of weeks ago the frame cracked from rust. I've contact Toyota again and they denied the ...

Jan 2, 2022 Unknown Or Other

I have frame rust issues on my 2006 Toyota 4Runner. I first heard about the rust issue in 2018, I contacted Toyota and they send me to Huntington Toyota in New York to get it check. They said it's fine. A couple of weeks ago the frame cracked from rust. I've contact Toyota again and they denied the ...

Dec 28, 2021 Unknown Or Other

This morning my 4Runner rear window exploded inward all over my car while I was idling in a parking lot just after having driven on the highway. I had the defrost on. I lept out of car terrified covering my head thinking I was under attack. Nobody was near me and no projectile was found inside car....

Dec 28, 2021 Unknown Or Other

This morning my 4Runner rear window exploded inward all over my car while I was idling in a parking lot just after having driven on the highway. I had the defrost on. I lept out of car terrified covering my head thinking I was under attack. Nobody was near me and no projectile was found inside car....

Dec 16, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The component that failed is the frame of the car. The frame is disintegrated in some places, rusted through in others, and in general rusted all over. I went for an oil change and discovered that the pan holding the gas tank had rusted through and the gas tank was about to fall out of the car. I ...

Dec 16, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The component that failed is the frame of the car. The frame is disintegrated in some places, rusted through in others, and in general rusted all over. I went for an oil change and discovered that the pan holding the gas tank had rusted through and the gas tank was about to fall out of the car. I ...

Dec 15, 2021 Structure

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.

Dec 15, 2021 Structure

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.

Dec 15, 2021 Structure

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.

Dec 15, 2021 Structure

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.

Dec 8, 2021 Suspension Crash

The Frame and Suspension Components of the vehicle have corroded or rusted badly and prematurely even though the rest of the vehicle is in excellent condition. This is a known and common occurrence with the 4th Generation Toyota 4Runner Vehicles such as this 2006 model. - Currently the upper Rear Di...

Dec 8, 2021 Steering Crash

The Frame and Suspension Components of the vehicle have corroded or rusted badly and prematurely even though the rest of the vehicle is in excellent condition. This is a known and common occurrence with the 4th Generation Toyota 4Runner Vehicles such as this 2006 model. - Currently the upper Rear Di...

Dec 8, 2021 Suspension Crash

The Frame and Suspension Components of the vehicle have corroded or rusted badly and prematurely even though the rest of the vehicle is in excellent condition. This is a known and common occurrence with the 4th Generation Toyota 4Runner Vehicles such as this 2006 model. - Currently the upper Rear Di...

Dec 8, 2021 Steering Crash

The Frame and Suspension Components of the vehicle have corroded or rusted badly and prematurely even though the rest of the vehicle is in excellent condition. This is a known and common occurrence with the 4th Generation Toyota 4Runner Vehicles such as this 2006 model. - Currently the upper Rear Di...

Dec 3, 2021 Unknown Or Other

FRAME HAS HOLES AT 150000 MILES. My car has 150,000 miles on it. We are the second owner, although we've had it for over 10 years. The frame has holes in it. It is dangerous to drive in its current condition. There's no way I could sell it and feel good consciously to give this car to someone else....

Dec 3, 2021 Unknown Or Other

FRAME HAS HOLES AT 150000 MILES. My car has 150,000 miles on it. We are the second owner, although we've had it for over 10 years. The frame has holes in it. It is dangerous to drive in its current condition. There's no way I could sell it and feel good consciously to give this car to someone else....

Nov 24, 2021 Suspension

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, I'VE FOUND A LARGE AMOUNT OF RUST THROUGH OUT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. I FEEL THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. TOYOTA HAS FRAME REPLACEMENT RECALLS TO THE TUNDRAS, AND SEQUIAS BUT NOT THE 4RUNNER. I FEEL THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE OF. I ALSO FEEL THAT SOMETHIN...

Nov 24, 2021 Service Brakes

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, I'VE FOUND A LARGE AMOUNT OF RUST THROUGH OUT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. I FEEL THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. TOYOTA HAS FRAME REPLACEMENT RECALLS TO THE TUNDRAS, AND SEQUIAS BUT NOT THE 4RUNNER. I FEEL THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE OF. I ALSO FEEL THAT SOMETHIN...

Nov 24, 2021 Steering

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, I'VE FOUND A LARGE AMOUNT OF RUST THROUGH OUT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. I FEEL THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. TOYOTA HAS FRAME REPLACEMENT RECALLS TO THE TUNDRAS, AND SEQUIAS BUT NOT THE 4RUNNER. I FEEL THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE OF. I ALSO FEEL THAT SOMETHIN...

Nov 24, 2021 Suspension

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, I'VE FOUND A LARGE AMOUNT OF RUST THROUGH OUT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. I FEEL THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. TOYOTA HAS FRAME REPLACEMENT RECALLS TO THE TUNDRAS, AND SEQUIAS BUT NOT THE 4RUNNER. I FEEL THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE OF. I ALSO FEEL THAT SOMETHIN...

Nov 24, 2021 Service Brakes

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, I'VE FOUND A LARGE AMOUNT OF RUST THROUGH OUT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. I FEEL THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. TOYOTA HAS FRAME REPLACEMENT RECALLS TO THE TUNDRAS, AND SEQUIAS BUT NOT THE 4RUNNER. I FEEL THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE OF. I ALSO FEEL THAT SOMETHIN...

Nov 24, 2021 Steering

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, I'VE FOUND A LARGE AMOUNT OF RUST THROUGH OUT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. I FEEL THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. TOYOTA HAS FRAME REPLACEMENT RECALLS TO THE TUNDRAS, AND SEQUIAS BUT NOT THE 4RUNNER. I FEEL THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE OF. I ALSO FEEL THAT SOMETHIN...

Oct 27, 2021 Suspension 134,000 mi

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 c...

Oct 27, 2021 Structure 134,000 mi

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 c...

Oct 27, 2021 Structure

machanic noticed rust when took in for service frame is thru and thru with rust damage especially at rear torsion bars NOT safe to drive

Oct 27, 2021 Suspension

machanic noticed rust when took in for service frame is thru and thru with rust damage especially at rear torsion bars NOT safe to drive

Oct 27, 2021 Suspension 134,000 mi

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 c...

Oct 27, 2021 Structure 134,000 mi

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 c...

Oct 27, 2021 Structure

machanic noticed rust when took in for service frame is thru and thru with rust damage especially at rear torsion bars NOT safe to drive

Oct 27, 2021 Suspension

machanic noticed rust when took in for service frame is thru and thru with rust damage especially at rear torsion bars NOT safe to drive

Oct 25, 2021 Visibility/wiper

Rear window breakage: A few minutes after turning on the rear window defogger while parked, a smell of hot electronics was noticed. Thinking the smell was coming from the vent/engine compartment, I turned the vehicle off and inspected under the engine hood for the source. No damage or smell was dete...

Oct 25, 2021 Visibility/wiper

Rear window breakage: A few minutes after turning on the rear window defogger while parked, a smell of hot electronics was noticed. Thinking the smell was coming from the vent/engine compartment, I turned the vehicle off and inspected under the engine hood for the source. No damage or smell was dete...

Oct 15, 2021 Structure 110,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that the undercarriage frame was rusted. The contact was made aware of the failure after replacing the exhaust pipe himself and taking the vehicle to the dealer to have the sway bar removed and replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The man...

Oct 15, 2021 Structure 110,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that the undercarriage frame was rusted. The contact was made aware of the failure after replacing the exhaust pipe himself and taking the vehicle to the dealer to have the sway bar removed and replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The man...

Oct 13, 2021 Structure

I purchased my 2006 4Runner brand new and am the original owner. The vehicle has never been in an accident and has been very well maintained and both the body and drivetrain is in great condition. I just learned that my entire frame is rusted and rotted out. I have been told the vehicle is unsafe to...

Oct 13, 2021 Structure

I purchased my 2006 4Runner brand new and am the original owner. The vehicle has never been in an accident and has been very well maintained and both the body and drivetrain is in great condition. I just learned that my entire frame is rusted and rotted out. I have been told the vehicle is unsafe to...

Sep 20, 2021 Structure

Frame under the vehicle has severe premature rusting including large holes that make the vehicle dangerous to drive. Vehicle has been inspected, and this is the info that was given to me. Vehicle model/year has seen this issue countless times from other owners, and Toyota has not paid to repair thi...

Sep 20, 2021 Unknown Or Other

My 2006 4 Runner frame is rusting from the inside out. I first noticed this in 2009. I saw many rust spots in my driveway coming from the frame on a fairly new truck. At my next service I brought it up to the dealer Boch Toyota in Ma. They brushed it off as just normal rust from water dripping thro...

Sep 20, 2021 Structure

Frame under the vehicle has severe premature rusting including large holes that make the vehicle dangerous to drive. Vehicle has been inspected, and this is the info that was given to me. Vehicle model/year has seen this issue countless times from other owners, and Toyota has not paid to repair thi...

Sep 20, 2021 Unknown Or Other

My 2006 4 Runner frame is rusting from the inside out. I first noticed this in 2009. I saw many rust spots in my driveway coming from the frame on a fairly new truck. At my next service I brought it up to the dealer Boch Toyota in Ma. They brushed it off as just normal rust from water dripping thro...

Sep 12, 2021 Air Bags

Clock spring is bad in steering wheel for airbags

Sep 12, 2021 Air Bags

Clock spring is bad in steering wheel for airbags

Aug 20, 2021 Structure 121,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while in for maintenance it was discovered that the subframe had experienced extensive rusting and corrosion. The cause of the failure was not determined, and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not noti...

Aug 20, 2021 Structure 121,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while in for maintenance it was discovered that the subframe had experienced extensive rusting and corrosion. The cause of the failure was not determined, and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not noti...

Aug 10, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Got my 2006 4 Runner inspected and it failed due to the frame being rusted with holes in it. The gas tank skid plate is also completely rotted. The vehicle is unsafe to drive. If you were to hit a bad pot hole the frame could collapse and cause an accident.

Aug 10, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Got my 2006 4 Runner inspected and it failed due to the frame being rusted with holes in it. The gas tank skid plate is also completely rotted. The vehicle is unsafe to drive. If you were to hit a bad pot hole the frame could collapse and cause an accident.

Aug 9, 2021 Electrical System

The plastic slider for the sunroof malfunctioned releasing the sunroof so when I went to open the sunroof while driving the airflow caught underneath the sunroof lifting it up and shooting it off and hurtling into traffic behind me and innocent highway drivers, and I completely shocked did not know...

Aug 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The plastic slider for the sunroof malfunctioned releasing the sunroof so when I went to open the sunroof while driving the airflow caught underneath the sunroof lifting it up and shooting it off and hurtling into traffic behind me and innocent highway drivers, and I completely shocked did not know...

Aug 9, 2021 Electrical System

The plastic slider for the sunroof malfunctioned releasing the sunroof so when I went to open the sunroof while driving the airflow caught underneath the sunroof lifting it up and shooting it off and hurtling into traffic behind me and innocent highway drivers, and I completely shocked did not know...

Aug 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The plastic slider for the sunroof malfunctioned releasing the sunroof so when I went to open the sunroof while driving the airflow caught underneath the sunroof lifting it up and shooting it off and hurtling into traffic behind me and innocent highway drivers, and I completely shocked did not know...

Jul 29, 2021 Unknown Or Other

When I went to have a tail pipe replaced, it was discovered that the frame of my car was badly rusted. Upon bringing to a mechanic, an auto body shop and a Toyota dealer, they all said the car is not safe to drive. The rest of the body is in mint condition as is the interior and mechanics. I call...

Jul 29, 2021 Suspension

When I went to have a tail pipe replaced, it was discovered that the frame of my car was badly rusted. Upon bringing to a mechanic, an auto body shop and a Toyota dealer, they all said the car is not safe to drive. The rest of the body is in mint condition as is the interior and mechanics. I call...

Jul 29, 2021 Unknown Or Other

When I went to have a tail pipe replaced, it was discovered that the frame of my car was badly rusted. Upon bringing to a mechanic, an auto body shop and a Toyota dealer, they all said the car is not safe to drive. The rest of the body is in mint condition as is the interior and mechanics. I call...

Jul 29, 2021 Suspension

When I went to have a tail pipe replaced, it was discovered that the frame of my car was badly rusted. Upon bringing to a mechanic, an auto body shop and a Toyota dealer, they all said the car is not safe to drive. The rest of the body is in mint condition as is the interior and mechanics. I call...

Jul 7, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Bought this 4Runner back in January of 2021 and when I took it to a mechanic I saw rust all over the frame and the spots of the frame where the welds are. The frame has no rotten out spots but it’s way too much rust for a car from 2006. The frames on these 4runners are notoriously known for huge a...

Jul 7, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Bought this 4Runner back in January of 2021 and when I took it to a mechanic I saw rust all over the frame and the spots of the frame where the welds are. The frame has no rotten out spots but it’s way too much rust for a car from 2006. The frames on these 4runners are notoriously known for huge a...

Jul 4, 2021 Structure

Frame is rusting apart Rear lower trailing arm section has already been patched by previous owner Upper trailing arm connection point to frame crossmember has perished due to rust If the other side breaks the rear axle can flex excessively causing control problems Toyota’s service campaign for ot...

Jul 4, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

Frame is rusting apart Rear lower trailing arm section has already been patched by previous owner Upper trailing arm connection point to frame crossmember has perished due to rust If the other side breaks the rear axle can flex excessively causing control problems Toyota’s service campaign for ot...

Jul 4, 2021 Suspension

Frame is rusting apart Rear lower trailing arm section has already been patched by previous owner Upper trailing arm connection point to frame crossmember has perished due to rust If the other side breaks the rear axle can flex excessively causing control problems Toyota’s service campaign for ot...

Jul 4, 2021 Structure

Frame is rusting apart Rear lower trailing arm section has already been patched by previous owner Upper trailing arm connection point to frame crossmember has perished due to rust If the other side breaks the rear axle can flex excessively causing control problems Toyota’s service campaign for ot...

Jul 4, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

Frame is rusting apart Rear lower trailing arm section has already been patched by previous owner Upper trailing arm connection point to frame crossmember has perished due to rust If the other side breaks the rear axle can flex excessively causing control problems Toyota’s service campaign for ot...

Jul 4, 2021 Suspension

Frame is rusting apart Rear lower trailing arm section has already been patched by previous owner Upper trailing arm connection point to frame crossmember has perished due to rust If the other side breaks the rear axle can flex excessively causing control problems Toyota’s service campaign for ot...

Jun 6, 2021 Service Brakes

Corrosion related issues not found on other makes based on personal experience with other boxed ladder frame vehicles Extreme corrosion involving disintegration of the rear trailing arm already haphazardly repaired with steel doubler Ladder frame is disintegrating from interior of frame penetrating ...

Jun 6, 2021 Suspension

Corrosion related issues not found on other makes based on personal experience with other boxed ladder frame vehicles Extreme corrosion involving disintegration of the rear trailing arm already haphazardly repaired with steel doubler Ladder frame is disintegrating from interior of frame penetrating ...

Jun 6, 2021 Structure

Corrosion related issues not found on other makes based on personal experience with other boxed ladder frame vehicles Extreme corrosion involving disintegration of the rear trailing arm already haphazardly repaired with steel doubler Ladder frame is disintegrating from interior of frame penetrating ...

Jun 6, 2021 Service Brakes

Corrosion related issues not found on other makes based on personal experience with other boxed ladder frame vehicles Extreme corrosion involving disintegration of the rear trailing arm already haphazardly repaired with steel doubler Ladder frame is disintegrating from interior of frame penetrating ...

Jun 6, 2021 Suspension

Corrosion related issues not found on other makes based on personal experience with other boxed ladder frame vehicles Extreme corrosion involving disintegration of the rear trailing arm already haphazardly repaired with steel doubler Ladder frame is disintegrating from interior of frame penetrating ...

Jun 6, 2021 Structure

Corrosion related issues not found on other makes based on personal experience with other boxed ladder frame vehicles Extreme corrosion involving disintegration of the rear trailing arm already haphazardly repaired with steel doubler Ladder frame is disintegrating from interior of frame penetrating ...

May 18, 2021 Structure Crash

Frame rust damage, normal street driving. Lower control arm mounts disintegrated causing vehicle to be not drivable. Along with complete frame rust that possibly couldve lead to even more dangerous conditions.

May 18, 2021 Structure Crash

Frame rust damage, normal street driving. Lower control arm mounts disintegrated causing vehicle to be not drivable. Along with complete frame rust that possibly couldve lead to even more dangerous conditions.

May 15, 2021 Power Train

MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ENTIRE FRAME AND CONNECTING COMPONENTS IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND CRUMBLING. THE CAR ISNÂ’T SAFE TO DRIVE AT ALL. TOYOTA IS AWARE OF THIS AS ITS COMMON AND NO RECALL IS IN PLACE. WHEN DRIVING, ONE TIRE IS COMPLETELY BARELY HANGING ON AS THE FRAME IS FAILING ALL OVER. THE CAR WOB...

May 15, 2021 Suspension

MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ENTIRE FRAME AND CONNECTING COMPONENTS IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND CRUMBLING. THE CAR ISNÂ’T SAFE TO DRIVE AT ALL. TOYOTA IS AWARE OF THIS AS ITS COMMON AND NO RECALL IS IN PLACE. WHEN DRIVING, ONE TIRE IS COMPLETELY BARELY HANGING ON AS THE FRAME IS FAILING ALL OVER. THE CAR WOB...

May 15, 2021 Steering

MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ENTIRE FRAME AND CONNECTING COMPONENTS IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND CRUMBLING. THE CAR ISNÂ’T SAFE TO DRIVE AT ALL. TOYOTA IS AWARE OF THIS AS ITS COMMON AND NO RECALL IS IN PLACE. WHEN DRIVING, ONE TIRE IS COMPLETELY BARELY HANGING ON AS THE FRAME IS FAILING ALL OVER. THE CAR WOB...

May 15, 2021 Power Train

MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ENTIRE FRAME AND CONNECTING COMPONENTS IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND CRUMBLING. THE CAR ISNÂ’T SAFE TO DRIVE AT ALL. TOYOTA IS AWARE OF THIS AS ITS COMMON AND NO RECALL IS IN PLACE. WHEN DRIVING, ONE TIRE IS COMPLETELY BARELY HANGING ON AS THE FRAME IS FAILING ALL OVER. THE CAR WOB...

May 15, 2021 Suspension

MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ENTIRE FRAME AND CONNECTING COMPONENTS IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND CRUMBLING. THE CAR ISNÂ’T SAFE TO DRIVE AT ALL. TOYOTA IS AWARE OF THIS AS ITS COMMON AND NO RECALL IS IN PLACE. WHEN DRIVING, ONE TIRE IS COMPLETELY BARELY HANGING ON AS THE FRAME IS FAILING ALL OVER. THE CAR WOB...

May 15, 2021 Steering

MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ENTIRE FRAME AND CONNECTING COMPONENTS IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND CRUMBLING. THE CAR ISNÂ’T SAFE TO DRIVE AT ALL. TOYOTA IS AWARE OF THIS AS ITS COMMON AND NO RECALL IS IN PLACE. WHEN DRIVING, ONE TIRE IS COMPLETELY BARELY HANGING ON AS THE FRAME IS FAILING ALL OVER. THE CAR WOB...

Apr 12, 2021 Suspension 208,140 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE CHANGING HIS BRAKES INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE BRAKE LINE WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED OR DIAGNOSED. NO DEALER WAS CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTI...

Apr 12, 2021 Suspension 208,140 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE CHANGING HIS BRAKES INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE BRAKE LINE WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED OR DIAGNOSED. NO DEALER WAS CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTI...

Apr 8, 2021 Structure 165,000 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST ON FRAME, SPARE TIRE ASSEMBLY RUSTED OUT, DEALER TRIED TO REPLACE TIRE CARRIER ASSEMBLY & WINCH BUT WAS UNABLE TO PUT SPARE IN NEW ASSEMBLY HOLDER BECAUSE OF THE RUST AND SAFETY HAZARD SAYING IT WILL FALL OFF. I WAS ADVISE OF THIS TODAY, APRIL 8, AT 3:00 PM. THE DEALERSHIP WAS GOING...

Apr 8, 2021 Structure 165,000 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST ON FRAME, SPARE TIRE ASSEMBLY RUSTED OUT, DEALER TRIED TO REPLACE TIRE CARRIER ASSEMBLY & WINCH BUT WAS UNABLE TO PUT SPARE IN NEW ASSEMBLY HOLDER BECAUSE OF THE RUST AND SAFETY HAZARD SAYING IT WILL FALL OFF. I WAS ADVISE OF THIS TODAY, APRIL 8, AT 3:00 PM. THE DEALERSHIP WAS GOING...

Mar 30, 2021 Suspension 84,499 mi

I JUST HAD MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER (85K MILES) SERVICED AT A-1 TOYOTA IN NEW HAVEN CT. MY CAR IS IMMACULATE AND SERVICED ON A REGULAR BASIS. AS A RESULT OF THE VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC IDENTIFIED FRAME RUST ISSUES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT FRAME.

Mar 30, 2021 Suspension 84,499 mi

I JUST HAD MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER (85K MILES) SERVICED AT A-1 TOYOTA IN NEW HAVEN CT. MY CAR IS IMMACULATE AND SERVICED ON A REGULAR BASIS. AS A RESULT OF THE VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC IDENTIFIED FRAME RUST ISSUES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT FRAME.

Mar 29, 2021 Structure

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER PURCHASED NEW IN NOVEMBER 2006. THE FRAME HAS SUFFERED FROM SUCH BAD FRAME CORROSION THAT NUMEROUS MECHANIC HAVE REFUSED TO PUT THE VEHICLE ON A LIFT FOR FEAR OF COMPLETE FRAME COLLAPSE. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED OTHERWISE BUT IS NOW A DEFINITE SAFETY HAZARD DUE TO TH...

Mar 29, 2021 Structure

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER PURCHASED NEW IN NOVEMBER 2006. THE FRAME HAS SUFFERED FROM SUCH BAD FRAME CORROSION THAT NUMEROUS MECHANIC HAVE REFUSED TO PUT THE VEHICLE ON A LIFT FOR FEAR OF COMPLETE FRAME COLLAPSE. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED OTHERWISE BUT IS NOW A DEFINITE SAFETY HAZARD DUE TO TH...

Mar 21, 2021 Structure 147,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A 2006 4RUNNER AND DID NOT THINK TO CHECK UNDERNEATH FOR ANYTHING. I NOTICED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FRAME HUGE RUST SPOTS, IT'S RUSTING FROM INSIDE THE FRAME OUT TO THE SURFACE. IT'S BAD. I GOOGLED WHAT I SHOULD DO TO FIX IT BECAUSE NOW I'M OUT 7K FOR WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A RELIAB...

Mar 21, 2021 Suspension 147,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A 2006 4RUNNER AND DID NOT THINK TO CHECK UNDERNEATH FOR ANYTHING. I NOTICED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FRAME HUGE RUST SPOTS, IT'S RUSTING FROM INSIDE THE FRAME OUT TO THE SURFACE. IT'S BAD. I GOOGLED WHAT I SHOULD DO TO FIX IT BECAUSE NOW I'M OUT 7K FOR WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A RELIAB...

Mar 21, 2021 Forward Collision Avoidance 147,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A 2006 4RUNNER AND DID NOT THINK TO CHECK UNDERNEATH FOR ANYTHING. I NOTICED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FRAME HUGE RUST SPOTS, IT'S RUSTING FROM INSIDE THE FRAME OUT TO THE SURFACE. IT'S BAD. I GOOGLED WHAT I SHOULD DO TO FIX IT BECAUSE NOW I'M OUT 7K FOR WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A RELIAB...

Mar 21, 2021 Structure 147,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A 2006 4RUNNER AND DID NOT THINK TO CHECK UNDERNEATH FOR ANYTHING. I NOTICED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FRAME HUGE RUST SPOTS, IT'S RUSTING FROM INSIDE THE FRAME OUT TO THE SURFACE. IT'S BAD. I GOOGLED WHAT I SHOULD DO TO FIX IT BECAUSE NOW I'M OUT 7K FOR WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A RELIAB...

Mar 21, 2021 Suspension 147,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A 2006 4RUNNER AND DID NOT THINK TO CHECK UNDERNEATH FOR ANYTHING. I NOTICED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FRAME HUGE RUST SPOTS, IT'S RUSTING FROM INSIDE THE FRAME OUT TO THE SURFACE. IT'S BAD. I GOOGLED WHAT I SHOULD DO TO FIX IT BECAUSE NOW I'M OUT 7K FOR WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A RELIAB...

Mar 21, 2021 Forward Collision Avoidance 147,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A 2006 4RUNNER AND DID NOT THINK TO CHECK UNDERNEATH FOR ANYTHING. I NOTICED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FRAME HUGE RUST SPOTS, IT'S RUSTING FROM INSIDE THE FRAME OUT TO THE SURFACE. IT'S BAD. I GOOGLED WHAT I SHOULD DO TO FIX IT BECAUSE NOW I'M OUT 7K FOR WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A RELIAB...

Mar 16, 2021 Structure

RUSTING OF THE FRAME UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK.

Mar 16, 2021 Structure

RUSTING OF THE FRAME UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK.

Mar 11, 2021 Structure 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER A SAFETY INSPECTION, HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD FAILED THE INSPECTION DUE TO AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CORROSION UNDER THE VEHICLE. A CERTIFIED MECHANIC REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE MANUFACTURER FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE. T...

Mar 11, 2021 Structure 223,000 mi

VEHICLE'S SKID PLATE RUSTED COMPLETELY OFF. ORIGINAL OWNERS, ALL FAMILY MEMBERS, HAVE KEPT THE VEHICLE CLEANED WELL UNDERNEATH SINCE FIRST DAY OF OWNERSHIP. WHEN WE LIFTED THE 4RUNNER UP ON A LIFT, WE SAW MULTIPLE RUST HOLES IN THE FRAME AS WELL AS EXTREME OXIDATION IN THE CENTER AT CERTAIN PLACES. ...

Mar 11, 2021 Structure 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER A SAFETY INSPECTION, HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD FAILED THE INSPECTION DUE TO AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CORROSION UNDER THE VEHICLE. A CERTIFIED MECHANIC REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE MANUFACTURER FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE. T...

Mar 11, 2021 Structure 223,000 mi

VEHICLE'S SKID PLATE RUSTED COMPLETELY OFF. ORIGINAL OWNERS, ALL FAMILY MEMBERS, HAVE KEPT THE VEHICLE CLEANED WELL UNDERNEATH SINCE FIRST DAY OF OWNERSHIP. WHEN WE LIFTED THE 4RUNNER UP ON A LIFT, WE SAW MULTIPLE RUST HOLES IN THE FRAME AS WELL AS EXTREME OXIDATION IN THE CENTER AT CERTAIN PLACES. ...

Mar 9, 2021 Structure 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING A ROUTINE INSPECTION ON THE VEHICLE, HE WAS INFORMED BY THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC THAT THE CHASSIS WAS EXTREMELY RUSTED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT...

Mar 9, 2021 Structure 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING A ROUTINE INSPECTION ON THE VEHICLE, HE WAS INFORMED BY THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC THAT THE CHASSIS WAS EXTREMELY RUSTED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT...

Feb 14, 2021 Air Bags 160,000 mi

THE DRIVER AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON. I'VE READ A LOT OF RECALLS FOR MY VEHICLE, BUT THE DEALER SAID THIS PART WAS NOT RECALLED. I WAS HOPING YOU COULD INFORM ME IF THIS PART HAS BEEN RECALLED AND IF SO WHAT WOULD BE MY NEXT STEPS.

Feb 14, 2021 Air Bags 160,000 mi

THE DRIVER AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON. I'VE READ A LOT OF RECALLS FOR MY VEHICLE, BUT THE DEALER SAID THIS PART WAS NOT RECALLED. I WAS HOPING YOU COULD INFORM ME IF THIS PART HAS BEEN RECALLED AND IF SO WHAT WOULD BE MY NEXT STEPS.

Feb 5, 2021 Structure 98,000 mi

THE DEALER WOULD NOT INSPECT MY VEHICLE BECAUSE OF FRAME RUST. THE WHOLE FRAME HAS RUST OVER IT. THE PART THAT FAILED INSPECTION WAS THE END CAPS.

Feb 5, 2021 Structure 98,000 mi

THE DEALER WOULD NOT INSPECT MY VEHICLE BECAUSE OF FRAME RUST. THE WHOLE FRAME HAS RUST OVER IT. THE PART THAT FAILED INSPECTION WAS THE END CAPS.

Jan 19, 2021 Structure

I PUT MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER LIMITED IN THE SHOP TO HAVE THE POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. THE SHOP CALLED ME BACK AND STATED THEY REFUSE TO WORK ON THE SUV BECAUSE OF THE EXTENSIVE RUST DAMAGE TO THE FRAME. THEY WERE CONCERNED ABOUT LEGAL ISSUES SHOULD THEY KNOWINGLY REPAIR A VEHICLE THAT IN THEI...

Jan 19, 2021 Structure

I PUT MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER LIMITED IN THE SHOP TO HAVE THE POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. THE SHOP CALLED ME BACK AND STATED THEY REFUSE TO WORK ON THE SUV BECAUSE OF THE EXTENSIVE RUST DAMAGE TO THE FRAME. THEY WERE CONCERNED ABOUT LEGAL ISSUES SHOULD THEY KNOWINGLY REPAIR A VEHICLE THAT IN THEI...

Jan 15, 2021 Electrical System 66,300 mi

2006 4RUNNER REAR GLASS EXPLODED/SHATTERED AFTER USING DEFROST - WAS DENIED REIMBURSEMENT DESPITE THIS BEING A KNOWN ISSUE AND FAULTY DEFROST CONNECTOR. AFTER DROPPING MY 5 YEAR OLD SON OFF FOR SCHOOL ON 1/15/2021, I PULLED UP TO A STOP SIGN AND HEARD A LOUD CRASH FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR. I LOOK...

Jan 15, 2021 Visibility/wiper 66,300 mi

2006 4RUNNER REAR GLASS EXPLODED/SHATTERED AFTER USING DEFROST - WAS DENIED REIMBURSEMENT DESPITE THIS BEING A KNOWN ISSUE AND FAULTY DEFROST CONNECTOR. AFTER DROPPING MY 5 YEAR OLD SON OFF FOR SCHOOL ON 1/15/2021, I PULLED UP TO A STOP SIGN AND HEARD A LOUD CRASH FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR. I LOOK...

Jan 15, 2021 Electrical System 66,300 mi

2006 4RUNNER REAR GLASS EXPLODED/SHATTERED AFTER USING DEFROST - WAS DENIED REIMBURSEMENT DESPITE THIS BEING A KNOWN ISSUE AND FAULTY DEFROST CONNECTOR. AFTER DROPPING MY 5 YEAR OLD SON OFF FOR SCHOOL ON 1/15/2021, I PULLED UP TO A STOP SIGN AND HEARD A LOUD CRASH FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR. I LOOK...

Jan 15, 2021 Visibility/wiper 66,300 mi

2006 4RUNNER REAR GLASS EXPLODED/SHATTERED AFTER USING DEFROST - WAS DENIED REIMBURSEMENT DESPITE THIS BEING A KNOWN ISSUE AND FAULTY DEFROST CONNECTOR. AFTER DROPPING MY 5 YEAR OLD SON OFF FOR SCHOOL ON 1/15/2021, I PULLED UP TO A STOP SIGN AND HEARD A LOUD CRASH FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR. I LOOK...

Jan 14, 2021 Structure 160,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 4RUNNER WITH NO RUST ON THE BODY BUT THE FRAME IS FULL OF RUST. ALL BODY MOUNTS HAVE RUSTED AWAY FROM THE FRAME CAUSING A WABLE WHEN HITTING BUMPS. I AM SO WORRIED THAT THE CAR IS GOING TO BREAK IN HALF AT ANY TIME. IT CAUSES UNUSUAL SOUNDS, CREAKING, SQUEAKING, UNUSUAL NOISES, BAD A...

Jan 14, 2021 Suspension 160,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 4RUNNER WITH NO RUST ON THE BODY BUT THE FRAME IS FULL OF RUST. ALL BODY MOUNTS HAVE RUSTED AWAY FROM THE FRAME CAUSING A WABLE WHEN HITTING BUMPS. I AM SO WORRIED THAT THE CAR IS GOING TO BREAK IN HALF AT ANY TIME. IT CAUSES UNUSUAL SOUNDS, CREAKING, SQUEAKING, UNUSUAL NOISES, BAD A...

Jan 14, 2021 Unknown Or Other 160,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 4RUNNER WITH NO RUST ON THE BODY BUT THE FRAME IS FULL OF RUST. ALL BODY MOUNTS HAVE RUSTED AWAY FROM THE FRAME CAUSING A WABLE WHEN HITTING BUMPS. I AM SO WORRIED THAT THE CAR IS GOING TO BREAK IN HALF AT ANY TIME. IT CAUSES UNUSUAL SOUNDS, CREAKING, SQUEAKING, UNUSUAL NOISES, BAD A...

Jan 14, 2021 Structure 160,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 4RUNNER WITH NO RUST ON THE BODY BUT THE FRAME IS FULL OF RUST. ALL BODY MOUNTS HAVE RUSTED AWAY FROM THE FRAME CAUSING A WABLE WHEN HITTING BUMPS. I AM SO WORRIED THAT THE CAR IS GOING TO BREAK IN HALF AT ANY TIME. IT CAUSES UNUSUAL SOUNDS, CREAKING, SQUEAKING, UNUSUAL NOISES, BAD A...

Jan 14, 2021 Suspension 160,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 4RUNNER WITH NO RUST ON THE BODY BUT THE FRAME IS FULL OF RUST. ALL BODY MOUNTS HAVE RUSTED AWAY FROM THE FRAME CAUSING A WABLE WHEN HITTING BUMPS. I AM SO WORRIED THAT THE CAR IS GOING TO BREAK IN HALF AT ANY TIME. IT CAUSES UNUSUAL SOUNDS, CREAKING, SQUEAKING, UNUSUAL NOISES, BAD A...

Jan 14, 2021 Unknown Or Other 160,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 4RUNNER WITH NO RUST ON THE BODY BUT THE FRAME IS FULL OF RUST. ALL BODY MOUNTS HAVE RUSTED AWAY FROM THE FRAME CAUSING A WABLE WHEN HITTING BUMPS. I AM SO WORRIED THAT THE CAR IS GOING TO BREAK IN HALF AT ANY TIME. IT CAUSES UNUSUAL SOUNDS, CREAKING, SQUEAKING, UNUSUAL NOISES, BAD A...

Jan 2, 2021 Electrical System 183,000 mi

ON MY WAY TO THE GROCERY STORE, MY BACK WINDOW BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS A VERY LOUD POP! WHICH SCARED THE DAYLIGHTS OUT OF ME! I LOOKED IN THE REVIEW-MIRROR AND THE BACK WINDOW COMPLETELY SHATTERED. THERE WAS NOBODY AROUND AND I WAS DRIVING TOO SLOW FOR IT TO HAVE BEEN A ROCK OR DEBRIS. I ...

Jan 2, 2021 Visibility/wiper 183,000 mi

ON MY WAY TO THE GROCERY STORE, MY BACK WINDOW BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS A VERY LOUD POP! WHICH SCARED THE DAYLIGHTS OUT OF ME! I LOOKED IN THE REVIEW-MIRROR AND THE BACK WINDOW COMPLETELY SHATTERED. THERE WAS NOBODY AROUND AND I WAS DRIVING TOO SLOW FOR IT TO HAVE BEEN A ROCK OR DEBRIS. I ...

Jan 2, 2021 Electrical System 183,000 mi

ON MY WAY TO THE GROCERY STORE, MY BACK WINDOW BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS A VERY LOUD POP! WHICH SCARED THE DAYLIGHTS OUT OF ME! I LOOKED IN THE REVIEW-MIRROR AND THE BACK WINDOW COMPLETELY SHATTERED. THERE WAS NOBODY AROUND AND I WAS DRIVING TOO SLOW FOR IT TO HAVE BEEN A ROCK OR DEBRIS. I ...

Jan 2, 2021 Visibility/wiper 183,000 mi

ON MY WAY TO THE GROCERY STORE, MY BACK WINDOW BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS A VERY LOUD POP! WHICH SCARED THE DAYLIGHTS OUT OF ME! I LOOKED IN THE REVIEW-MIRROR AND THE BACK WINDOW COMPLETELY SHATTERED. THERE WAS NOBODY AROUND AND I WAS DRIVING TOO SLOW FOR IT TO HAVE BEEN A ROCK OR DEBRIS. I ...

Dec 6, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 167,700 mi

I EXPERIENCED UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION TWICE. ONCE WAS A MONTH AGO AFTER STARTING THE 4 RUNNER IN THE GARAGE. THE RPMS INCREASED AND AS I PUT IT IN REVERSE THE CAR ACCELERATED STOPPING ONLY AS A PUSHED HARD ON THE BRAKES. TODAY, 12-6-20, WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND AS I PULLED INTO A PARKING SP...

Dec 6, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 167,700 mi

I EXPERIENCED UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION TWICE. ONCE WAS A MONTH AGO AFTER STARTING THE 4 RUNNER IN THE GARAGE. THE RPMS INCREASED AND AS I PUT IT IN REVERSE THE CAR ACCELERATED STOPPING ONLY AS A PUSHED HARD ON THE BRAKES. TODAY, 12-6-20, WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND AS I PULLED INTO A PARKING SP...

Nov 12, 2020 Structure

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, HAS CORROSION TO THE FRAME THAT IS NOT NORMAL FOR A CAR THIS AGE. THIS CAR IS STORED IN A GARAGE AWAY FROM THE ELEMENTS. THIS RUST TO THE FRAME MAKE THE VEHICLE SUSCEPTIBLE TO LOSING CONTROL DUE TO A RUPTURE OF THE FRAME. TOYOTA HAS ADMITTED IN THE PASS TO SUB STANDARD FRAMES...

Nov 12, 2020 Structure

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, HAS CORROSION TO THE FRAME THAT IS NOT NORMAL FOR A CAR THIS AGE. THIS CAR IS STORED IN A GARAGE AWAY FROM THE ELEMENTS. THIS RUST TO THE FRAME MAKE THE VEHICLE SUSCEPTIBLE TO LOSING CONTROL DUE TO A RUPTURE OF THE FRAME. TOYOTA HAS ADMITTED IN THE PASS TO SUB STANDARD FRAMES...

Sep 29, 2020 Structure 204,000 mi

THE AREA HOLDING THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE REAR BUMPER IS RUSTED SO BAD THAT A TIRE SHOP REQUESTED I HAVE A MECHANIC REMOVE THE SPARE TIRE DUE TO FEAR OF CRACKING PART OF THE RUSTED UNDERBELLY. MY SPARE TIRE IS INACCESSIBLE AT THE MOMENT.

Sep 29, 2020 Structure 204,000 mi

THE AREA HOLDING THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE REAR BUMPER IS RUSTED SO BAD THAT A TIRE SHOP REQUESTED I HAVE A MECHANIC REMOVE THE SPARE TIRE DUE TO FEAR OF CRACKING PART OF THE RUSTED UNDERBELLY. MY SPARE TIRE IS INACCESSIBLE AT THE MOMENT.

Sep 25, 2020 Unknown Or Other 193,000 mi

FRAME ISSUE. CRACK MEASURING APPROXIMATELY 8 INCHES LONG WAS DISCOVERED WHEN A BRAKE SERVICE WAS BEING PERFORMED. CRACK LOCATION WAS LOCATED ON PASSENGER SIDE FRAME RAIL REARWARD OF THE CURVED SECTION OF FRAME WHERE IT MEETS THE STRAIGHT FRAME SECTION. TOYOTA MOTOR SALES WAS NOTIFIED AS PER OWNER...

Sep 25, 2020 Unknown Or Other 193,000 mi

FRAME ISSUE. CRACK MEASURING APPROXIMATELY 8 INCHES LONG WAS DISCOVERED WHEN A BRAKE SERVICE WAS BEING PERFORMED. CRACK LOCATION WAS LOCATED ON PASSENGER SIDE FRAME RAIL REARWARD OF THE CURVED SECTION OF FRAME WHERE IT MEETS THE STRAIGHT FRAME SECTION. TOYOTA MOTOR SALES WAS NOTIFIED AS PER OWNER...

Sep 24, 2020 Structure 217,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN MY BACK LEFT TIRE FRAME BROKE APART. THIS IS WHEN I NOTICED SEVERE RUST ON MY FRAME. THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND I COULD HAVE BEEN A DEADLY CRASH. I CALLED TOYOTA CORPORATE AND FILED CASE #2006012210 AND THEY TOLD ME THAT MY CAR WAS NOT QUALIFIED FOR THE FRAME TO BE REPLAC...

Sep 24, 2020 Wheels 217,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN MY BACK LEFT TIRE FRAME BROKE APART. THIS IS WHEN I NOTICED SEVERE RUST ON MY FRAME. THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND I COULD HAVE BEEN A DEADLY CRASH. I CALLED TOYOTA CORPORATE AND FILED CASE #2006012210 AND THEY TOLD ME THAT MY CAR WAS NOT QUALIFIED FOR THE FRAME TO BE REPLAC...

Sep 24, 2020 Structure 217,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN MY BACK LEFT TIRE FRAME BROKE APART. THIS IS WHEN I NOTICED SEVERE RUST ON MY FRAME. THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND I COULD HAVE BEEN A DEADLY CRASH. I CALLED TOYOTA CORPORATE AND FILED CASE #2006012210 AND THEY TOLD ME THAT MY CAR WAS NOT QUALIFIED FOR THE FRAME TO BE REPLAC...

Sep 24, 2020 Wheels 217,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN MY BACK LEFT TIRE FRAME BROKE APART. THIS IS WHEN I NOTICED SEVERE RUST ON MY FRAME. THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND I COULD HAVE BEEN A DEADLY CRASH. I CALLED TOYOTA CORPORATE AND FILED CASE #2006012210 AND THEY TOLD ME THAT MY CAR WAS NOT QUALIFIED FOR THE FRAME TO BE REPLAC...

Sep 23, 2020 Structure 76,000 mi

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CAR IS KEPT IN A GARAGE AND IS DRIVEN INFREQUENTLY. CURRENTLY THERE'S ABOUT 76K MILES ON IT. I RECENTLY TOOK IT IN FOR A MAINE STATE SAFETY INSPECTION AND IT WOULD NOT PASS DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME. THERE'S AT LEAST ONE HOLE BIG ENOUGH ...

Sep 23, 2020 Structure 76,000 mi

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CAR IS KEPT IN A GARAGE AND IS DRIVEN INFREQUENTLY. CURRENTLY THERE'S ABOUT 76K MILES ON IT. I RECENTLY TOOK IT IN FOR A MAINE STATE SAFETY INSPECTION AND IT WOULD NOT PASS DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME. THERE'S AT LEAST ONE HOLE BIG ENOUGH ...

Sep 21, 2020 Structure 140,000 mi

MY 2006 4RUNNER'S FRAME RUSTED SO BADLY THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM DETATCHED COMPLETELY.

Sep 21, 2020 Structure 140,000 mi

MY 2006 4RUNNER'S FRAME RUSTED SO BADLY THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM DETATCHED COMPLETELY.

Sep 15, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 118,000 mi

THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE REAR ABS WHEEL SENSOR FAILS. THIS MUST BE A COMMON PROBLEM AS MANY PEOPLE HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS PART. A WARNING LIGHT APPEARS ON THE DASH, IT ALSO PREVENTS THE VEHICLE FROM BEING PUT INTO GEAR. YOU HAVE TO USE THE OVERRIDE SWITCH TO PUT IT INTO GEAR.

Sep 15, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 118,000 mi

THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE REAR ABS WHEEL SENSOR FAILS. THIS MUST BE A COMMON PROBLEM AS MANY PEOPLE HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS PART. A WARNING LIGHT APPEARS ON THE DASH, IT ALSO PREVENTS THE VEHICLE FROM BEING PUT INTO GEAR. YOU HAVE TO USE THE OVERRIDE SWITCH TO PUT IT INTO GEAR.

Sep 14, 2020 Structure

JUST RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICED THAT WHEN I APPLY THE BRAKE PEDAL IT "STICKS" TAKES ( WHEN DRIVING) COUPLE SECONDS TO RESUME IT ORIGINAL POSITION AND I CAN HEAR A CLICK. I AM TAKING IT TO MY MECHANIC TO ENSURE IS NOT CRITICAL. JUST WANTED TO KNOW IF THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS. ALSO, SINCE APPROXIMATELY...

Sep 14, 2020 Service Brakes

JUST RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICED THAT WHEN I APPLY THE BRAKE PEDAL IT "STICKS" TAKES ( WHEN DRIVING) COUPLE SECONDS TO RESUME IT ORIGINAL POSITION AND I CAN HEAR A CLICK. I AM TAKING IT TO MY MECHANIC TO ENSURE IS NOT CRITICAL. JUST WANTED TO KNOW IF THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS. ALSO, SINCE APPROXIMATELY...

Sep 14, 2020 Structure

JUST RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICED THAT WHEN I APPLY THE BRAKE PEDAL IT "STICKS" TAKES ( WHEN DRIVING) COUPLE SECONDS TO RESUME IT ORIGINAL POSITION AND I CAN HEAR A CLICK. I AM TAKING IT TO MY MECHANIC TO ENSURE IS NOT CRITICAL. JUST WANTED TO KNOW IF THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS. ALSO, SINCE APPROXIMATELY...

Sep 14, 2020 Service Brakes

JUST RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICED THAT WHEN I APPLY THE BRAKE PEDAL IT "STICKS" TAKES ( WHEN DRIVING) COUPLE SECONDS TO RESUME IT ORIGINAL POSITION AND I CAN HEAR A CLICK. I AM TAKING IT TO MY MECHANIC TO ENSURE IS NOT CRITICAL. JUST WANTED TO KNOW IF THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS. ALSO, SINCE APPROXIMATELY...

Sep 2, 2020 Suspension 122,000 mi

FRAME RUST HAS MADE 4 RUNNER BEYOND ECONOMICAL REPAIR. MANY PARTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED DUE TO RUST. ONLY 124000 MILES ON VEHICLE. RUSTED BRAKE LINES, STEERING COLUMN, TRANSMISSION LINES RUSTED. FORTUNATELY BRAKE LINES LEAKED WHILE VEHICLE WAS M NOT BEING DRIVEN AT THIS TIME, PARKED IN DRIVEWAY.

Sep 2, 2020 Suspension 122,000 mi

FRAME RUST HAS MADE 4 RUNNER BEYOND ECONOMICAL REPAIR. MANY PARTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED DUE TO RUST. ONLY 124000 MILES ON VEHICLE. RUSTED BRAKE LINES, STEERING COLUMN, TRANSMISSION LINES RUSTED. FORTUNATELY BRAKE LINES LEAKED WHILE VEHICLE WAS M NOT BEING DRIVEN AT THIS TIME, PARKED IN DRIVEWAY.

Aug 26, 2020 Structure 180,000 mi

THERE IS A HOLE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE FRAME RAIL WE'RE A/C DRAIN TUBE IS PRESENT. AFRAID TO CONTINUE DRIVING VEHICLE AND HAVE A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. RUST IS APPARENT ON MAJORITY OF FRAME WHICH SEEMS TO BE FAILING FROM THE INSIDE OUT. THIS WAS FOUND WHILE LIFTING VEHICLE TO REPAIR BRAKES.

Aug 26, 2020 Structure 180,000 mi

THERE IS A HOLE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE FRAME RAIL WE'RE A/C DRAIN TUBE IS PRESENT. AFRAID TO CONTINUE DRIVING VEHICLE AND HAVE A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. RUST IS APPARENT ON MAJORITY OF FRAME WHICH SEEMS TO BE FAILING FROM THE INSIDE OUT. THIS WAS FOUND WHILE LIFTING VEHICLE TO REPAIR BRAKES.

Aug 20, 2020 Service Brakes

BRAKE CALIPERS SEIZE OFTEN. I HAVE BEEN THROUGH 12 DIFFERENT CALIPERS IN 160K MILES. THE FRAME HAS AN ALARMING AMOUNT OF RUST FOR A VEHICLE WHICH I HAVE TAKEN VERY GOOD CARE OF.

Aug 20, 2020 Unknown Or Other

BRAKE CALIPERS SEIZE OFTEN. I HAVE BEEN THROUGH 12 DIFFERENT CALIPERS IN 160K MILES. THE FRAME HAS AN ALARMING AMOUNT OF RUST FOR A VEHICLE WHICH I HAVE TAKEN VERY GOOD CARE OF.

Aug 20, 2020 Service Brakes

BRAKE CALIPERS SEIZE OFTEN. I HAVE BEEN THROUGH 12 DIFFERENT CALIPERS IN 160K MILES. THE FRAME HAS AN ALARMING AMOUNT OF RUST FOR A VEHICLE WHICH I HAVE TAKEN VERY GOOD CARE OF.

Aug 20, 2020 Unknown Or Other

BRAKE CALIPERS SEIZE OFTEN. I HAVE BEEN THROUGH 12 DIFFERENT CALIPERS IN 160K MILES. THE FRAME HAS AN ALARMING AMOUNT OF RUST FOR A VEHICLE WHICH I HAVE TAKEN VERY GOOD CARE OF.

Aug 12, 2020 Structure

THE REAR FRAME OF 2006 4RUNNER IS RUSTING AT EXCESSIVELY SPEED AND CORROSION IS COMING FROM INNER TO OUTWARD. WHEN THE VEHICLE TAILER HOOK IS ATTACH TO A TRAILER TOWING AT 5000 POUND(RATED FOR SUCH TOWING CAPACITY )THE FRAME COMPONENT MAY BREAK OFF BECAUSE OF EXCESSIVE FRAME CORROSION.

Aug 12, 2020 Structure

THE REAR FRAME OF 2006 4RUNNER IS RUSTING AT EXCESSIVELY SPEED AND CORROSION IS COMING FROM INNER TO OUTWARD. WHEN THE VEHICLE TAILER HOOK IS ATTACH TO A TRAILER TOWING AT 5000 POUND(RATED FOR SUCH TOWING CAPACITY )THE FRAME COMPONENT MAY BREAK OFF BECAUSE OF EXCESSIVE FRAME CORROSION.

Aug 5, 2020 Structure

THE ENTIRE FRAME IS ROTTED AND FULL OF HOLES . SUSPENSION IS IN DANGER OF DETACHING SPONTANEOUSLY. THE ODOMETER HAS BEEN ROLLED BACK OVER ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND.

Aug 5, 2020 Engine

THE ENTIRE FRAME IS ROTTED AND FULL OF HOLES . SUSPENSION IS IN DANGER OF DETACHING SPONTANEOUSLY. THE ODOMETER HAS BEEN ROLLED BACK OVER ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND.

Aug 5, 2020 Suspension

THE ENTIRE FRAME IS ROTTED AND FULL OF HOLES . SUSPENSION IS IN DANGER OF DETACHING SPONTANEOUSLY. THE ODOMETER HAS BEEN ROLLED BACK OVER ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND.

Aug 5, 2020 Structure

THE ENTIRE FRAME IS ROTTED AND FULL OF HOLES . SUSPENSION IS IN DANGER OF DETACHING SPONTANEOUSLY. THE ODOMETER HAS BEEN ROLLED BACK OVER ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND.

Aug 5, 2020 Engine

THE ENTIRE FRAME IS ROTTED AND FULL OF HOLES . SUSPENSION IS IN DANGER OF DETACHING SPONTANEOUSLY. THE ODOMETER HAS BEEN ROLLED BACK OVER ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND.

Aug 5, 2020 Suspension

THE ENTIRE FRAME IS ROTTED AND FULL OF HOLES . SUSPENSION IS IN DANGER OF DETACHING SPONTANEOUSLY. THE ODOMETER HAS BEEN ROLLED BACK OVER ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND.

Jul 28, 2020 Suspension 140,000 mi

IN PENNSYLVANIA, THERE IS A REQUIREMENT FOR YEARLY SAFETY INSPECTIONS ON ALL VEHICLES. WE BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE FROM A USED CAR DEALERSHIP IN JULY 2019 AND HAVE HAD LITTLE TO NO ISSUES WITH THE CAR. WE REPLACED THE EXHAUST (WHICH IS TYPICAL IN PENNSYLVANIA) AND A FEW SUSPENSION PARTS IN MAY/JUNE 2020,...

Jul 28, 2020 Unknown Or Other 140,000 mi

IN PENNSYLVANIA, THERE IS A REQUIREMENT FOR YEARLY SAFETY INSPECTIONS ON ALL VEHICLES. WE BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE FROM A USED CAR DEALERSHIP IN JULY 2019 AND HAVE HAD LITTLE TO NO ISSUES WITH THE CAR. WE REPLACED THE EXHAUST (WHICH IS TYPICAL IN PENNSYLVANIA) AND A FEW SUSPENSION PARTS IN MAY/JUNE 2020,...

Jul 28, 2020 Suspension 140,000 mi

IN PENNSYLVANIA, THERE IS A REQUIREMENT FOR YEARLY SAFETY INSPECTIONS ON ALL VEHICLES. WE BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE FROM A USED CAR DEALERSHIP IN JULY 2019 AND HAVE HAD LITTLE TO NO ISSUES WITH THE CAR. WE REPLACED THE EXHAUST (WHICH IS TYPICAL IN PENNSYLVANIA) AND A FEW SUSPENSION PARTS IN MAY/JUNE 2020,...

Jul 28, 2020 Unknown Or Other 140,000 mi

IN PENNSYLVANIA, THERE IS A REQUIREMENT FOR YEARLY SAFETY INSPECTIONS ON ALL VEHICLES. WE BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE FROM A USED CAR DEALERSHIP IN JULY 2019 AND HAVE HAD LITTLE TO NO ISSUES WITH THE CAR. WE REPLACED THE EXHAUST (WHICH IS TYPICAL IN PENNSYLVANIA) AND A FEW SUSPENSION PARTS IN MAY/JUNE 2020,...

Jul 27, 2020 Structure

THE 4RUNNER FRAME HAS EXPERIENCED EXCESSIVE AND PREMATURE RUST AND CORROSION. I WAS TOLD BY THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP THAT THEY CONSIDER THIS VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE DUE TO HOLES AND RUST IN THE FRAME, AND THEY REFUSED TO DO ANY MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION, OR FURTHER UPKEEP OF THE VEHICLE. I HAVE KEPT MY V...

Jul 27, 2020 Structure

THE 4RUNNER FRAME HAS EXPERIENCED EXCESSIVE AND PREMATURE RUST AND CORROSION. I WAS TOLD BY THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP THAT THEY CONSIDER THIS VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE DUE TO HOLES AND RUST IN THE FRAME, AND THEY REFUSED TO DO ANY MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION, OR FURTHER UPKEEP OF THE VEHICLE. I HAVE KEPT MY V...

Jul 12, 2020 Structure

I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY VEHICLE TO THE OPEN INVESTIGATION FOR 4RUNNER FRAME CORROSION (DP18002). MY 4RUNNER IS IN GREAT CONDITION AND RUNS BEAUTIFULLY, HOWEVER THE FRAME IS ABOUT TO FAIL.

Jul 12, 2020 Structure

I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY VEHICLE TO THE OPEN INVESTIGATION FOR 4RUNNER FRAME CORROSION (DP18002). MY 4RUNNER IS IN GREAT CONDITION AND RUNS BEAUTIFULLY, HOWEVER THE FRAME IS ABOUT TO FAIL.

Jun 30, 2020 Structure 160,000 mi

THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CONTROL ARM BROKE OFF FROM THE FRAME. RUST THROUGH ON THE FRAME WHERE THE CONTROL ARM HOOKS TO THE FRAME. BROKE WHILE SIMPLY BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY AND TURNING THE WHEEL. RUST IS ALL THROUGH THE FRAME.

Jun 30, 2020 Structure 160,000 mi

THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CONTROL ARM BROKE OFF FROM THE FRAME. RUST THROUGH ON THE FRAME WHERE THE CONTROL ARM HOOKS TO THE FRAME. BROKE WHILE SIMPLY BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY AND TURNING THE WHEEL. RUST IS ALL THROUGH THE FRAME.

Jun 29, 2020 Structure 152,000 mi

MAJOR FRAME RUST. THE BODY IS STILL GREAT BUT WHEN YOU LOOK UNDERNEATH IT'S A DIFFERENT STORY. I CAN FLAKE OFF PIECES OF THE FRAME WITH MY FINGER. MY MECHANIC SAYS IT MAY ONLY HAVE A COUPLE OF YEARS LEFT. I WILL HAVE TO TAKE IT TO A DEALERSHIP TO GET THEIR OPINION ON THE MATTER.

Jun 29, 2020 Unknown Or Other 152,000 mi

MAJOR FRAME RUST. THE BODY IS STILL GREAT BUT WHEN YOU LOOK UNDERNEATH IT'S A DIFFERENT STORY. I CAN FLAKE OFF PIECES OF THE FRAME WITH MY FINGER. MY MECHANIC SAYS IT MAY ONLY HAVE A COUPLE OF YEARS LEFT. I WILL HAVE TO TAKE IT TO A DEALERSHIP TO GET THEIR OPINION ON THE MATTER.

Jun 29, 2020 Structure 152,000 mi

MAJOR FRAME RUST. THE BODY IS STILL GREAT BUT WHEN YOU LOOK UNDERNEATH IT'S A DIFFERENT STORY. I CAN FLAKE OFF PIECES OF THE FRAME WITH MY FINGER. MY MECHANIC SAYS IT MAY ONLY HAVE A COUPLE OF YEARS LEFT. I WILL HAVE TO TAKE IT TO A DEALERSHIP TO GET THEIR OPINION ON THE MATTER.

Jun 29, 2020 Unknown Or Other 152,000 mi

MAJOR FRAME RUST. THE BODY IS STILL GREAT BUT WHEN YOU LOOK UNDERNEATH IT'S A DIFFERENT STORY. I CAN FLAKE OFF PIECES OF THE FRAME WITH MY FINGER. MY MECHANIC SAYS IT MAY ONLY HAVE A COUPLE OF YEARS LEFT. I WILL HAVE TO TAKE IT TO A DEALERSHIP TO GET THEIR OPINION ON THE MATTER.

Apr 30, 2020 Structure 147,115 mi

FRAME OF 4RUNNER IS ALMOST COMPLETELY RUSTED OFF, I WAS TOLD THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON FRAME. IT IS A SFTY ISSUE.

Apr 30, 2020 Structure 147,115 mi

FRAME OF 4RUNNER IS ALMOST COMPLETELY RUSTED OFF, I WAS TOLD THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON FRAME. IT IS A SFTY ISSUE.

Apr 15, 2020 Structure

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH MAJOR RUST ISSUES, INSIDE THE STRUCTURE OF THE FRAME IS FLAKING APART ALSO HOLE'S IN THE FRAME WHERE YOU CAN PUT YOUR HAND AND FEEL THE LAYERS OF THE FRAME COMING APART. THE OTHER OPEN RECALLS WITH THE TACOMA, TUNDRA AND SEQUOIA WITH THE FRAME RUST ISSUE SHOULD HAV...

Apr 15, 2020 Structure

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH MAJOR RUST ISSUES, INSIDE THE STRUCTURE OF THE FRAME IS FLAKING APART ALSO HOLE'S IN THE FRAME WHERE YOU CAN PUT YOUR HAND AND FEEL THE LAYERS OF THE FRAME COMING APART. THE OTHER OPEN RECALLS WITH THE TACOMA, TUNDRA AND SEQUOIA WITH THE FRAME RUST ISSUE SHOULD HAV...

Apr 10, 2020 Structure

FRAME IS VERY RUSTED AND WILL NOT PASS NY STATE INSPECTION, SENT PICTURES TO TOYOTA AND RECEIVED NO HOPE OF HELP. BASCIALLY TOLD ME TO CALL JUNK YARD. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 96,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS ALWAYS BEEN MAINTAINED BY TOYOTA.

Apr 10, 2020 Structure

FRAME IS VERY RUSTED AND WILL NOT PASS NY STATE INSPECTION, SENT PICTURES TO TOYOTA AND RECEIVED NO HOPE OF HELP. BASCIALLY TOLD ME TO CALL JUNK YARD. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 96,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS ALWAYS BEEN MAINTAINED BY TOYOTA.

Apr 6, 2020 Steering 115,235 mi

THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED WITH RUSTED OUT HOLES. CAUSED THE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO BREAK OFF, ALMOST CAUSING MY TEENAGE SON TO CRASH FORTUNATELY HE WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND DRIVING SLOW

Apr 6, 2020 Suspension 115,235 mi

THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED WITH RUSTED OUT HOLES. CAUSED THE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO BREAK OFF, ALMOST CAUSING MY TEENAGE SON TO CRASH FORTUNATELY HE WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND DRIVING SLOW

Apr 6, 2020 Unknown Or Other 115,235 mi

THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED WITH RUSTED OUT HOLES. CAUSED THE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO BREAK OFF, ALMOST CAUSING MY TEENAGE SON TO CRASH FORTUNATELY HE WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND DRIVING SLOW

Apr 6, 2020 Steering 115,235 mi

THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED WITH RUSTED OUT HOLES. CAUSED THE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO BREAK OFF, ALMOST CAUSING MY TEENAGE SON TO CRASH FORTUNATELY HE WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND DRIVING SLOW

Apr 6, 2020 Suspension 115,235 mi

THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED WITH RUSTED OUT HOLES. CAUSED THE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO BREAK OFF, ALMOST CAUSING MY TEENAGE SON TO CRASH FORTUNATELY HE WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND DRIVING SLOW

Apr 6, 2020 Unknown Or Other 115,235 mi

THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED WITH RUSTED OUT HOLES. CAUSED THE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO BREAK OFF, ALMOST CAUSING MY TEENAGE SON TO CRASH FORTUNATELY HE WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND DRIVING SLOW

Apr 3, 2020 Suspension 87,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION SYSTEM IS ROTTING DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST. IT HAS 117000 MILES ON IT AND RUNS WELL OTHER THAN THE RUSTED OUT FRAME.

Apr 3, 2020 Suspension 87,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION SYSTEM IS ROTTING DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST. IT HAS 117000 MILES ON IT AND RUNS WELL OTHER THAN THE RUSTED OUT FRAME.

Mar 5, 2020 Suspension Crash 211,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ON HIGHWAY WHEN FRAME BROKE BY REAR TIRE CAUSING ME TO CRASH INTO THE MEDIAN. I HAD TOWED TOO REPAIR SHOP AND WAS NOTIFIED THAT THE WHOLE FRAME WAS ROTTED FROM RUST AND THE VEHICLE IS NO LONGER DRIVE ABLE. WHAT? IT RAN LIKE A CHAMP AND AND I NEVER HAD ANY PROBLE...

Mar 5, 2020 Unknown Or Other Crash 211,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ON HIGHWAY WHEN FRAME BROKE BY REAR TIRE CAUSING ME TO CRASH INTO THE MEDIAN. I HAD TOWED TOO REPAIR SHOP AND WAS NOTIFIED THAT THE WHOLE FRAME WAS ROTTED FROM RUST AND THE VEHICLE IS NO LONGER DRIVE ABLE. WHAT? IT RAN LIKE A CHAMP AND AND I NEVER HAD ANY PROBLE...

Mar 5, 2020 Suspension Crash 211,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ON HIGHWAY WHEN FRAME BROKE BY REAR TIRE CAUSING ME TO CRASH INTO THE MEDIAN. I HAD TOWED TOO REPAIR SHOP AND WAS NOTIFIED THAT THE WHOLE FRAME WAS ROTTED FROM RUST AND THE VEHICLE IS NO LONGER DRIVE ABLE. WHAT? IT RAN LIKE A CHAMP AND AND I NEVER HAD ANY PROBLE...

Mar 5, 2020 Unknown Or Other Crash 211,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER ON HIGHWAY WHEN FRAME BROKE BY REAR TIRE CAUSING ME TO CRASH INTO THE MEDIAN. I HAD TOWED TOO REPAIR SHOP AND WAS NOTIFIED THAT THE WHOLE FRAME WAS ROTTED FROM RUST AND THE VEHICLE IS NO LONGER DRIVE ABLE. WHAT? IT RAN LIKE A CHAMP AND AND I NEVER HAD ANY PROBLE...

Mar 2, 2020 Structure 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH, AN ABNORMAL CLUNKING SOUND WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT STOPPED TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND BECAME AWARE THAT A SECTION OF THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WAS SUBFRAME FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEP...

Mar 2, 2020 Structure 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH, AN ABNORMAL CLUNKING SOUND WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT STOPPED TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND BECAME AWARE THAT A SECTION OF THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WAS SUBFRAME FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEP...

Feb 28, 2020 Suspension Crash 212,000 mi

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". TOOK TO DEALERSHIP THEY WERE NOT OPEN OR UP FRONT THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEMATIC DEFECT THAT TOYOTA HAS TURNED ITS BACK ON. THE TACOMA, HIGHLANDER, AND TUNDRA MODELS ...

Feb 28, 2020 Suspension Crash 212,000 mi

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". TOOK TO DEALERSHIP THEY WERE NOT OPEN OR UP FRONT THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEMATIC DEFECT THAT TOYOTA HAS TURNED ITS BACK ON. THE TACOMA, HIGHLANDER, AND TUNDRA MODELS ...

Feb 17, 2020 Structure 116,400 mi

CORROSION AND ROTTING OF THE FRAME. SIGNIFICANT AREAS ROTTING IN RIGHT FRONT FRAME TOWARDS FRONT BUMPER MOUNTING AREAS AND RIGHT REAR FRAME ON FRONT SIDE OF RIGHT REAR TIRE. RIGHT FRONT CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE IN A FRONT END COLLISION. FRONT END VIBRATIONS

Feb 17, 2020 Suspension 116,400 mi

CORROSION AND ROTTING OF THE FRAME. SIGNIFICANT AREAS ROTTING IN RIGHT FRONT FRAME TOWARDS FRONT BUMPER MOUNTING AREAS AND RIGHT REAR FRAME ON FRONT SIDE OF RIGHT REAR TIRE. RIGHT FRONT CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE IN A FRONT END COLLISION. FRONT END VIBRATIONS

Feb 17, 2020 Wheels 116,400 mi

CORROSION AND ROTTING OF THE FRAME. SIGNIFICANT AREAS ROTTING IN RIGHT FRONT FRAME TOWARDS FRONT BUMPER MOUNTING AREAS AND RIGHT REAR FRAME ON FRONT SIDE OF RIGHT REAR TIRE. RIGHT FRONT CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE IN A FRONT END COLLISION. FRONT END VIBRATIONS

Feb 17, 2020 Structure 116,400 mi

CORROSION AND ROTTING OF THE FRAME. SIGNIFICANT AREAS ROTTING IN RIGHT FRONT FRAME TOWARDS FRONT BUMPER MOUNTING AREAS AND RIGHT REAR FRAME ON FRONT SIDE OF RIGHT REAR TIRE. RIGHT FRONT CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE IN A FRONT END COLLISION. FRONT END VIBRATIONS

Feb 17, 2020 Suspension 116,400 mi

CORROSION AND ROTTING OF THE FRAME. SIGNIFICANT AREAS ROTTING IN RIGHT FRONT FRAME TOWARDS FRONT BUMPER MOUNTING AREAS AND RIGHT REAR FRAME ON FRONT SIDE OF RIGHT REAR TIRE. RIGHT FRONT CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE IN A FRONT END COLLISION. FRONT END VIBRATIONS

Feb 17, 2020 Wheels 116,400 mi

CORROSION AND ROTTING OF THE FRAME. SIGNIFICANT AREAS ROTTING IN RIGHT FRONT FRAME TOWARDS FRONT BUMPER MOUNTING AREAS AND RIGHT REAR FRAME ON FRONT SIDE OF RIGHT REAR TIRE. RIGHT FRONT CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE IN A FRONT END COLLISION. FRONT END VIBRATIONS

Feb 14, 2020 Unknown Or Other 197,000 mi

THERE IS SIGNIFICANT AND SUBSTANTIAL RUST ON THE FRAME OF THIS VEHICLE. THERE IS MORE THAN ONE HOLE EATEN COMPLETELY THROUGH THE FRAME, ALONG WITH TERRIBLE SURFACE RUST THAT HAS EATEN THE FRAME SO THIN THAT ANY LIGHT TAP CREATES A HOLE COMPLETELY THROUGH. THIS HAS ALSO RUSTED THROUGH THE FUEL TANK S...

Feb 14, 2020 Unknown Or Other 197,000 mi

THERE IS SIGNIFICANT AND SUBSTANTIAL RUST ON THE FRAME OF THIS VEHICLE. THERE IS MORE THAN ONE HOLE EATEN COMPLETELY THROUGH THE FRAME, ALONG WITH TERRIBLE SURFACE RUST THAT HAS EATEN THE FRAME SO THIN THAT ANY LIGHT TAP CREATES A HOLE COMPLETELY THROUGH. THIS HAS ALSO RUSTED THROUGH THE FUEL TANK S...

Feb 11, 2020 Structure

FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH.

Feb 11, 2020 Structure

FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH.

Jan 15, 2020 Structure

I BOUGHT MY 4RUNNER NEW AND HAVE TAKEN METICULOUS CARE OF IT VIA THE DEALERSHIP I BOUGHT IT FROM, DOING AN OIL CHANGE EVERY 5000 MILES. NOW THEY TELL ME THE TRUCK SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN SINCE THE FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH IN THE REAR. THE TRUCKS MAINTENANCE WAS DONE AT PRESTIGE TOYOTA MAHESH NJ 201-...

Jan 15, 2020 Suspension

I BOUGHT MY 4RUNNER NEW AND HAVE TAKEN METICULOUS CARE OF IT VIA THE DEALERSHIP I BOUGHT IT FROM, DOING AN OIL CHANGE EVERY 5000 MILES. NOW THEY TELL ME THE TRUCK SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN SINCE THE FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH IN THE REAR. THE TRUCKS MAINTENANCE WAS DONE AT PRESTIGE TOYOTA MAHESH NJ 201-...

Jan 15, 2020 Unknown Or Other

I BOUGHT MY 4RUNNER NEW AND HAVE TAKEN METICULOUS CARE OF IT VIA THE DEALERSHIP I BOUGHT IT FROM, DOING AN OIL CHANGE EVERY 5000 MILES. NOW THEY TELL ME THE TRUCK SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN SINCE THE FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH IN THE REAR. THE TRUCKS MAINTENANCE WAS DONE AT PRESTIGE TOYOTA MAHESH NJ 201-...

Jan 15, 2020 Structure

I BOUGHT MY 4RUNNER NEW AND HAVE TAKEN METICULOUS CARE OF IT VIA THE DEALERSHIP I BOUGHT IT FROM, DOING AN OIL CHANGE EVERY 5000 MILES. NOW THEY TELL ME THE TRUCK SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN SINCE THE FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH IN THE REAR. THE TRUCKS MAINTENANCE WAS DONE AT PRESTIGE TOYOTA MAHESH NJ 201-...

Jan 15, 2020 Suspension

I BOUGHT MY 4RUNNER NEW AND HAVE TAKEN METICULOUS CARE OF IT VIA THE DEALERSHIP I BOUGHT IT FROM, DOING AN OIL CHANGE EVERY 5000 MILES. NOW THEY TELL ME THE TRUCK SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN SINCE THE FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH IN THE REAR. THE TRUCKS MAINTENANCE WAS DONE AT PRESTIGE TOYOTA MAHESH NJ 201-...

Jan 15, 2020 Unknown Or Other

I BOUGHT MY 4RUNNER NEW AND HAVE TAKEN METICULOUS CARE OF IT VIA THE DEALERSHIP I BOUGHT IT FROM, DOING AN OIL CHANGE EVERY 5000 MILES. NOW THEY TELL ME THE TRUCK SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN SINCE THE FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH IN THE REAR. THE TRUCKS MAINTENANCE WAS DONE AT PRESTIGE TOYOTA MAHESH NJ 201-...

Jan 13, 2020 Unknown Or Other 158,300 mi

FRAME IS RUSTING THROUGH ,I WAS HAVING WORK DONE AND THE MECHANIC POINTED IT OUT TO ME.

Jan 13, 2020 Unknown Or Other 158,300 mi

FRAME IS RUSTING THROUGH ,I WAS HAVING WORK DONE AND THE MECHANIC POINTED IT OUT TO ME.

Jan 9, 2020 Unknown Or Other 136,000 mi

MY FRAME ON MY 4RUNNER IS SHOWING MAJOR SIGNS OF RUST A HUGE HOLE HAS FORMED RIGHT IN THE MAIN FRAME DRIVER SIDE. AND ANOTHER IN THE TRAILING ARM MOUNT ALSO DRIVER SIDE. IF MY TRAILING ARM SNAPPED LOOSE ON A DIRT ROAD IT COULD FLIP THE WHOLE CAR. IT'S ONLY 14 YEARS OLD NOW AND THIS IS WAY EXCESSIVE ...

Jan 9, 2020 Unknown Or Other 136,000 mi

MY FRAME ON MY 4RUNNER IS SHOWING MAJOR SIGNS OF RUST A HUGE HOLE HAS FORMED RIGHT IN THE MAIN FRAME DRIVER SIDE. AND ANOTHER IN THE TRAILING ARM MOUNT ALSO DRIVER SIDE. IF MY TRAILING ARM SNAPPED LOOSE ON A DIRT ROAD IT COULD FLIP THE WHOLE CAR. IT'S ONLY 14 YEARS OLD NOW AND THIS IS WAY EXCESSIVE ...

Jan 8, 2020 Structure 250,000 mi

EXCESSIVE FRAME RUST. SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO FRAME RUSTING OUT

Jan 8, 2020 Structure 250,000 mi

EXCESSIVE FRAME RUST. SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO FRAME RUSTING OUT

Jan 6, 2020 Visibility/wiper 126,954 mi

TURNED THE REAR DEFROSTER ON AND SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. TURNED OFF THE DEFROSTER AND THEN COUPLE MINUTES LATER, REAR WINDOW EXPLODED AND TOTALLY BROKE. DID THIS LEAVING MY NEIGHBORHOOD SO ONLY GOING ABOUT 20 MPH. IT WAS ABOUT 53 DEGREES AND RAINY.

Jan 6, 2020 Structure

VEHICLE IS SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION IN THE FRAME. THIS IS ESPECIALLY APPARENT ON THE WELD POINTS. RUE WILL EVENTUALLY CONSUME THE VEHICLE FRAME THIS MAKING IT UNDRIVABLE.

Jan 6, 2020 Visibility/wiper 126,954 mi

TURNED THE REAR DEFROSTER ON AND SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. TURNED OFF THE DEFROSTER AND THEN COUPLE MINUTES LATER, REAR WINDOW EXPLODED AND TOTALLY BROKE. DID THIS LEAVING MY NEIGHBORHOOD SO ONLY GOING ABOUT 20 MPH. IT WAS ABOUT 53 DEGREES AND RAINY.

Jan 6, 2020 Structure

VEHICLE IS SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION IN THE FRAME. THIS IS ESPECIALLY APPARENT ON THE WELD POINTS. RUE WILL EVENTUALLY CONSUME THE VEHICLE FRAME THIS MAKING IT UNDRIVABLE.

Dec 17, 2019 Structure 185,421 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED ON 01/26/2017 AND WAS DRIVEN IN UPSTATE NEW YORK UNTIL 1/1/2018 WHEN I RELOCATED TO MY CURRENT ADDRESS IN SOUTH CAROLINA FOR MY NEW CAREER. THE FRAME OF MY TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS SEVERELY RUSTING CAUSING THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE VEHICLE TO BE COMPROMISED AND CAUSING DANGE...

Dec 17, 2019 Structure 185,421 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED ON 01/26/2017 AND WAS DRIVEN IN UPSTATE NEW YORK UNTIL 1/1/2018 WHEN I RELOCATED TO MY CURRENT ADDRESS IN SOUTH CAROLINA FOR MY NEW CAREER. THE FRAME OF MY TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS SEVERELY RUSTING CAUSING THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE VEHICLE TO BE COMPROMISED AND CAUSING DANGE...

Dec 10, 2019 Visibility/wiper 140,000 mi

WHEN USING THE REAR DEFROSTER IN THE COLD, THE REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED. COMMON ISSUE AND TOYOTA DOES KNOW ABOUT IT BUT ONLY OFFERED 1 YEAR ENHANCED WARRANTY. WARRANTY IS NOW EXPIRED AND TOYOTA WILL NOT COVER THIS SAFETY HAZARD AS MY CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH 3RD ROW SEATING.

Dec 10, 2019 Unknown Or Other 136,000 mi

WHILE I WAS I DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE REAR WINDOW EXPLODED WHILE I WAS USING THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER. I SMELLED A BURNING SMELL JUST PRIOR TO IT EXPLODING GLASS ALL OVER THE BACK CARGO AREA

Dec 10, 2019 Visibility/wiper 140,000 mi

WHEN USING THE REAR DEFROSTER IN THE COLD, THE REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED. COMMON ISSUE AND TOYOTA DOES KNOW ABOUT IT BUT ONLY OFFERED 1 YEAR ENHANCED WARRANTY. WARRANTY IS NOW EXPIRED AND TOYOTA WILL NOT COVER THIS SAFETY HAZARD AS MY CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH 3RD ROW SEATING.

Dec 10, 2019 Unknown Or Other 136,000 mi

WHILE I WAS I DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE REAR WINDOW EXPLODED WHILE I WAS USING THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER. I SMELLED A BURNING SMELL JUST PRIOR TO IT EXPLODING GLASS ALL OVER THE BACK CARGO AREA

Dec 9, 2019 Structure 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S STRUCTURE WAS FLAKING AND METAL HAD DETACHED FROM THE FRAME ONTO THE DRIVEWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHO DETERMINED THAT THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS RUSTED. THE LOCAL DEALER...

Dec 9, 2019 Structure 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S STRUCTURE WAS FLAKING AND METAL HAD DETACHED FROM THE FRAME ONTO THE DRIVEWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHO DETERMINED THAT THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS RUSTED. THE LOCAL DEALER...

Dec 6, 2019 Unknown Or Other 190,000 mi

FRAME IS RUSTED EXCESSIVELY. GARAGE KEPT EVERY WINTER. MY REAR DRIVER SIDE SWAY BAR HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OFF THE FRAME.

Dec 6, 2019 Unknown Or Other 190,000 mi

FRAME IS RUSTED EXCESSIVELY. GARAGE KEPT EVERY WINTER. MY REAR DRIVER SIDE SWAY BAR HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OFF THE FRAME.

Dec 3, 2019 Electrical System 2 mi

REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED DUE TO OVERHEATING OF DEFROSTER. OVERHEATED WHILE IN MOTION. SHATTERED AFTER PARKED.

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 2 mi

REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED DUE TO OVERHEATING OF DEFROSTER. OVERHEATED WHILE IN MOTION. SHATTERED AFTER PARKED.

Dec 3, 2019 Suspension 208,000 mi

DID AN OIL CHANGE YESTERDAY, AND AS USUAL I DO AN INSPECTION ON MY UNDERCARRIAGE TO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS FINE, (I.E. LEAKS, MAKING SURE THE SUSPENSION IS TIGHT, ETC) AND I AM NOTICING EXCESSIVE FRAME CORROSION, WHICH IS WORRISOME AS I KNOW THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS ON THE TACOMAS, TUNDRAS, AND SEQU...

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 208,000 mi

DID AN OIL CHANGE YESTERDAY, AND AS USUAL I DO AN INSPECTION ON MY UNDERCARRIAGE TO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS FINE, (I.E. LEAKS, MAKING SURE THE SUSPENSION IS TIGHT, ETC) AND I AM NOTICING EXCESSIVE FRAME CORROSION, WHICH IS WORRISOME AS I KNOW THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS ON THE TACOMAS, TUNDRAS, AND SEQU...

Dec 3, 2019 Suspension 139,000 mi

HI, I AM WRITING THIS LETTER IN REGARDS TO THE POTENTIAL RECALL OF THE TOYOTA 4RUNNER ROTTING FRAMES. I PURCHASED A BEAUTIFUL 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT IN OCT OF 2018 THIS SUV HAD LESS THAN 130,000 MILES, THE BODY AND INTERIOR ARE IN IMMACULATE CONDITION' I LOVED IT. THEN A FEW WEEKS LATER I TAKE...

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 139,000 mi

HI, I AM WRITING THIS LETTER IN REGARDS TO THE POTENTIAL RECALL OF THE TOYOTA 4RUNNER ROTTING FRAMES. I PURCHASED A BEAUTIFUL 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT IN OCT OF 2018 THIS SUV HAD LESS THAN 130,000 MILES, THE BODY AND INTERIOR ARE IN IMMACULATE CONDITION' I LOVED IT. THEN A FEW WEEKS LATER I TAKE...

Dec 3, 2019 Service Brakes 197,000 mi

THE FRAME IS SO RUSTED EVERYWHERE THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ONE HUGE HOLE IS COMPLETELY BROKEN THROUGH BOTH SIDES OF THE FRAME AND THE BOTTOM PLATE HAS CRACKED THROUGH. I HAVE A HIGHLY REPUTABLE WELDING SHOP SET TO REPAIR AND PATCH THIS BUT I FEEL TOYOTA NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS BEFORE IT COSTS ...

Dec 3, 2019 Suspension 197,000 mi

THE FRAME IS SO RUSTED EVERYWHERE THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ONE HUGE HOLE IS COMPLETELY BROKEN THROUGH BOTH SIDES OF THE FRAME AND THE BOTTOM PLATE HAS CRACKED THROUGH. I HAVE A HIGHLY REPUTABLE WELDING SHOP SET TO REPAIR AND PATCH THIS BUT I FEEL TOYOTA NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS BEFORE IT COSTS ...

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 197,000 mi

THE FRAME IS SO RUSTED EVERYWHERE THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ONE HUGE HOLE IS COMPLETELY BROKEN THROUGH BOTH SIDES OF THE FRAME AND THE BOTTOM PLATE HAS CRACKED THROUGH. I HAVE A HIGHLY REPUTABLE WELDING SHOP SET TO REPAIR AND PATCH THIS BUT I FEEL TOYOTA NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS BEFORE IT COSTS ...

Dec 3, 2019 Electrical System 2 mi

REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED DUE TO OVERHEATING OF DEFROSTER. OVERHEATED WHILE IN MOTION. SHATTERED AFTER PARKED.

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 2 mi

REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED DUE TO OVERHEATING OF DEFROSTER. OVERHEATED WHILE IN MOTION. SHATTERED AFTER PARKED.

Dec 3, 2019 Suspension 208,000 mi

DID AN OIL CHANGE YESTERDAY, AND AS USUAL I DO AN INSPECTION ON MY UNDERCARRIAGE TO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS FINE, (I.E. LEAKS, MAKING SURE THE SUSPENSION IS TIGHT, ETC) AND I AM NOTICING EXCESSIVE FRAME CORROSION, WHICH IS WORRISOME AS I KNOW THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS ON THE TACOMAS, TUNDRAS, AND SEQU...

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 208,000 mi

DID AN OIL CHANGE YESTERDAY, AND AS USUAL I DO AN INSPECTION ON MY UNDERCARRIAGE TO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS FINE, (I.E. LEAKS, MAKING SURE THE SUSPENSION IS TIGHT, ETC) AND I AM NOTICING EXCESSIVE FRAME CORROSION, WHICH IS WORRISOME AS I KNOW THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS ON THE TACOMAS, TUNDRAS, AND SEQU...

Dec 3, 2019 Suspension 139,000 mi

HI, I AM WRITING THIS LETTER IN REGARDS TO THE POTENTIAL RECALL OF THE TOYOTA 4RUNNER ROTTING FRAMES. I PURCHASED A BEAUTIFUL 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT IN OCT OF 2018 THIS SUV HAD LESS THAN 130,000 MILES, THE BODY AND INTERIOR ARE IN IMMACULATE CONDITION' I LOVED IT. THEN A FEW WEEKS LATER I TAKE...

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 139,000 mi

HI, I AM WRITING THIS LETTER IN REGARDS TO THE POTENTIAL RECALL OF THE TOYOTA 4RUNNER ROTTING FRAMES. I PURCHASED A BEAUTIFUL 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT IN OCT OF 2018 THIS SUV HAD LESS THAN 130,000 MILES, THE BODY AND INTERIOR ARE IN IMMACULATE CONDITION' I LOVED IT. THEN A FEW WEEKS LATER I TAKE...

Dec 3, 2019 Service Brakes 197,000 mi

THE FRAME IS SO RUSTED EVERYWHERE THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ONE HUGE HOLE IS COMPLETELY BROKEN THROUGH BOTH SIDES OF THE FRAME AND THE BOTTOM PLATE HAS CRACKED THROUGH. I HAVE A HIGHLY REPUTABLE WELDING SHOP SET TO REPAIR AND PATCH THIS BUT I FEEL TOYOTA NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS BEFORE IT COSTS ...

Dec 3, 2019 Suspension 197,000 mi

THE FRAME IS SO RUSTED EVERYWHERE THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ONE HUGE HOLE IS COMPLETELY BROKEN THROUGH BOTH SIDES OF THE FRAME AND THE BOTTOM PLATE HAS CRACKED THROUGH. I HAVE A HIGHLY REPUTABLE WELDING SHOP SET TO REPAIR AND PATCH THIS BUT I FEEL TOYOTA NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS BEFORE IT COSTS ...

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 197,000 mi

THE FRAME IS SO RUSTED EVERYWHERE THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ONE HUGE HOLE IS COMPLETELY BROKEN THROUGH BOTH SIDES OF THE FRAME AND THE BOTTOM PLATE HAS CRACKED THROUGH. I HAVE A HIGHLY REPUTABLE WELDING SHOP SET TO REPAIR AND PATCH THIS BUT I FEEL TOYOTA NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS BEFORE IT COSTS ...

Nov 27, 2019 Service Brakes

THE BREAKS PULSE WHEN YOUR STOPPING AND THERE HAVE BEEN TWO INSTANCES WHEN I EXPERIENCED THE BREAKS UNEXPECTEDLY WENT OUT OR SLIPPED...IT'S HARD TO EXPLAIN EXACT FEELING BUT IT WAS SCARY. THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I WAS AT A STOP SIGN AT A SLIGHT HILL AND THE BREAKS MADE A STRANGE NOI...

Nov 27, 2019 Service Brakes

THE BREAKS PULSE WHEN YOUR STOPPING AND THERE HAVE BEEN TWO INSTANCES WHEN I EXPERIENCED THE BREAKS UNEXPECTEDLY WENT OUT OR SLIPPED...IT'S HARD TO EXPLAIN EXACT FEELING BUT IT WAS SCARY. THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I WAS AT A STOP SIGN AT A SLIGHT HILL AND THE BREAKS MADE A STRANGE NOI...

Nov 4, 2019 Visibility 151,707 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE DEFROSTER WAS IN USE, THE REAR WINDOW EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT A...

Nov 4, 2019 Visibility 151,707 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE DEFROSTER WAS IN USE, THE REAR WINDOW EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT A...

Nov 4, 2019 Visibility 151,707 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE DEFROSTER WAS IN USE, THE REAR WINDOW EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT A...

Nov 4, 2019 Visibility 151,707 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE DEFROSTER WAS IN USE, THE REAR WINDOW EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT A...

Oct 8, 2019 Structure 127,456 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE FRAME WAS RUSTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE SUBFRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRE...

Oct 8, 2019 Structure 127,456 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE FRAME WAS RUSTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE SUBFRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRE...

Sep 18, 2019 Structure 178,000 mi

TL* 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 DAM...

Sep 18, 2019 Structure 178,000 mi

TL* 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 DAM...

Sep 17, 2019 Structure 168,595 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OIL WAS DISCOVERED IN THE DRIVEWAY WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TARBOX TOYOTA (3671 QUAKER LN, NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI 02852, (401) 884-5438) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL WAS LEAKIN...

Sep 17, 2019 Power Train 168,595 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OIL WAS DISCOVERED IN THE DRIVEWAY WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TARBOX TOYOTA (3671 QUAKER LN, NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI 02852, (401) 884-5438) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL WAS LEAKIN...

Sep 17, 2019 Structure 168,595 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OIL WAS DISCOVERED IN THE DRIVEWAY WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TARBOX TOYOTA (3671 QUAKER LN, NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI 02852, (401) 884-5438) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL WAS LEAKIN...

Sep 17, 2019 Power Train 168,595 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OIL WAS DISCOVERED IN THE DRIVEWAY WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TARBOX TOYOTA (3671 QUAKER LN, NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI 02852, (401) 884-5438) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL WAS LEAKIN...

Sep 9, 2019 Suspension

MY VEHICLE HAS EXTENSIVE FRAME RUST ON THE RIGHT REAR LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT AND THE FRAME ABOVE THE THE MOUNT IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY. THE ONLY THING HOLDING THE FRAME TOGETHER IN THIS AREA IS THE LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT WELDMENT. THE FRAME BEHIND AND ABOVE THE LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT WELDMEN...

Sep 9, 2019 Fuel System, Gasoline

MY VEHICLE HAS EXTENSIVE FRAME RUST ON THE RIGHT REAR LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT AND THE FRAME ABOVE THE THE MOUNT IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY. THE ONLY THING HOLDING THE FRAME TOGETHER IN THIS AREA IS THE LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT WELDMENT. THE FRAME BEHIND AND ABOVE THE LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT WELDMEN...

Sep 9, 2019 Suspension

MY VEHICLE HAS EXTENSIVE FRAME RUST ON THE RIGHT REAR LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT AND THE FRAME ABOVE THE THE MOUNT IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY. THE ONLY THING HOLDING THE FRAME TOGETHER IN THIS AREA IS THE LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT WELDMENT. THE FRAME BEHIND AND ABOVE THE LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT WELDMEN...

Sep 9, 2019 Fuel System, Gasoline

MY VEHICLE HAS EXTENSIVE FRAME RUST ON THE RIGHT REAR LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT AND THE FRAME ABOVE THE THE MOUNT IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY. THE ONLY THING HOLDING THE FRAME TOGETHER IN THIS AREA IS THE LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT WELDMENT. THE FRAME BEHIND AND ABOVE THE LOWER TRAILING ARM MOUNT WELDMEN...

Aug 22, 2019 Structure 159,532 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ATLANTIC TOYOTA (671 LYNNWAY, LYNN, MA 01905, 781-599-4922) FOR REAR BRAKE REPAIRS. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED AND HAD A HOLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR ...

Aug 22, 2019 Structure 159,532 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ATLANTIC TOYOTA (671 LYNNWAY, LYNN, MA 01905, 781-599-4922) FOR REAR BRAKE REPAIRS. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED AND HAD A HOLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR ...

Jul 9, 2019 Suspension 145,000 mi

FRAME RUST RECALL- THE VEHICLES FRAME HAS MAJOR RUST AND CRACKS. VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION DUE TO THE THE AMOUNT OF RUST THAT HAS ACCUMULATED.

Jul 9, 2019 Unknown Or Other 145,000 mi

FRAME RUST RECALL- THE VEHICLES FRAME HAS MAJOR RUST AND CRACKS. VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION DUE TO THE THE AMOUNT OF RUST THAT HAS ACCUMULATED.

Jul 9, 2019 Suspension 145,000 mi

FRAME RUST RECALL- THE VEHICLES FRAME HAS MAJOR RUST AND CRACKS. VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION DUE TO THE THE AMOUNT OF RUST THAT HAS ACCUMULATED.

Jul 9, 2019 Unknown Or Other 145,000 mi

FRAME RUST RECALL- THE VEHICLES FRAME HAS MAJOR RUST AND CRACKS. VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION DUE TO THE THE AMOUNT OF RUST THAT HAS ACCUMULATED.

Jul 8, 2019 Structure 166,000 mi

EXCESSIVE FRAME RUST CAUSED BRACKET TO SNAP ON BUMPY ROADS MAKING VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ISSUE HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST PROBLEM WITH 4RUNNERS AND THIS IS ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF IT.

Jul 8, 2019 Structure 166,000 mi

EXCESSIVE FRAME RUST CAUSED BRACKET TO SNAP ON BUMPY ROADS MAKING VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. ISSUE HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST PROBLEM WITH 4RUNNERS AND THIS IS ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF IT.

Jun 26, 2019 Structure 85,000 mi

06 4RUNNER SAME FRAME AS RECALLED TACOMA. SAFETY ISSUE HEAVY RUST ON FRAME . MECHANIC SAID TO GET RID OF IT, ROTTING WHERE IT CONNECTS TO CONTROL ARMS. MAY NOT PASS NEXT INSPECTION

Jun 26, 2019 Steering 85,000 mi

06 4RUNNER SAME FRAME AS RECALLED TACOMA. SAFETY ISSUE HEAVY RUST ON FRAME . MECHANIC SAID TO GET RID OF IT, ROTTING WHERE IT CONNECTS TO CONTROL ARMS. MAY NOT PASS NEXT INSPECTION

Jun 26, 2019 Suspension 85,000 mi

06 4RUNNER SAME FRAME AS RECALLED TACOMA. SAFETY ISSUE HEAVY RUST ON FRAME . MECHANIC SAID TO GET RID OF IT, ROTTING WHERE IT CONNECTS TO CONTROL ARMS. MAY NOT PASS NEXT INSPECTION

Jun 26, 2019 Structure 76,000 mi

ON MY WAY TO MY NIECES BIRTHDAY I DROVE OVER TO A LOCAL PARK. ON MY WAY THERE I DROVE OVER A POT HOLE AS I WAS CUT OFF BY ANOTHER DRIVER AND COULDN'T AVOID IT I HEAR A LOUD NOISE FROM THE REAR AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWAY LEFT AND RIGHT AS I DROVE. I DIDN'T FEEL TO SAFE DRIVING IT AND I WAS A SHORT...

Jun 26, 2019 Structure 85,000 mi

06 4RUNNER SAME FRAME AS RECALLED TACOMA. SAFETY ISSUE HEAVY RUST ON FRAME . MECHANIC SAID TO GET RID OF IT, ROTTING WHERE IT CONNECTS TO CONTROL ARMS. MAY NOT PASS NEXT INSPECTION

Jun 26, 2019 Steering 85,000 mi

06 4RUNNER SAME FRAME AS RECALLED TACOMA. SAFETY ISSUE HEAVY RUST ON FRAME . MECHANIC SAID TO GET RID OF IT, ROTTING WHERE IT CONNECTS TO CONTROL ARMS. MAY NOT PASS NEXT INSPECTION

Jun 26, 2019 Suspension 85,000 mi

06 4RUNNER SAME FRAME AS RECALLED TACOMA. SAFETY ISSUE HEAVY RUST ON FRAME . MECHANIC SAID TO GET RID OF IT, ROTTING WHERE IT CONNECTS TO CONTROL ARMS. MAY NOT PASS NEXT INSPECTION

Jun 26, 2019 Structure 76,000 mi

ON MY WAY TO MY NIECES BIRTHDAY I DROVE OVER TO A LOCAL PARK. ON MY WAY THERE I DROVE OVER A POT HOLE AS I WAS CUT OFF BY ANOTHER DRIVER AND COULDN'T AVOID IT I HEAR A LOUD NOISE FROM THE REAR AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWAY LEFT AND RIGHT AS I DROVE. I DIDN'T FEEL TO SAFE DRIVING IT AND I WAS A SHORT...

Jun 21, 2019 Structure 80,000 mi

FRAME RUST

Jun 21, 2019 Structure 80,000 mi

FRAME RUST

Jun 18, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A DEALER IN 2014 WITH LOW MILES ON IT AND IT APPEARED TO BE IN GREAT SHAPE. THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS SPRAYED WITH WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A COATING TO PROTECT AGAINST RUST. I REALIZE NOW THE DEALER WAS PROBABLY TRYING TO HIDE THE RUST PROBLEMS. THE COATING FLAKED OFF A SHO...

Jun 18, 2019 Suspension 120,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A DEALER IN 2014 WITH LOW MILES ON IT AND IT APPEARED TO BE IN GREAT SHAPE. THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS SPRAYED WITH WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A COATING TO PROTECT AGAINST RUST. I REALIZE NOW THE DEALER WAS PROBABLY TRYING TO HIDE THE RUST PROBLEMS. THE COATING FLAKED OFF A SHO...

Jun 18, 2019 Unknown Or Other 120,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A DEALER IN 2014 WITH LOW MILES ON IT AND IT APPEARED TO BE IN GREAT SHAPE. THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS SPRAYED WITH WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A COATING TO PROTECT AGAINST RUST. I REALIZE NOW THE DEALER WAS PROBABLY TRYING TO HIDE THE RUST PROBLEMS. THE COATING FLAKED OFF A SHO...

Jun 18, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A DEALER IN 2014 WITH LOW MILES ON IT AND IT APPEARED TO BE IN GREAT SHAPE. THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS SPRAYED WITH WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A COATING TO PROTECT AGAINST RUST. I REALIZE NOW THE DEALER WAS PROBABLY TRYING TO HIDE THE RUST PROBLEMS. THE COATING FLAKED OFF A SHO...

Jun 18, 2019 Suspension 120,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A DEALER IN 2014 WITH LOW MILES ON IT AND IT APPEARED TO BE IN GREAT SHAPE. THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS SPRAYED WITH WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A COATING TO PROTECT AGAINST RUST. I REALIZE NOW THE DEALER WAS PROBABLY TRYING TO HIDE THE RUST PROBLEMS. THE COATING FLAKED OFF A SHO...

Jun 18, 2019 Unknown Or Other 120,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED FROM A DEALER IN 2014 WITH LOW MILES ON IT AND IT APPEARED TO BE IN GREAT SHAPE. THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS SPRAYED WITH WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A COATING TO PROTECT AGAINST RUST. I REALIZE NOW THE DEALER WAS PROBABLY TRYING TO HIDE THE RUST PROBLEMS. THE COATING FLAKED OFF A SHO...

Jun 17, 2019 Electrical System 145,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY USING MY REAR DEFROSTER WHEN MY BACK WINDOW SHATTERED WITHOUT CAUSE, IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT. THE SHOCK CAUSED ME AND THE DRIVER BEHIND ME TO BOTH SWERVE ALMOST CAUSING TWO WRECKS.

Jun 17, 2019 Unknown Or Other 145,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY USING MY REAR DEFROSTER WHEN MY BACK WINDOW SHATTERED WITHOUT CAUSE, IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT. THE SHOCK CAUSED ME AND THE DRIVER BEHIND ME TO BOTH SWERVE ALMOST CAUSING TWO WRECKS.

Jun 17, 2019 Electrical System 145,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY USING MY REAR DEFROSTER WHEN MY BACK WINDOW SHATTERED WITHOUT CAUSE, IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT. THE SHOCK CAUSED ME AND THE DRIVER BEHIND ME TO BOTH SWERVE ALMOST CAUSING TWO WRECKS.

Jun 17, 2019 Unknown Or Other 145,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY USING MY REAR DEFROSTER WHEN MY BACK WINDOW SHATTERED WITHOUT CAUSE, IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT. THE SHOCK CAUSED ME AND THE DRIVER BEHIND ME TO BOTH SWERVE ALMOST CAUSING TWO WRECKS.

Jun 3, 2019 Structure

LETTER FROM SENATOR MANCHIN III ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT, REQUESTING ASSISTANCE WITH HER EFFORTS TO REPORT DAMAGE AFFECTING THE DRIVING SAFETY OF HER TOYOTA 4-RUNNER (ATTN: ANGIE WALSH). *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED. *JS *JS

Jun 3, 2019 Structure

LETTER FROM SENATOR MANCHIN III ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT, REQUESTING ASSISTANCE WITH HER EFFORTS TO REPORT DAMAGE AFFECTING THE DRIVING SAFETY OF HER TOYOTA 4-RUNNER (ATTN: ANGIE WALSH). *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED. *JS *JS

May 24, 2019 Tires 13,039 mi

I RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT OF A TIRE STILL IN LIKE NEW CONDITION. I MAINTAIN ACCURATE AIR PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES AND CHECK THEM OFTEN. I ALSO HAD NOT DAMAGED THE TIRE IN ANY WAY. NO HOLES. NO REPAIRS. IT WAS LIKE NEW IN EVERY RESPECT. I WAS TRAVELING AT THE RATED SPEED LIMIT OF 70MPH ON AN INTE...

May 24, 2019 Tires 13,039 mi

I RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT OF A TIRE STILL IN LIKE NEW CONDITION. I MAINTAIN ACCURATE AIR PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES AND CHECK THEM OFTEN. I ALSO HAD NOT DAMAGED THE TIRE IN ANY WAY. NO HOLES. NO REPAIRS. IT WAS LIKE NEW IN EVERY RESPECT. I WAS TRAVELING AT THE RATED SPEED LIMIT OF 70MPH ON AN INTE...

May 16, 2019 Structure 125,000 mi

'06 4RUNNER THAT THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY SHOT. IT STARTED BY HAVING TO REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS AND TIE ROD ENDS PREMATURELY AND NOW THE WHOLE VEHICLE SITS 3 INCHES LOWER ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE REST OF THE VEHICLE IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION.

May 16, 2019 Structure 125,000 mi

'06 4RUNNER THAT THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY SHOT. IT STARTED BY HAVING TO REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS AND TIE ROD ENDS PREMATURELY AND NOW THE WHOLE VEHICLE SITS 3 INCHES LOWER ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE REST OF THE VEHICLE IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION.

May 8, 2019 Structure

TOYOTA 4RUNNER FRAME RUST. I JUST GOT BACK FROM THE STATE INSPECTION AND THEY SAID THE 4RUNNER WOULD NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION IN ONE YEAR. THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH IN SOME AREAS. THE FRAME NEEDS TO BE FIXED OR REPLACED. I AM HAVING TOYOTA INSPECT THE FRAME ON 5/15/2019 AT AUTONATION...

May 8, 2019 Steering

TOYOTA 4RUNNER FRAME RUST. I JUST GOT BACK FROM THE STATE INSPECTION AND THEY SAID THE 4RUNNER WOULD NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION IN ONE YEAR. THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH IN SOME AREAS. THE FRAME NEEDS TO BE FIXED OR REPLACED. I AM HAVING TOYOTA INSPECT THE FRAME ON 5/15/2019 AT AUTONATION...

May 8, 2019 Suspension

TOYOTA 4RUNNER FRAME RUST. I JUST GOT BACK FROM THE STATE INSPECTION AND THEY SAID THE 4RUNNER WOULD NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION IN ONE YEAR. THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH IN SOME AREAS. THE FRAME NEEDS TO BE FIXED OR REPLACED. I AM HAVING TOYOTA INSPECT THE FRAME ON 5/15/2019 AT AUTONATION...

May 8, 2019 Structure

TOYOTA 4RUNNER FRAME RUST. I JUST GOT BACK FROM THE STATE INSPECTION AND THEY SAID THE 4RUNNER WOULD NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION IN ONE YEAR. THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH IN SOME AREAS. THE FRAME NEEDS TO BE FIXED OR REPLACED. I AM HAVING TOYOTA INSPECT THE FRAME ON 5/15/2019 AT AUTONATION...

May 8, 2019 Steering

TOYOTA 4RUNNER FRAME RUST. I JUST GOT BACK FROM THE STATE INSPECTION AND THEY SAID THE 4RUNNER WOULD NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION IN ONE YEAR. THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH IN SOME AREAS. THE FRAME NEEDS TO BE FIXED OR REPLACED. I AM HAVING TOYOTA INSPECT THE FRAME ON 5/15/2019 AT AUTONATION...

May 8, 2019 Suspension

TOYOTA 4RUNNER FRAME RUST. I JUST GOT BACK FROM THE STATE INSPECTION AND THEY SAID THE 4RUNNER WOULD NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION IN ONE YEAR. THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH IN SOME AREAS. THE FRAME NEEDS TO BE FIXED OR REPLACED. I AM HAVING TOYOTA INSPECT THE FRAME ON 5/15/2019 AT AUTONATION...

May 6, 2019 Structure 174,500 mi

MY WIFE'S 4RUNNER STARTED TO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH EXTENSIVE BODY ROLL DURING ACCELERATION, BRAKING, AND BUMPS. IT MADE IT EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO KEEP THE VEHICLE IN IT'S OWN LANE ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THINKING THE PROBLEM WAS THE FRONT AND REAR SHOCKS I STARTED THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THEM. W...

May 6, 2019 Structure 174,500 mi

MY WIFE'S 4RUNNER STARTED TO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH EXTENSIVE BODY ROLL DURING ACCELERATION, BRAKING, AND BUMPS. IT MADE IT EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO KEEP THE VEHICLE IN IT'S OWN LANE ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THINKING THE PROBLEM WAS THE FRONT AND REAR SHOCKS I STARTED THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THEM. W...

Apr 26, 2019 Structure 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A SUBURBAN ROAD GOING ABOUT 25 MPH AND TOOK A CORNER WHICH FELT LIKE I HAD HIT SNOW OR ICE, HOWEVER CONDITIONS WERE OPTIMAL. THE FISHTAILING CONTINUED AND I PARKED MY CAR AS IT DID NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN THE MECHANIC LOOKED AT IT HE SAID I COULD HAVE BEEN IN A SERIOUS...

Apr 26, 2019 Suspension 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A SUBURBAN ROAD GOING ABOUT 25 MPH AND TOOK A CORNER WHICH FELT LIKE I HAD HIT SNOW OR ICE, HOWEVER CONDITIONS WERE OPTIMAL. THE FISHTAILING CONTINUED AND I PARKED MY CAR AS IT DID NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN THE MECHANIC LOOKED AT IT HE SAID I COULD HAVE BEEN IN A SERIOUS...

Apr 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A SUBURBAN ROAD GOING ABOUT 25 MPH AND TOOK A CORNER WHICH FELT LIKE I HAD HIT SNOW OR ICE, HOWEVER CONDITIONS WERE OPTIMAL. THE FISHTAILING CONTINUED AND I PARKED MY CAR AS IT DID NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN THE MECHANIC LOOKED AT IT HE SAID I COULD HAVE BEEN IN A SERIOUS...

Apr 26, 2019 Structure 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A SUBURBAN ROAD GOING ABOUT 25 MPH AND TOOK A CORNER WHICH FELT LIKE I HAD HIT SNOW OR ICE, HOWEVER CONDITIONS WERE OPTIMAL. THE FISHTAILING CONTINUED AND I PARKED MY CAR AS IT DID NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN THE MECHANIC LOOKED AT IT HE SAID I COULD HAVE BEEN IN A SERIOUS...

Apr 26, 2019 Suspension 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A SUBURBAN ROAD GOING ABOUT 25 MPH AND TOOK A CORNER WHICH FELT LIKE I HAD HIT SNOW OR ICE, HOWEVER CONDITIONS WERE OPTIMAL. THE FISHTAILING CONTINUED AND I PARKED MY CAR AS IT DID NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN THE MECHANIC LOOKED AT IT HE SAID I COULD HAVE BEEN IN A SERIOUS...

Apr 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A SUBURBAN ROAD GOING ABOUT 25 MPH AND TOOK A CORNER WHICH FELT LIKE I HAD HIT SNOW OR ICE, HOWEVER CONDITIONS WERE OPTIMAL. THE FISHTAILING CONTINUED AND I PARKED MY CAR AS IT DID NOT FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN THE MECHANIC LOOKED AT IT HE SAID I COULD HAVE BEEN IN A SERIOUS...

Apr 25, 2019 Structure 30,000 mi

RARELY DRIVEN, ABOUT 65,000 MILES AND THE FRAME IS RUSTING OUT. IT STARTED EARLY.

Apr 25, 2019 Structure 30,000 mi

RARELY DRIVEN, ABOUT 65,000 MILES AND THE FRAME IS RUSTING OUT. IT STARTED EARLY.

Apr 21, 2019 Structure

THE ENTIRE UNDERBODY OF MY 4RUNNER HAS A SEVERE AMOUNT OF RUST AND CORROSION. I HAVE ATTEMPTED TREATING THE RUST WITH RUST CONVERTER AND WIRE BRUSHING TO NO AVAIL. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE RUSTED OUT COMPONENTS AND THE EFFECT IT WILL HAVE ON THE VEHICLE.

Apr 21, 2019 Structure

THE ENTIRE UNDERBODY OF MY 4RUNNER HAS A SEVERE AMOUNT OF RUST AND CORROSION. I HAVE ATTEMPTED TREATING THE RUST WITH RUST CONVERTER AND WIRE BRUSHING TO NO AVAIL. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE RUSTED OUT COMPONENTS AND THE EFFECT IT WILL HAVE ON THE VEHICLE.

Apr 8, 2019 Structure 120,000 mi

THE FRAME OF MY 2006 4RUNNER HAS EXCESSIVE CORROSION AND RUST. THERE ARE AREAS WHERE THE METAL HAS BECOME VERY THIN, AND MORE AND MORE METAL KEEPS FLAKING OFF ALL THE TIME. I HAVE ALREADY NOTICED A COUPLE OF HOLES THROUGH THE FRAME RAILS. I'M ESPECIALLY WORRIED ABOUT THE AREAS WHERE SUSPENSION CO...

Apr 8, 2019 Structure 120,000 mi

THE FRAME OF MY 2006 4RUNNER HAS EXCESSIVE CORROSION AND RUST. THERE ARE AREAS WHERE THE METAL HAS BECOME VERY THIN, AND MORE AND MORE METAL KEEPS FLAKING OFF ALL THE TIME. I HAVE ALREADY NOTICED A COUPLE OF HOLES THROUGH THE FRAME RAILS. I'M ESPECIALLY WORRIED ABOUT THE AREAS WHERE SUSPENSION CO...

Apr 4, 2019 Structure

THE ROOF RUBBER STRIP ON THE DRIVER SIDE CAME FLYING OFF WHEN MY SUV TRUCK WAS UNDER THE AIR DRYER IN THE CAR WASH ON 03/31/2019. I HEARD A HORRIBLE THUMPING SOUND ON THE ROOF OF MY CAR AND NOTICED THERE WAS A RUBBER STRIP ON THE GROUND AND FOUND THAT THE ROOF RUBBER STRIP ON THE DRIVER SIDE WAS M...

Apr 4, 2019 Structure 149,000 mi

DESPITE HAVING PREVIOUSLY TREATED MY UNDERCARRIAGE WITH RUST-PROOF SPRAYS NUMEROUS TIMES, MY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THAT MY TOYOTA IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND IT DID NOT RECEIVE AN INSPECTION STICKER DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST. IN ADDITION TO THE COMPLETE RUSTING THE MY XREAS SHOCK/SUSPENSION SYSTEM (A $3,000...

Apr 4, 2019 Suspension 149,000 mi

DESPITE HAVING PREVIOUSLY TREATED MY UNDERCARRIAGE WITH RUST-PROOF SPRAYS NUMEROUS TIMES, MY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THAT MY TOYOTA IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND IT DID NOT RECEIVE AN INSPECTION STICKER DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST. IN ADDITION TO THE COMPLETE RUSTING THE MY XREAS SHOCK/SUSPENSION SYSTEM (A $3,000...

Apr 4, 2019 Structure

THE ROOF RUBBER STRIP ON THE DRIVER SIDE CAME FLYING OFF WHEN MY SUV TRUCK WAS UNDER THE AIR DRYER IN THE CAR WASH ON 03/31/2019. I HEARD A HORRIBLE THUMPING SOUND ON THE ROOF OF MY CAR AND NOTICED THERE WAS A RUBBER STRIP ON THE GROUND AND FOUND THAT THE ROOF RUBBER STRIP ON THE DRIVER SIDE WAS M...

Apr 4, 2019 Structure 149,000 mi

DESPITE HAVING PREVIOUSLY TREATED MY UNDERCARRIAGE WITH RUST-PROOF SPRAYS NUMEROUS TIMES, MY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THAT MY TOYOTA IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND IT DID NOT RECEIVE AN INSPECTION STICKER DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST. IN ADDITION TO THE COMPLETE RUSTING THE MY XREAS SHOCK/SUSPENSION SYSTEM (A $3,000...

Apr 4, 2019 Suspension 149,000 mi

DESPITE HAVING PREVIOUSLY TREATED MY UNDERCARRIAGE WITH RUST-PROOF SPRAYS NUMEROUS TIMES, MY MECHANIC HAS TOLD ME THAT MY TOYOTA IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND IT DID NOT RECEIVE AN INSPECTION STICKER DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST. IN ADDITION TO THE COMPLETE RUSTING THE MY XREAS SHOCK/SUSPENSION SYSTEM (A $3,000...

Apr 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other

THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE RUSTED EXHAUST SYSTEM TODAY AND ADVISED ME TO GET RID OF THIS VEHICLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS IT WOULD NOT BE SAFE TO OPERATE IN LESS THAN A YEAR DUE HEAVY AND UNUSUAL FLAKING RUST ON THE FRAME AND OTHER UNDERCARRIAGE PARTS.

Apr 2, 2019 Structure 102,000 mi

HEAVY RUST ON FRAME. FOUND A HOLE ON MAIN BODY FRAME THIS WEEKEND WHILE AT WORK ON MY CAR LIFT.

Apr 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other

THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE RUSTED EXHAUST SYSTEM TODAY AND ADVISED ME TO GET RID OF THIS VEHICLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS IT WOULD NOT BE SAFE TO OPERATE IN LESS THAN A YEAR DUE HEAVY AND UNUSUAL FLAKING RUST ON THE FRAME AND OTHER UNDERCARRIAGE PARTS.

Apr 2, 2019 Structure 102,000 mi

HEAVY RUST ON FRAME. FOUND A HOLE ON MAIN BODY FRAME THIS WEEKEND WHILE AT WORK ON MY CAR LIFT.

Mar 28, 2019 Structure

THE FRAME OF THIS 4RUNNER IS RUSTED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITION OF SALT AND SNOW UP NORTH. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL FOR THESE 4RUNNERS

Mar 28, 2019 Structure

THE FRAME OF THIS 4RUNNER IS RUSTED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITION OF SALT AND SNOW UP NORTH. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL FOR THESE 4RUNNERS

Mar 27, 2019 Structure 85,000 mi

DURING REPLACEMENT OF FRONT BRAKES WHEN VEHICLE WAS ON A LIFT THE MECHANIC POINTED-OUT SEVERE FRAME RUST AND SAID THE TRUCK WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION IN PENNSYLVANIA. THERE WERE LARGE HOLES IN SEVERAL AREAS OF THE FRAME. THIS IS A 2006 MODEL WITH ONLY 85,000 MILES OF USAGE.

Mar 27, 2019 Structure 85,000 mi

DURING REPLACEMENT OF FRONT BRAKES WHEN VEHICLE WAS ON A LIFT THE MECHANIC POINTED-OUT SEVERE FRAME RUST AND SAID THE TRUCK WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION IN PENNSYLVANIA. THERE WERE LARGE HOLES IN SEVERAL AREAS OF THE FRAME. THIS IS A 2006 MODEL WITH ONLY 85,000 MILES OF USAGE.

Mar 20, 2019 Suspension

SEVERE FRAME RUST WHERE THE SUSPENSION AND BODY CONNECT TO THE FRAME. VERY SIMILAR TO THE TOYOTA TACOMA FRAMES I SEE AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND ARE BEING SENT TO SCRAP. VERY SCARY!

Mar 20, 2019 Suspension

SEVERE FRAME RUST WHERE THE SUSPENSION AND BODY CONNECT TO THE FRAME. VERY SIMILAR TO THE TOYOTA TACOMA FRAMES I SEE AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND ARE BEING SENT TO SCRAP. VERY SCARY!

Feb 27, 2019 Suspension 103,125 mi

THE FRAME IS RUSTED BAD IN FRONT OF LEFT REAR WHEEL WHILE THE REST OF VEHICLE LOOKS NEW.

Feb 27, 2019 Unknown Or Other 103,125 mi

THE FRAME IS RUSTED BAD IN FRONT OF LEFT REAR WHEEL WHILE THE REST OF VEHICLE LOOKS NEW.

Feb 27, 2019 Suspension 103,125 mi

THE FRAME IS RUSTED BAD IN FRONT OF LEFT REAR WHEEL WHILE THE REST OF VEHICLE LOOKS NEW.

Feb 27, 2019 Unknown Or Other 103,125 mi

THE FRAME IS RUSTED BAD IN FRONT OF LEFT REAR WHEEL WHILE THE REST OF VEHICLE LOOKS NEW.

Feb 25, 2019 Unknown Or Other 135,000 mi

I NOTICED THAT THE FRAME OF MY 06 4RUNNER HAS BEGUN TO CORRODE SEVERELY. THERE ARE HOLES IN THE FRAME THAT POSE A SEVERE SAFETY THREAT AND I'M CONCERNED THAT THE WHOLE FRAME COULD GIVE OUT AT ANY TIME. TOYOTA RECALLED TACOMA'S FROM THE SAME TIMESPAN DUE TO FRAME ISSUES YET THE 4RUNNERS WERE LEFT OFF...

Feb 25, 2019 Unknown Or Other 135,000 mi

I NOTICED THAT THE FRAME OF MY 06 4RUNNER HAS BEGUN TO CORRODE SEVERELY. THERE ARE HOLES IN THE FRAME THAT POSE A SEVERE SAFETY THREAT AND I'M CONCERNED THAT THE WHOLE FRAME COULD GIVE OUT AT ANY TIME. TOYOTA RECALLED TACOMA'S FROM THE SAME TIMESPAN DUE TO FRAME ISSUES YET THE 4RUNNERS WERE LEFT OFF...

Feb 22, 2019 Visibility/wiper 225,000 mi

REAR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WITH LOUD POP IN AN ALARMING FASHION WHILE DRIVING DOWN FREEWAY WITH DEFOGGER ON. APPEARS TO BE ISSUE COVERED IN TOYOTA T-SB-0189-17.

Feb 22, 2019 Visibility/wiper 225,000 mi

REAR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WITH LOUD POP IN AN ALARMING FASHION WHILE DRIVING DOWN FREEWAY WITH DEFOGGER ON. APPEARS TO BE ISSUE COVERED IN TOYOTA T-SB-0189-17.

Feb 19, 2019 Suspension 130,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 4X4 SPORT ON 10-4-2018 FOR 9,000.00 WITH 130,000 MILES ON IT A FEW DAYS LATER I TOOK IT IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND A LOOK OVER AT MY FAVORITE SHOP AT THAT TIME I WAS TOLD THAT MY FRAME WAS RUSTING THROUGH FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND THERE WERE A FEW HOLES RUSTED THROUGH ...

Feb 19, 2019 Suspension 130,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 4X4 SPORT ON 10-4-2018 FOR 9,000.00 WITH 130,000 MILES ON IT A FEW DAYS LATER I TOOK IT IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND A LOOK OVER AT MY FAVORITE SHOP AT THAT TIME I WAS TOLD THAT MY FRAME WAS RUSTING THROUGH FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND THERE WERE A FEW HOLES RUSTED THROUGH ...

Feb 13, 2019 Structure 180,000 mi

THE BRACKET HOLDING THE MOTOR MOUNT BROKE INTO THE FRAME CAUSING THE MOTOR TO HIT THE DIFFERENTIAL AND BREAK THE UPPER ENGINE OIL PAN. ATTACHED ARE TWO PICTURES, ONE SHOWING A NORMAL CONNECTION AT THE FRAME AND THE OTHER SHOWN BROKEN INTO THE FRAME. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY RUST/CORROSION AND/OR...

Feb 13, 2019 Structure 180,000 mi

THE BRACKET HOLDING THE MOTOR MOUNT BROKE INTO THE FRAME CAUSING THE MOTOR TO HIT THE DIFFERENTIAL AND BREAK THE UPPER ENGINE OIL PAN. ATTACHED ARE TWO PICTURES, ONE SHOWING A NORMAL CONNECTION AT THE FRAME AND THE OTHER SHOWN BROKEN INTO THE FRAME. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY RUST/CORROSION AND/OR...

Feb 9, 2019 Structure 130,000 mi

THE VEHICLE FRAME AS WELL AS OTHER STEEL COMPONENTS INCLUDING IN THE SUSPENSION SYSTEM ARE EXPERIENCING SEVERE, PROGRESSIVE DETERIORATION DUE TO RUSTING. THE FRAME RUST IS THE MOST PROBLEMATIC AND DANGEROUS BECAUSE IT IS OCCURRING ON THE INSIDE OF THE FRAME AND, THEREFORE, CAN NEITHER BE SEEN NOR R...

Feb 9, 2019 Structure 130,000 mi

THIS IS AN ADDENDUM TO COMPLAINT NUMBER 11175888. THE PURPOSE FOR THE ADDENDUM IS TO ADD BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS.

Feb 9, 2019 Structure 175,000 mi

PURCHASED MY 4RUNNER CERTIFIED USED BY MODERN TOYOTA OF BOONE IN FEB 2012. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO TOYOTA THE NEXT YEAR LOCALLY AND THEY MENTIONED THAT I HAVE SEVERE FRAME RUST BUT BY THIS TIME THE WARRANTY HAS ALREADY EXPIRED. FILED A COMPLAINT WITH TOYOTA REGARDING FRAME RUST AND THE FACT THAT I WAS...

Feb 9, 2019 Unknown Or Other 175,000 mi

PURCHASED MY 4RUNNER CERTIFIED USED BY MODERN TOYOTA OF BOONE IN FEB 2012. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO TOYOTA THE NEXT YEAR LOCALLY AND THEY MENTIONED THAT I HAVE SEVERE FRAME RUST BUT BY THIS TIME THE WARRANTY HAS ALREADY EXPIRED. FILED A COMPLAINT WITH TOYOTA REGARDING FRAME RUST AND THE FACT THAT I WAS...

Feb 9, 2019 Structure 130,000 mi

THE VEHICLE FRAME AS WELL AS OTHER STEEL COMPONENTS INCLUDING IN THE SUSPENSION SYSTEM ARE EXPERIENCING SEVERE, PROGRESSIVE DETERIORATION DUE TO RUSTING. THE FRAME RUST IS THE MOST PROBLEMATIC AND DANGEROUS BECAUSE IT IS OCCURRING ON THE INSIDE OF THE FRAME AND, THEREFORE, CAN NEITHER BE SEEN NOR R...

Feb 9, 2019 Structure 130,000 mi

THIS IS AN ADDENDUM TO COMPLAINT NUMBER 11175888. THE PURPOSE FOR THE ADDENDUM IS TO ADD BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS.

Feb 9, 2019 Structure 175,000 mi

PURCHASED MY 4RUNNER CERTIFIED USED BY MODERN TOYOTA OF BOONE IN FEB 2012. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO TOYOTA THE NEXT YEAR LOCALLY AND THEY MENTIONED THAT I HAVE SEVERE FRAME RUST BUT BY THIS TIME THE WARRANTY HAS ALREADY EXPIRED. FILED A COMPLAINT WITH TOYOTA REGARDING FRAME RUST AND THE FACT THAT I WAS...

Feb 9, 2019 Unknown Or Other 175,000 mi

PURCHASED MY 4RUNNER CERTIFIED USED BY MODERN TOYOTA OF BOONE IN FEB 2012. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO TOYOTA THE NEXT YEAR LOCALLY AND THEY MENTIONED THAT I HAVE SEVERE FRAME RUST BUT BY THIS TIME THE WARRANTY HAS ALREADY EXPIRED. FILED A COMPLAINT WITH TOYOTA REGARDING FRAME RUST AND THE FACT THAT I WAS...

Jan 22, 2019 Structure 153,000 mi

VEHICLE BODY IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. WOULD NOT PASS PA INSPECTION WITHOUT FRAME WELDING. OTHER SUSPENSION BARS AND FRAME ISSUES ALSO AS A RESULT OF RUST. OVER $4000 TO FIX THE ISSUE.

Jan 22, 2019 Suspension 153,000 mi

VEHICLE BODY IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. WOULD NOT PASS PA INSPECTION WITHOUT FRAME WELDING. OTHER SUSPENSION BARS AND FRAME ISSUES ALSO AS A RESULT OF RUST. OVER $4000 TO FIX THE ISSUE.

Jan 22, 2019 Structure 153,000 mi

VEHICLE BODY IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. WOULD NOT PASS PA INSPECTION WITHOUT FRAME WELDING. OTHER SUSPENSION BARS AND FRAME ISSUES ALSO AS A RESULT OF RUST. OVER $4000 TO FIX THE ISSUE.

Jan 22, 2019 Suspension 153,000 mi

VEHICLE BODY IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. WOULD NOT PASS PA INSPECTION WITHOUT FRAME WELDING. OTHER SUSPENSION BARS AND FRAME ISSUES ALSO AS A RESULT OF RUST. OVER $4000 TO FIX THE ISSUE.

Jan 13, 2019 Structure 149,500 mi

MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF RUST ALL THROUGHOUT THE FRAME HAVE LED TO WEAKENED OR NON- EXISTENT METAL IN MANY LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE NEAR ENTIRETY OF THE FRAME OF THE 4RUNNER. HAD A MECHANIC STATE THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE 'GOTTEN RID OF' OR THAT I SHOULD BE 'OK WITH THE VEHICLE BREAKING CATASTROPHICALLY...

Jan 13, 2019 Structure 149,500 mi

MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF RUST ALL THROUGHOUT THE FRAME HAVE LED TO WEAKENED OR NON- EXISTENT METAL IN MANY LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE NEAR ENTIRETY OF THE FRAME OF THE 4RUNNER. HAD A MECHANIC STATE THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE 'GOTTEN RID OF' OR THAT I SHOULD BE 'OK WITH THE VEHICLE BREAKING CATASTROPHICALLY...

Jan 12, 2019 Unknown Or Other

I TURNED ON THE REAR DEFROST IN THE HIGHWAY. AFTER ABOUT 10 MINUTES, I STARTED TO SMELL A SLIGHT BURNING SMELL. BACKGLASS WAS EXPLODED WITH MY 3 YEARS KID. I CALLED TOYOTA DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THE WARRANTY IS EXPIRED.

Jan 12, 2019 Unknown Or Other

I TURNED ON THE REAR DEFROST IN THE HIGHWAY. AFTER ABOUT 10 MINUTES, I STARTED TO SMELL A SLIGHT BURNING SMELL. BACKGLASS WAS EXPLODED WITH MY 3 YEARS KID. I CALLED TOYOTA DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THE WARRANTY IS EXPIRED.

Jan 10, 2019 Electrical System 189,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET WE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. WE PULLED OVER TO A VACANT PARKING LOT AND PUT THE CAR IN PARK, BEFORE WE COULD GET OF THE CAR THE BACK WINDOW EXPLODED INTO LOTS OF SMALL PIECES. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS SITTING IN THE BACK SEAT BECAUSE GLASSED LANDED IN THE BACK SEAT AS WE...

Jan 10, 2019 Electrical System 189,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET WE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. WE PULLED OVER TO A VACANT PARKING LOT AND PUT THE CAR IN PARK, BEFORE WE COULD GET OF THE CAR THE BACK WINDOW EXPLODED INTO LOTS OF SMALL PIECES. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS SITTING IN THE BACK SEAT BECAUSE GLASSED LANDED IN THE BACK SEAT AS WE...

Jan 4, 2019 Unknown Or Other 8,600,000 mi

TURNING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND HAD REAR DEFROSTER ON. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES SMELLED A "BURNING SMELL" AND SECONDS LATER MY BACK GLASS SHATTERED.

Jan 4, 2019 Unknown Or Other 86,000 mi

TURNING OUT OF PARKING LOT. REAR DEFROST WAS ON. STARTED SMELLING A "BURNING SMELL" AND SECONDS LATER MY REAR GLASS SHATTERED.

Jan 4, 2019 Unknown Or Other 8,600,000 mi

TURNING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND HAD REAR DEFROSTER ON. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES SMELLED A "BURNING SMELL" AND SECONDS LATER MY BACK GLASS SHATTERED.

Jan 4, 2019 Unknown Or Other 86,000 mi

TURNING OUT OF PARKING LOT. REAR DEFROST WAS ON. STARTED SMELLING A "BURNING SMELL" AND SECONDS LATER MY REAR GLASS SHATTERED.

Jan 3, 2019 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED HAS EXCESSIVE RUST CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FRAME, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, WHEELS, EXHAUST SYSTEM AND BOLTS/BRACING. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT AXLES DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ...

Jan 3, 2019 Suspension 70,000 mi

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED HAS EXCESSIVE RUST CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FRAME, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, WHEELS, EXHAUST SYSTEM AND BOLTS/BRACING. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT AXLES DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ...

Jan 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED HAS EXCESSIVE RUST CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FRAME, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, WHEELS, EXHAUST SYSTEM AND BOLTS/BRACING. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT AXLES DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ...

Jan 3, 2019 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED HAS EXCESSIVE RUST CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FRAME, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, WHEELS, EXHAUST SYSTEM AND BOLTS/BRACING. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT AXLES DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ...

Jan 3, 2019 Suspension 70,000 mi

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED HAS EXCESSIVE RUST CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FRAME, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, WHEELS, EXHAUST SYSTEM AND BOLTS/BRACING. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT AXLES DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ...

Jan 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 70,000 mi

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED HAS EXCESSIVE RUST CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FRAME, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, WHEELS, EXHAUST SYSTEM AND BOLTS/BRACING. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT AXLES DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ...

Jan 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other 200,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME RUST.

Jan 2, 2019 Structure 190,000 mi

THE FRAME IS ABNORMALLY RUSTED TO THE POINT ON PERFERATION IN SEVERAL LOCATIONS MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Jan 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other 177,683 mi

TOOK MY 4RUNNER IN TO GET A NEW MUFFLER SINCE IT STARTED TO RUST OFF AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FRAME IS RUSTING OUT AND HAS A FEW SMALL RUST HOLES THAT CAR WILL NOT BE GOOD FOR MUCH LONGER.

Jan 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other 200,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME RUST.

Jan 2, 2019 Structure 190,000 mi

THE FRAME IS ABNORMALLY RUSTED TO THE POINT ON PERFERATION IN SEVERAL LOCATIONS MAKING IT UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Jan 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other 177,683 mi

TOOK MY 4RUNNER IN TO GET A NEW MUFFLER SINCE IT STARTED TO RUST OFF AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FRAME IS RUSTING OUT AND HAS A FEW SMALL RUST HOLES THAT CAR WILL NOT BE GOOD FOR MUCH LONGER.

Dec 28, 2018 Structure

ST LAST YEAR, TOYOTA SETTLED A CLASS-ACTION LAWSUIT INVOLVING APPROXIMATELY 1.5 MILLION TACOMA, TUNDRA AND SEQUOIA TRUCKS ALSO BUILT ON A FRAME1 ' TOYOTA AGREED TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRAMES AT AN ESTIMATED COST OF $3.4 BILLION. THIS CONFIRMS FRAME CORROSION IS A PROBLEM WELL-KNOWN TO TOYOTA...

Dec 28, 2018 Structure

STRUCTURAL - FRAME RUST. TOYOTA HAS NOT RECALLED THE 4RUNNER DUE TO FRAME RUST EXPERIENCED ON THE TACOMA. ATTACHED ARE PICTURES OF UNDERBODY. THIS VEHICLE WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION AND I AM LOCATED IN CALIFORNIA WHERE LAWS ARE STRICT.

Dec 28, 2018 Structure

ST LAST YEAR, TOYOTA SETTLED A CLASS-ACTION LAWSUIT INVOLVING APPROXIMATELY 1.5 MILLION TACOMA, TUNDRA AND SEQUOIA TRUCKS ALSO BUILT ON A FRAME1 ' TOYOTA AGREED TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRAMES AT AN ESTIMATED COST OF $3.4 BILLION. THIS CONFIRMS FRAME CORROSION IS A PROBLEM WELL-KNOWN TO TOYOTA...

Dec 28, 2018 Structure

STRUCTURAL - FRAME RUST. TOYOTA HAS NOT RECALLED THE 4RUNNER DUE TO FRAME RUST EXPERIENCED ON THE TACOMA. ATTACHED ARE PICTURES OF UNDERBODY. THIS VEHICLE WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION AND I AM LOCATED IN CALIFORNIA WHERE LAWS ARE STRICT.

Dec 13, 2018 Structure

2006 4RUNNER WITH 165K MILES WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION DUE TO EXCESSIVE FRAME RUST. I PURCHASED THIS BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALER AND HAVE TAKEN EXCELLENT CARE OF IT. THERE IS NO RUST ON THE BODY. THE RUST IS EXCESSIVE FOR OTHER SIMILAR VEHICLES FROM OTHER MANUFACTURES. TOYOTA HAS REPLACED SIMILAR FRAME...

Dec 13, 2018 Structure

2006 4RUNNER WITH 165K MILES WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION DUE TO EXCESSIVE FRAME RUST. I PURCHASED THIS BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALER AND HAVE TAKEN EXCELLENT CARE OF IT. THERE IS NO RUST ON THE BODY. THE RUST IS EXCESSIVE FOR OTHER SIMILAR VEHICLES FROM OTHER MANUFACTURES. TOYOTA HAS REPLACED SIMILAR FRAME...

Dec 10, 2018 Visibility/wiper 111,900 mi

REAR WINDOW EXPLODES AND SHATTERS SENDING GLASS PIECES AND RAZOR SHARP TINY GLASS SHARDS THROUGHOUT THE BACK COMPARTMENT WITH SOME PIECES MAKING IT TO THE BACK SEAT. SUSPECTED CAUSE IS RELATED TO USE OF THE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER. OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH ON A HIGHWAY IN RAINY WEATHER. OUTSIDE...

Dec 10, 2018 Visibility/wiper 111,900 mi

REAR WINDOW EXPLODES AND SHATTERS SENDING GLASS PIECES AND RAZOR SHARP TINY GLASS SHARDS THROUGHOUT THE BACK COMPARTMENT WITH SOME PIECES MAKING IT TO THE BACK SEAT. SUSPECTED CAUSE IS RELATED TO USE OF THE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER. OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH ON A HIGHWAY IN RAINY WEATHER. OUTSIDE...

Dec 6, 2018 Structure 168,805 mi

OUR FRAME IS RUSTED SO BADLY THAT IT WOULD HAVE FAILED THE SAFETY INSPECTION IF WE DID NOT FIX THE HUGE HOLES IN IT AT THE REAR BUMPER. WE ARE WERE TOLD BY OUR SAFETY INSPECTOR THAT OUR ENTIRE FRAME IS VERY RUSTY AND WE MUST DO SOMETHING TO FIX IT RIGHT NOW. IT WILL NOT PASS THE SAFETY INSPECTION ...

Dec 6, 2018 Structure 168,805 mi

OUR FRAME IS RUSTED SO BADLY THAT IT WOULD HAVE FAILED THE SAFETY INSPECTION IF WE DID NOT FIX THE HUGE HOLES IN IT AT THE REAR BUMPER. WE ARE WERE TOLD BY OUR SAFETY INSPECTOR THAT OUR ENTIRE FRAME IS VERY RUSTY AND WE MUST DO SOMETHING TO FIX IT RIGHT NOW. IT WILL NOT PASS THE SAFETY INSPECTION ...

Dec 3, 2018 Structure 99,400 mi

CAR HAS 99,400 MILES, WOULD NOT PASS PA STATE INSP DUE TO RUST HOLES ON FRAME

Dec 3, 2018 Structure 99,400 mi

CAR HAS 99,400 MILES, WOULD NOT PASS PA STATE INSP DUE TO RUST HOLES ON FRAME

Nov 29, 2018 Structure

ABNORMAL RUSTING OF THE FRAME AND UNDERCARRIAGE.

Nov 29, 2018 Structure

ABNORMAL RUSTING OF THE FRAME AND UNDERCARRIAGE.

Nov 21, 2018 Structure 178,231 mi

WAS INFORMED YESTERDAY BY OUR MECHANIC WHO WAS PERFORMING AN OIL CHANGE THAT THIS VEHICLE WOULD NOT PASS NEXT INSPECTION DUE TO FRAME RUST AND CORROSION. I HAVE NOT TAKEN PICTURES BUT CAN IF NEEDED.

Nov 21, 2018 Structure 94,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE USED WITH 86,000 MILES ON IT. NOT EVEN A YEAR LATER MY POWER STEERING RETURN LINE RUSTED THROUGH AND WOULD NOT HOLD ANY POWER STEERING FLUID AT ALL. I REPLACED THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINES WITH AFTER MARKET RUBBER LINE. I FIGURED THIS OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND MY POWER STEER...

Nov 21, 2018 Steering 94,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE USED WITH 86,000 MILES ON IT. NOT EVEN A YEAR LATER MY POWER STEERING RETURN LINE RUSTED THROUGH AND WOULD NOT HOLD ANY POWER STEERING FLUID AT ALL. I REPLACED THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINES WITH AFTER MARKET RUBBER LINE. I FIGURED THIS OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND MY POWER STEER...

Nov 21, 2018 Structure 178,231 mi

WAS INFORMED YESTERDAY BY OUR MECHANIC WHO WAS PERFORMING AN OIL CHANGE THAT THIS VEHICLE WOULD NOT PASS NEXT INSPECTION DUE TO FRAME RUST AND CORROSION. I HAVE NOT TAKEN PICTURES BUT CAN IF NEEDED.

Nov 21, 2018 Structure 94,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE USED WITH 86,000 MILES ON IT. NOT EVEN A YEAR LATER MY POWER STEERING RETURN LINE RUSTED THROUGH AND WOULD NOT HOLD ANY POWER STEERING FLUID AT ALL. I REPLACED THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINES WITH AFTER MARKET RUBBER LINE. I FIGURED THIS OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND MY POWER STEER...

Nov 21, 2018 Steering 94,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE USED WITH 86,000 MILES ON IT. NOT EVEN A YEAR LATER MY POWER STEERING RETURN LINE RUSTED THROUGH AND WOULD NOT HOLD ANY POWER STEERING FLUID AT ALL. I REPLACED THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINES WITH AFTER MARKET RUBBER LINE. I FIGURED THIS OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND MY POWER STEER...

Nov 19, 2018 Structure 41,822 mi

VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION DUE TO A CORRODED FRAME! ODOMETER READING IS 41,822MILES, THIS HAPPENED AFTER REPLACING 2 RUSTED BRAKE LINES. VEHICLE IS UNDRIVEABLE.

Nov 19, 2018 Structure 41,822 mi

VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION DUE TO A CORRODED FRAME! ODOMETER READING IS 41,822MILES, THIS HAPPENED AFTER REPLACING 2 RUSTED BRAKE LINES. VEHICLE IS UNDRIVEABLE.

Nov 7, 2018 Structure 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO IRA TOYOTA OF TEWKSBURY (468 MAIN ST, TEWKSBURY, MA 01876, (978) 863-9009), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED RUST ON THE FRAME. THE DEALER INFO...

Nov 7, 2018 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO IRA TOYOTA OF TEWKSBURY (468 MAIN ST, TEWKSBURY, MA 01876, (978) 863-9009), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED RUST ON THE FRAME. THE DEALER INFO...

Nov 7, 2018 Structure 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO IRA TOYOTA OF TEWKSBURY (468 MAIN ST, TEWKSBURY, MA 01876, (978) 863-9009), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED RUST ON THE FRAME. THE DEALER INFO...

Nov 7, 2018 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO IRA TOYOTA OF TEWKSBURY (468 MAIN ST, TEWKSBURY, MA 01876, (978) 863-9009), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED RUST ON THE FRAME. THE DEALER INFO...

Nov 2, 2018 Structure

MY SUB FRAME IS ROTTING AND RUSTING AWAY

Nov 2, 2018 Structure 96,438 mi

THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH IN A COUPLE OF PLACES ON MY 4RUNNER. MY LOCAL DEALER DID AN INSPECTION AND THERE ARE HOLES RUSTED THROUGH THE FRAME. I'M AFRAID IN AN ACCIDENT THAT THE FRAME WILL NOT HOLD UP AND CAUSE INJURY TO MY OCCUPANTS AND MYSELF. PLEASE INFORM TOYOTA OF THESE RUSTED FRAMES. THA...

Nov 2, 2018 Structure

MY SUB FRAME IS ROTTING AND RUSTING AWAY

Nov 2, 2018 Structure 96,438 mi

THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH IN A COUPLE OF PLACES ON MY 4RUNNER. MY LOCAL DEALER DID AN INSPECTION AND THERE ARE HOLES RUSTED THROUGH THE FRAME. I'M AFRAID IN AN ACCIDENT THAT THE FRAME WILL NOT HOLD UP AND CAUSE INJURY TO MY OCCUPANTS AND MYSELF. PLEASE INFORM TOYOTA OF THESE RUSTED FRAMES. THA...

Oct 31, 2018 Visibility/wiper 196,000 mi

I TURNED ON THE REAR DEFROST IN MY DRIVEWAY. AFTER ABOUT 1 MINUTE, I STARTED TO SMELL A SLIGHT BURNING SMELL. AS SOON AS I SMELLED IT, THE REAR GLASS SHATTERED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. I WAS TURNING ONTO HIGHWAY 70 FROM BRIDGEWAY DRIVE IN COOKEVILLE, TN. THE WINDOW SHATTERED COMPLETELY ON...

Oct 31, 2018 Visibility/wiper 196,000 mi

I TURNED ON THE REAR DEFROST IN MY DRIVEWAY. AFTER ABOUT 1 MINUTE, I STARTED TO SMELL A SLIGHT BURNING SMELL. AS SOON AS I SMELLED IT, THE REAR GLASS SHATTERED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. I WAS TURNING ONTO HIGHWAY 70 FROM BRIDGEWAY DRIVE IN COOKEVILLE, TN. THE WINDOW SHATTERED COMPLETELY ON...

Oct 28, 2018 Structure 150,000 mi

I HAD THE CAR IN FOR MAINTENANCE AND THE MECHANIC FOUND EXCESSIVE RUST AT THE RIGHT REAR FRAME RAIL AT AND AROUND THE TRAILING ARM BRACE. IT IS A CONCERN KNOWING THE TOYOTA RECOGNIZED A NEED TO REPLACE/REPAIR THE FRAME USED IN THEIR TACOMA MODELS DUE TO RUST PROBLEMS WHICH IS THE SAME FRAME USED IN...

Oct 28, 2018 Structure 150,000 mi

I HAD THE CAR IN FOR MAINTENANCE AND THE MECHANIC FOUND EXCESSIVE RUST AT THE RIGHT REAR FRAME RAIL AT AND AROUND THE TRAILING ARM BRACE. IT IS A CONCERN KNOWING THE TOYOTA RECOGNIZED A NEED TO REPLACE/REPAIR THE FRAME USED IN THEIR TACOMA MODELS DUE TO RUST PROBLEMS WHICH IS THE SAME FRAME USED IN...

Oct 24, 2018 Unknown Or Other 45,000 mi

FRAME TOTALLY RUSTED THROUGH, DEALER WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION AND ADVISED TO SCRAP VEHICLE! LESS THAN 50,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER.

Oct 24, 2018 Unknown Or Other 45,000 mi

FRAME TOTALLY RUSTED THROUGH, DEALER WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION AND ADVISED TO SCRAP VEHICLE! LESS THAN 50,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER.

Oct 19, 2018 Structure 132,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY 2006 4RUNNER AND DECIDED TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WHERE I WORK TO HAVE THEM DO AN OIL CHANGE AND FLUID CHECK, THE MECHANICS BROUGHT ME BACK AND TOLD ME THAT MY FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND THEY THINK THAT IN A MATTER OF 2 YRS TOPS THE FRAME WILL BE ROTTED AND COLLAPSE ....

Oct 19, 2018 Power Train 132,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY 2006 4RUNNER AND DECIDED TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WHERE I WORK TO HAVE THEM DO AN OIL CHANGE AND FLUID CHECK, THE MECHANICS BROUGHT ME BACK AND TOLD ME THAT MY FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND THEY THINK THAT IN A MATTER OF 2 YRS TOPS THE FRAME WILL BE ROTTED AND COLLAPSE ....

Oct 19, 2018 Suspension 132,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY 2006 4RUNNER AND DECIDED TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WHERE I WORK TO HAVE THEM DO AN OIL CHANGE AND FLUID CHECK, THE MECHANICS BROUGHT ME BACK AND TOLD ME THAT MY FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND THEY THINK THAT IN A MATTER OF 2 YRS TOPS THE FRAME WILL BE ROTTED AND COLLAPSE ....

Oct 19, 2018 Structure 132,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY 2006 4RUNNER AND DECIDED TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WHERE I WORK TO HAVE THEM DO AN OIL CHANGE AND FLUID CHECK, THE MECHANICS BROUGHT ME BACK AND TOLD ME THAT MY FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND THEY THINK THAT IN A MATTER OF 2 YRS TOPS THE FRAME WILL BE ROTTED AND COLLAPSE ....

Oct 19, 2018 Power Train 132,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY 2006 4RUNNER AND DECIDED TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WHERE I WORK TO HAVE THEM DO AN OIL CHANGE AND FLUID CHECK, THE MECHANICS BROUGHT ME BACK AND TOLD ME THAT MY FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND THEY THINK THAT IN A MATTER OF 2 YRS TOPS THE FRAME WILL BE ROTTED AND COLLAPSE ....

Oct 19, 2018 Suspension 132,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED MY 2006 4RUNNER AND DECIDED TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WHERE I WORK TO HAVE THEM DO AN OIL CHANGE AND FLUID CHECK, THE MECHANICS BROUGHT ME BACK AND TOLD ME THAT MY FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND THEY THINK THAT IN A MATTER OF 2 YRS TOPS THE FRAME WILL BE ROTTED AND COLLAPSE ....

Oct 18, 2018 Unknown Or Other 119,600 mi

MY 4-RUNNER IS IN GREAT SHAPE WITHOUT ANY BODY RUST, NICE INTERIOR , MOTOR DOESN'T USE OIL ETC. I TOOK TO MECHANIC FOR PA ANNUAL INSPECTION AND WAS TOLD IT WASN'T SAFE TO DRIVE HOME. THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY ROTTED OUT , THE REAR STABILIZERS ARE UNATTACHED, THE FROM LEFT WHEEL IS READY TO FALL OFF. T...

Oct 18, 2018 Unknown Or Other 119,600 mi

MY 4-RUNNER IS IN GREAT SHAPE WITHOUT ANY BODY RUST, NICE INTERIOR , MOTOR DOESN'T USE OIL ETC. I TOOK TO MECHANIC FOR PA ANNUAL INSPECTION AND WAS TOLD IT WASN'T SAFE TO DRIVE HOME. THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY ROTTED OUT , THE REAR STABILIZERS ARE UNATTACHED, THE FROM LEFT WHEEL IS READY TO FALL OFF. T...

Oct 17, 2018 Structure 168,000 mi

FRAME IS ROTTING AWAY, AND IT IS STARTING TO CAUSE CONCERNS REGARDING THE SAFETY OF THE FRAME AND SUPPORTING STRUCTURE. TOOK IT TO A TOYOTA DEALER, WHO DOCUMENTED THE FRAME IS STARTING TO GET WEAK/SOFT AND JEOPARDIZING THE INTEGRITY AND SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE.

Oct 17, 2018 Structure 168,000 mi

FRAME IS ROTTING AWAY, AND IT IS STARTING TO CAUSE CONCERNS REGARDING THE SAFETY OF THE FRAME AND SUPPORTING STRUCTURE. TOOK IT TO A TOYOTA DEALER, WHO DOCUMENTED THE FRAME IS STARTING TO GET WEAK/SOFT AND JEOPARDIZING THE INTEGRITY AND SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE.

Oct 15, 2018 Structure 167,000 mi

I OWN A 200Y TOYOTA 4RUNNER, 4X4 4.0 V6 TRUCK, AND DURING THE SPRING TIME I BEGAN TO NOTICE COPIOUS AMOUNTS OF RUST SCALE FALLING FROM MY TRUCK OVER NIGHT. I JUST THOUGHT THIS WAS SURFACE RUST/PAINT FALLING OFF, CONTINUED TO DRIVE FOR A WEEK AND BEGAN TO HEAR CREAKING NOISES COMING FROM THE REAR OF ...

Oct 15, 2018 Structure 167,000 mi

I OWN A 200Y TOYOTA 4RUNNER, 4X4 4.0 V6 TRUCK, AND DURING THE SPRING TIME I BEGAN TO NOTICE COPIOUS AMOUNTS OF RUST SCALE FALLING FROM MY TRUCK OVER NIGHT. I JUST THOUGHT THIS WAS SURFACE RUST/PAINT FALLING OFF, CONTINUED TO DRIVE FOR A WEEK AND BEGAN TO HEAR CREAKING NOISES COMING FROM THE REAR OF ...

Oct 14, 2018 Structure 80,000 mi

WHEN TAKING MY VEHICLE TO MY MECHANIC FOR A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS AND TURNING AND FEELING VIBRATIONS IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN DRIVING. MY MECHANIC STATES THAT THERE IS EXTENSIVE AND PERVASIVE RUST AND CORROSION ON MAIN STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS OF THE ...

Oct 14, 2018 Structure 80,000 mi

WHEN TAKING MY VEHICLE TO MY MECHANIC FOR A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS AND TURNING AND FEELING VIBRATIONS IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN DRIVING. MY MECHANIC STATES THAT THERE IS EXTENSIVE AND PERVASIVE RUST AND CORROSION ON MAIN STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS OF THE ...

Oct 12, 2018 Structure 150,500 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST DAMAGE TO FRAME, GOT FIXED FOR LAST YEAR INSPECTION AND MORE PROBLEMS OCCURED THIS YEAR. VEHICLE OTHER WISE IN GOOD SHAPE, DISAPPOINTING TO GET RID OF IT. COULD CASE HAZARD DUE TO WELD OF CROSS MEMBER DEVELOPING HOLE.

Oct 12, 2018 Suspension 150,500 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST DAMAGE TO FRAME, GOT FIXED FOR LAST YEAR INSPECTION AND MORE PROBLEMS OCCURED THIS YEAR. VEHICLE OTHER WISE IN GOOD SHAPE, DISAPPOINTING TO GET RID OF IT. COULD CASE HAZARD DUE TO WELD OF CROSS MEMBER DEVELOPING HOLE.

Oct 12, 2018 Unknown Or Other 150,500 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST DAMAGE TO FRAME, GOT FIXED FOR LAST YEAR INSPECTION AND MORE PROBLEMS OCCURED THIS YEAR. VEHICLE OTHER WISE IN GOOD SHAPE, DISAPPOINTING TO GET RID OF IT. COULD CASE HAZARD DUE TO WELD OF CROSS MEMBER DEVELOPING HOLE.

Oct 12, 2018 Structure 150,500 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST DAMAGE TO FRAME, GOT FIXED FOR LAST YEAR INSPECTION AND MORE PROBLEMS OCCURED THIS YEAR. VEHICLE OTHER WISE IN GOOD SHAPE, DISAPPOINTING TO GET RID OF IT. COULD CASE HAZARD DUE TO WELD OF CROSS MEMBER DEVELOPING HOLE.

Oct 12, 2018 Suspension 150,500 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST DAMAGE TO FRAME, GOT FIXED FOR LAST YEAR INSPECTION AND MORE PROBLEMS OCCURED THIS YEAR. VEHICLE OTHER WISE IN GOOD SHAPE, DISAPPOINTING TO GET RID OF IT. COULD CASE HAZARD DUE TO WELD OF CROSS MEMBER DEVELOPING HOLE.

Oct 12, 2018 Unknown Or Other 150,500 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST DAMAGE TO FRAME, GOT FIXED FOR LAST YEAR INSPECTION AND MORE PROBLEMS OCCURED THIS YEAR. VEHICLE OTHER WISE IN GOOD SHAPE, DISAPPOINTING TO GET RID OF IT. COULD CASE HAZARD DUE TO WELD OF CROSS MEMBER DEVELOPING HOLE.

Oct 7, 2018 Suspension 156,044 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS RUSTING FASTER THAN NORMAL. HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MANY SUSPENSION PARTS, WELDED FRONT ALIGNMENT TABS TO KEEP VEHICLE IN LINE, REPLACED VEHICLE SUSPENSION BUT UNSURE HOW LONG THIS WILL LAST DUE TO FRAME STILL FLAKING. TOYOTA DEALER STATES THAT THE RUST IS SEVERE AND WHEN I HAD MY REA...

Oct 7, 2018 Unknown Or Other 156,044 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS RUSTING FASTER THAN NORMAL. HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MANY SUSPENSION PARTS, WELDED FRONT ALIGNMENT TABS TO KEEP VEHICLE IN LINE, REPLACED VEHICLE SUSPENSION BUT UNSURE HOW LONG THIS WILL LAST DUE TO FRAME STILL FLAKING. TOYOTA DEALER STATES THAT THE RUST IS SEVERE AND WHEN I HAD MY REA...

Oct 7, 2018 Suspension 156,044 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS RUSTING FASTER THAN NORMAL. HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MANY SUSPENSION PARTS, WELDED FRONT ALIGNMENT TABS TO KEEP VEHICLE IN LINE, REPLACED VEHICLE SUSPENSION BUT UNSURE HOW LONG THIS WILL LAST DUE TO FRAME STILL FLAKING. TOYOTA DEALER STATES THAT THE RUST IS SEVERE AND WHEN I HAD MY REA...

Oct 7, 2018 Unknown Or Other 156,044 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS RUSTING FASTER THAN NORMAL. HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MANY SUSPENSION PARTS, WELDED FRONT ALIGNMENT TABS TO KEEP VEHICLE IN LINE, REPLACED VEHICLE SUSPENSION BUT UNSURE HOW LONG THIS WILL LAST DUE TO FRAME STILL FLAKING. TOYOTA DEALER STATES THAT THE RUST IS SEVERE AND WHEN I HAD MY REA...

Oct 6, 2018 Suspension 164,000 mi

RUSTED FRAME - WHILE DRIVING, THE LEFT FRONT CONTROL ARM BROKE FREE FROM THE SEVERELY RUSTED FRAME. THANK GOD THE DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. THE REPAIR WILL REQUIRE WELDING TO THE FRAME TO SUPPORT A NEW CONTROL ARM. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. HAD THIS HAPPENED A HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED ...

Oct 6, 2018 Suspension 164,000 mi

RUSTED FRAME - WHILE DRIVING, THE LEFT FRONT CONTROL ARM BROKE FREE FROM THE SEVERELY RUSTED FRAME. THANK GOD THE DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. THE REPAIR WILL REQUIRE WELDING TO THE FRAME TO SUPPORT A NEW CONTROL ARM. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. HAD THIS HAPPENED A HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED ...

Oct 5, 2018 Unknown Or Other 125,000 mi

THE FRAME OF MY 4RUNNER IS EXCESSIVELY RUSTED AND CORRODED. IT IS FLAKING OFF IN BIG PIECES FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRAME AS WELL AS THE INSIDE OF THE FRAME. IN A COUPLE OF LOCATIONS, IT HAS CORRODED SO MUCH THAT THERE IS A 1.5" DIAMETER HOLE IN THE FRAME. OTHER AREAS THAT ARE VERY IMPORTANT STRU...

Oct 5, 2018 Unknown Or Other 125,000 mi

THE FRAME OF MY 4RUNNER IS EXCESSIVELY RUSTED AND CORRODED. IT IS FLAKING OFF IN BIG PIECES FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRAME AS WELL AS THE INSIDE OF THE FRAME. IN A COUPLE OF LOCATIONS, IT HAS CORRODED SO MUCH THAT THERE IS A 1.5" DIAMETER HOLE IN THE FRAME. OTHER AREAS THAT ARE VERY IMPORTANT STRU...

Oct 3, 2018 Structure 59,000 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME AND UNDERBODY COMPONENTS OF MY VEHICLE. MY FEAR IS THAT THIS RUST WILL EVENTUALLY LEAD TO FAILURE OF KEY FRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS.

Oct 3, 2018 Structure 59,000 mi

EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME AND UNDERBODY COMPONENTS OF MY VEHICLE. MY FEAR IS THAT THIS RUST WILL EVENTUALLY LEAD TO FAILURE OF KEY FRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS.

Oct 1, 2018 Structure

THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY COVERED IN RUST CAUSING CONSTANT REPAIRS TO BE MADE. MULTIPLE MECHANICS THINK I SHOULD GET RID OF IT AND BELIEVE PROBLEMS WILL KEEP COMING UP. UNSURE IF VEHICLE WILL BE SAFE TO DRIVE FOR MUCH LONGER.

Oct 1, 2018 Structure

THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY COVERED IN RUST CAUSING CONSTANT REPAIRS TO BE MADE. MULTIPLE MECHANICS THINK I SHOULD GET RID OF IT AND BELIEVE PROBLEMS WILL KEEP COMING UP. UNSURE IF VEHICLE WILL BE SAFE TO DRIVE FOR MUCH LONGER.

Sep 12, 2018 Structure 125,000 mi

THE VEHICLES FRAME IS SUFFERING FROM SEVER RUSTING WITH HOLES AND SECTIONS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT.

Sep 12, 2018 Structure 125,000 mi

THE VEHICLES FRAME IS SUFFERING FROM SEVER RUSTING WITH HOLES AND SECTIONS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT.

Sep 10, 2018 Suspension 180,000 mi

CAR STARTED DRIVING FUNNY AT SPEEDS. TOOK IT TO A SHOP THE FRAME WAS SO RUSTY THAT IT CRACKED CAUSING THE SUSPENSION TO NO FUNCTION AS ENGINEERED.

Sep 10, 2018 Suspension 180,000 mi

CAR STARTED DRIVING FUNNY AT SPEEDS. TOOK IT TO A SHOP THE FRAME WAS SO RUSTY THAT IT CRACKED CAUSING THE SUSPENSION TO NO FUNCTION AS ENGINEERED.

Sep 9, 2018 Structure 95,000 mi

THE FRAME ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAS EXCESSIVE RUST AND ROT. THIS APPEARS TO BE DUE TO INFERIOR WORKMANSHIP AND/OR PARTS. DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN THIS CONDITION MAY POSE A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD.

Sep 9, 2018 Structure 95,000 mi

THE FRAME ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAS EXCESSIVE RUST AND ROT. THIS APPEARS TO BE DUE TO INFERIOR WORKMANSHIP AND/OR PARTS. DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN THIS CONDITION MAY POSE A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD.

Sep 5, 2018 Structure 107,553 mi

RUSTY FRAME, RUSTED BRAKE, TRANSMISSION LINES

Sep 5, 2018 Service Brakes 107,553 mi

RUSTY FRAME, RUSTED BRAKE, TRANSMISSION LINES

Sep 5, 2018 Power Train 107,553 mi

RUSTY FRAME, RUSTED BRAKE, TRANSMISSION LINES

Sep 5, 2018 Structure 107,553 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 111,000. *TT CONSUMER STATED TRANSMISSION LINE FA...

Sep 5, 2018 Structure 107,553 mi

RUSTY FRAME, RUSTED BRAKE, TRANSMISSION LINES

Sep 5, 2018 Service Brakes 107,553 mi

RUSTY FRAME, RUSTED BRAKE, TRANSMISSION LINES

Sep 5, 2018 Power Train 107,553 mi

RUSTY FRAME, RUSTED BRAKE, TRANSMISSION LINES

Sep 5, 2018 Structure 107,553 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 111,000. *TT CONSUMER STATED TRANSMISSION LINE FA...

Aug 24, 2018 Structure 163,000 mi

MY FRAME ON A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT HAS EXCESSIVE RUST AND ROT. THIS APPEARS TO BE DUE TO INFERIOR WORKMANSHIP AND/OR PARTS. DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN THIS CONDITION MAY POSE A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD.

Aug 24, 2018 Structure 163,000 mi

MY FRAME ON A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT HAS EXCESSIVE RUST AND ROT. THIS APPEARS TO BE DUE TO INFERIOR WORKMANSHIP AND/OR PARTS. DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN THIS CONDITION MAY POSE A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD.

Aug 23, 2018 Structure 100,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE EXTREMELY RUSTY TO THE POINT OF BEING UNSAFE. THE CAR IS EXTREMELY CLEAN AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF, YET THE FRAME CONTINUES TO RUST LIKE CRAZY. I'VE EXPERIENCED BROKEN BOLTS, LOSE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, ETC. THE CAR HANDLES EXTREMELY POOR NOW, AND I'VE BEEN TOLD ...

Aug 23, 2018 Suspension 100,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE EXTREMELY RUSTY TO THE POINT OF BEING UNSAFE. THE CAR IS EXTREMELY CLEAN AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF, YET THE FRAME CONTINUES TO RUST LIKE CRAZY. I'VE EXPERIENCED BROKEN BOLTS, LOSE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, ETC. THE CAR HANDLES EXTREMELY POOR NOW, AND I'VE BEEN TOLD ...

Aug 23, 2018 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE EXTREMELY RUSTY TO THE POINT OF BEING UNSAFE. THE CAR IS EXTREMELY CLEAN AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF, YET THE FRAME CONTINUES TO RUST LIKE CRAZY. I'VE EXPERIENCED BROKEN BOLTS, LOSE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, ETC. THE CAR HANDLES EXTREMELY POOR NOW, AND I'VE BEEN TOLD ...

Aug 23, 2018 Structure 100,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE EXTREMELY RUSTY TO THE POINT OF BEING UNSAFE. THE CAR IS EXTREMELY CLEAN AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF, YET THE FRAME CONTINUES TO RUST LIKE CRAZY. I'VE EXPERIENCED BROKEN BOLTS, LOSE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, ETC. THE CAR HANDLES EXTREMELY POOR NOW, AND I'VE BEEN TOLD ...

Aug 23, 2018 Suspension 100,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE EXTREMELY RUSTY TO THE POINT OF BEING UNSAFE. THE CAR IS EXTREMELY CLEAN AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF, YET THE FRAME CONTINUES TO RUST LIKE CRAZY. I'VE EXPERIENCED BROKEN BOLTS, LOSE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, ETC. THE CAR HANDLES EXTREMELY POOR NOW, AND I'VE BEEN TOLD ...

Aug 23, 2018 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE EXTREMELY RUSTY TO THE POINT OF BEING UNSAFE. THE CAR IS EXTREMELY CLEAN AND WELL TAKEN CARE OF, YET THE FRAME CONTINUES TO RUST LIKE CRAZY. I'VE EXPERIENCED BROKEN BOLTS, LOSE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, ETC. THE CAR HANDLES EXTREMELY POOR NOW, AND I'VE BEEN TOLD ...

Aug 22, 2018 Structure 124,000 mi

WENT TO THE TOYOTA SHOP AFTER GETTING A NEW TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED, THEY NOTED "CUST NOT FRONT FRAME CORE SUPPORT IS RUSTED OFF FOUND A HOLE IN THE LEFT FRAME RAIL". THEY ALSO HAD TO USE NEW BOLTS FOR TRANSMISSION DUE TO CORROSION ON UNDERCARRIAGE. WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION UNTIL FIXED. THE FRAME...

Aug 22, 2018 Structure 124,000 mi

WENT TO THE TOYOTA SHOP AFTER GETTING A NEW TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED, THEY NOTED "CUST NOT FRONT FRAME CORE SUPPORT IS RUSTED OFF FOUND A HOLE IN THE LEFT FRAME RAIL". THEY ALSO HAD TO USE NEW BOLTS FOR TRANSMISSION DUE TO CORROSION ON UNDERCARRIAGE. WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION UNTIL FIXED. THE FRAME...

Aug 21, 2018 Structure

I HAVE OWNED MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER V8 FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW. ALWAYS WANTED ONE THROUGH THE YEARS OF MY DRIVING. I BOUGHT IT AT 85K MILES AND NOW IT SITS AT 96K MILES. WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THE CAR, I DIDN'T CHECK THE FRAME FOR ANY ISSUES.I CHECKED COSMETIC AND PERFORMANCE ISSUE. EVERYTHING WENT SMOOTH...

Aug 21, 2018 Structure

I HAVE OWNED MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER V8 FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW. ALWAYS WANTED ONE THROUGH THE YEARS OF MY DRIVING. I BOUGHT IT AT 85K MILES AND NOW IT SITS AT 96K MILES. WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THE CAR, I DIDN'T CHECK THE FRAME FOR ANY ISSUES.I CHECKED COSMETIC AND PERFORMANCE ISSUE. EVERYTHING WENT SMOOTH...

Aug 7, 2018 Structure 133,000 mi

TL* 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 T...

Aug 7, 2018 Structure 133,000 mi

TL* 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 T...

Jul 29, 2018 Suspension 160,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 45MPH, THE LEFT REAR CONTROL ARM MOUNT BROKE OFF THE FRAME AND ALMOST CAUSED MYSELF, MY WIFE, MY 2 YEAR OLD, AND MY 11 MONTH OLD SON TO CRASH. I MANAGED TO GET THE VEHICLE STOPPED WITHOUT ANY INJURIES. AFTER INSPECTION, THE ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTED TO THE POINT IM NOT COMFORT...

Jul 29, 2018 Suspension 160,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 45MPH, THE LEFT REAR CONTROL ARM MOUNT BROKE OFF THE FRAME AND ALMOST CAUSED MYSELF, MY WIFE, MY 2 YEAR OLD, AND MY 11 MONTH OLD SON TO CRASH. I MANAGED TO GET THE VEHICLE STOPPED WITHOUT ANY INJURIES. AFTER INSPECTION, THE ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTED TO THE POINT IM NOT COMFORT...

Jul 27, 2018 Unknown Or Other 153,118 mi

FRAME IS VERY ROTTED

Jul 27, 2018 Unknown Or Other 153,118 mi

FRAME IS VERY ROTTED

Jul 13, 2018 Structure 156,000 mi

VEHICLES FRAME RUST FROM INSIDE OUT. FRAME RAILS RUSTING AFTER 5 YEARS. HUGE SAFTY ISSUE FRAMES CRACKING IN HALF. TOYOTA KNOWS THE ISSUE AND REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING FOR THE 4RUNNERS.

Jul 13, 2018 Structure 156,000 mi

VEHICLES FRAME RUST FROM INSIDE OUT. FRAME RAILS RUSTING AFTER 5 YEARS. HUGE SAFTY ISSUE FRAMES CRACKING IN HALF. TOYOTA KNOWS THE ISSUE AND REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING FOR THE 4RUNNERS.

Jun 2, 2018 Unknown Or Other Fire 140,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON IN TOWN HIGHWAY SPEEDS BETWEEN 25-55 MILES PER HOUR FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES WHILE TOWING A 14 FOOT TRAILER. AS I APPROACHED AN INTERSTATE ON RAMP IN WINCHESTER, KENTUCKY, I SMELLED SMOKE AND PULLED OVER TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE SOURCE OF THE SMOKE/FLAME WAS COMIN...

Jun 2, 2018 Unknown Or Other Fire 140,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON IN TOWN HIGHWAY SPEEDS BETWEEN 25-55 MILES PER HOUR FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES WHILE TOWING A 14 FOOT TRAILER. AS I APPROACHED AN INTERSTATE ON RAMP IN WINCHESTER, KENTUCKY, I SMELLED SMOKE AND PULLED OVER TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE SOURCE OF THE SMOKE/FLAME WAS COMIN...

May 29, 2018 Structure 81,200 mi

AFTER ONLY A COUPLE OF YEARS STARTED RUSTING PRETTY BADLY ON FRAME, CROSSMEMBERS AND FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIALS. ALSO STABILIZERS SKID PLATES AND BASICALLY ANYTHING UNDER THE TRUCK. THOUGHT IT WAS ONLY SURFACE RUST UNTIL PARTS WERE CRACKING AND STABILIZERS FELL OFF TRUCK. REAR END WAS READY TO ...

May 29, 2018 Power Train 81,200 mi

AFTER ONLY A COUPLE OF YEARS STARTED RUSTING PRETTY BADLY ON FRAME, CROSSMEMBERS AND FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIALS. ALSO STABILIZERS SKID PLATES AND BASICALLY ANYTHING UNDER THE TRUCK. THOUGHT IT WAS ONLY SURFACE RUST UNTIL PARTS WERE CRACKING AND STABILIZERS FELL OFF TRUCK. REAR END WAS READY TO ...

May 29, 2018 Suspension 81,200 mi

AFTER ONLY A COUPLE OF YEARS STARTED RUSTING PRETTY BADLY ON FRAME, CROSSMEMBERS AND FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIALS. ALSO STABILIZERS SKID PLATES AND BASICALLY ANYTHING UNDER THE TRUCK. THOUGHT IT WAS ONLY SURFACE RUST UNTIL PARTS WERE CRACKING AND STABILIZERS FELL OFF TRUCK. REAR END WAS READY TO ...

May 29, 2018 Structure 81,200 mi

AFTER ONLY A COUPLE OF YEARS STARTED RUSTING PRETTY BADLY ON FRAME, CROSSMEMBERS AND FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIALS. ALSO STABILIZERS SKID PLATES AND BASICALLY ANYTHING UNDER THE TRUCK. THOUGHT IT WAS ONLY SURFACE RUST UNTIL PARTS WERE CRACKING AND STABILIZERS FELL OFF TRUCK. REAR END WAS READY TO ...

May 29, 2018 Power Train 81,200 mi

AFTER ONLY A COUPLE OF YEARS STARTED RUSTING PRETTY BADLY ON FRAME, CROSSMEMBERS AND FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIALS. ALSO STABILIZERS SKID PLATES AND BASICALLY ANYTHING UNDER THE TRUCK. THOUGHT IT WAS ONLY SURFACE RUST UNTIL PARTS WERE CRACKING AND STABILIZERS FELL OFF TRUCK. REAR END WAS READY TO ...

May 29, 2018 Suspension 81,200 mi

AFTER ONLY A COUPLE OF YEARS STARTED RUSTING PRETTY BADLY ON FRAME, CROSSMEMBERS AND FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIALS. ALSO STABILIZERS SKID PLATES AND BASICALLY ANYTHING UNDER THE TRUCK. THOUGHT IT WAS ONLY SURFACE RUST UNTIL PARTS WERE CRACKING AND STABILIZERS FELL OFF TRUCK. REAR END WAS READY TO ...

Apr 16, 2018 Structure Crash 90,000 mi

FRAME RUSTED AND GONE. TERMINAL. CAUSE US TO RUN OFF THE ROAD. IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY.

Apr 16, 2018 Structure Crash 90,000 mi

FRAME RUSTED AND GONE. TERMINAL. CAUSE US TO RUN OFF THE ROAD. IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY.

Jan 25, 2018 Structure 90,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME RUST. THIS ISSUE HAS NOW A SAFETY RELATED ISSUE. TOYOTA HAS A RECALL ON OTHER MODELS SAME YEAR. BUT YET NOTHING ON THE 4 RUNNER. BECAUSE IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND TOYOTA IS IGNORING IT. THIS TIME FOR A CLASS ACTION SUIT..

Jan 25, 2018 Structure 90,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME RUST. THIS ISSUE HAS NOW A SAFETY RELATED ISSUE. TOYOTA HAS A RECALL ON OTHER MODELS SAME YEAR. BUT YET NOTHING ON THE 4 RUNNER. BECAUSE IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND TOYOTA IS IGNORING IT. THIS TIME FOR A CLASS ACTION SUIT..

Dec 20, 2017 Structure

DURING RECENT MAINTENANCE OF MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH 115K MILES, A MECHANIC NOTIFIED ME THAT THE FRAME CROSSMEMBER IN FRONT WHICH ATTACHES TO THE CONTROL ARMS WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND WAS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO THE TOYOTA DEALER TO ASSESS CONDITION OF T...

Dec 20, 2017 Structure

DURING RECENT MAINTENANCE OF MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH 115K MILES, A MECHANIC NOTIFIED ME THAT THE FRAME CROSSMEMBER IN FRONT WHICH ATTACHES TO THE CONTROL ARMS WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND WAS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO THE TOYOTA DEALER TO ASSESS CONDITION OF T...

Dec 5, 2017 Structure

FRAME RUST- STRUCTURAL ISSUE

Dec 5, 2017 Structure

FRAME RUST- STRUCTURAL ISSUE

Aug 31, 2017 Structure

SERIOUS FRAME RUSTING AND/OR ROT NOTED ON MY 2006 4RUNNER SPORT EDITION. IN MY OPINION THIS IS VERY UNSAFE AS FRAME CAN BECOME UNSTABLE WHILE DRIVING AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.

Aug 31, 2017 Structure

SERIOUS FRAME RUSTING AND/OR ROT NOTED ON MY 2006 4RUNNER SPORT EDITION. IN MY OPINION THIS IS VERY UNSAFE AS FRAME CAN BECOME UNSTABLE WHILE DRIVING AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.

Aug 23, 2017 Air Bags

TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FTOM TOYOTA IN TORRANCE CA INFORMING US OUR MATRIX HAD A FAULTY AIR BAG AND SHOULD BE REPLACED. A FURTHER NOTE CAME ON 8/18/2017 TO CONTACT WWW.AUTOAIRBAGSSETTLEMENT.COM

Aug 23, 2017 Air Bags

TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FTOM TOYOTA IN TORRANCE CA INFORMING US OUR MATRIX HAD A FAULTY AIR BAG AND SHOULD BE REPLACED. A FURTHER NOTE CAME ON 8/18/2017 TO CONTACT WWW.AUTOAIRBAGSSETTLEMENT.COM

Jul 1, 2017 Structure 144,000 mi

TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, THEY SAID THE FRAME WAS RUSTING HEAVILY IN ONE SPOT ONLY, IN FRONT OF THE REAR TRAILING ARM MOUNT ON THE LEFT SIDE. THE TRAILING ARM MOUNT IS READY TO BREAK OFF FROM THE FRAME.. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN CLEANED WEEKLY IT'S ENTIRE LIFE, AND IS STORED IN A GARA...

Jul 1, 2017 Structure 144,000 mi

TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, THEY SAID THE FRAME WAS RUSTING HEAVILY IN ONE SPOT ONLY, IN FRONT OF THE REAR TRAILING ARM MOUNT ON THE LEFT SIDE. THE TRAILING ARM MOUNT IS READY TO BREAK OFF FROM THE FRAME.. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN CLEANED WEEKLY IT'S ENTIRE LIFE, AND IS STORED IN A GARA...

Jun 14, 2017 Structure 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE STEERING FAILED AND TURNED IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (CLASSIC TOYOTA LOCATED AT 8510 TYLER BLVD MENTOR, OH, 44060) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME ...

Jun 14, 2017 Steering 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE STEERING FAILED AND TURNED IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (CLASSIC TOYOTA LOCATED AT 8510 TYLER BLVD MENTOR, OH, 44060) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME ...

Jun 14, 2017 Structure 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE STEERING FAILED AND TURNED IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (CLASSIC TOYOTA LOCATED AT 8510 TYLER BLVD MENTOR, OH, 44060) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME ...

Jun 14, 2017 Steering 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE STEERING FAILED AND TURNED IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (CLASSIC TOYOTA LOCATED AT 8510 TYLER BLVD MENTOR, OH, 44060) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME ...

Apr 29, 2017 Structure 65,200 mi

?PURCHASED CAR IN BOULDER 3/22/2017 ?2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER VIN # [XXX] ?RUST DAMAGE / DEALER STATED RUST WAS BECAUSE CAR WAS FROM NY, BUT WOULD NOT GET WORSE AND WAS JUST SUPERFICIAL RUST. ?PURCHASED CAR AND SET AN APPT. WITH PUEBLO TOYOTA 3/24/2017 TO MOUNT SPARE TIRE AND DO AN INSPECTION ?TO...

Apr 29, 2017 Suspension 65,200 mi

?PURCHASED CAR IN BOULDER 3/22/2017 ?2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER VIN # [XXX] ?RUST DAMAGE / DEALER STATED RUST WAS BECAUSE CAR WAS FROM NY, BUT WOULD NOT GET WORSE AND WAS JUST SUPERFICIAL RUST. ?PURCHASED CAR AND SET AN APPT. WITH PUEBLO TOYOTA 3/24/2017 TO MOUNT SPARE TIRE AND DO AN INSPECTION ?TO...

Apr 29, 2017 Structure 65,200 mi

?PURCHASED CAR IN BOULDER 3/22/2017 ?2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER VIN # [XXX] ?RUST DAMAGE / DEALER STATED RUST WAS BECAUSE CAR WAS FROM NY, BUT WOULD NOT GET WORSE AND WAS JUST SUPERFICIAL RUST. ?PURCHASED CAR AND SET AN APPT. WITH PUEBLO TOYOTA 3/24/2017 TO MOUNT SPARE TIRE AND DO AN INSPECTION ?TO...

Apr 29, 2017 Suspension 65,200 mi

?PURCHASED CAR IN BOULDER 3/22/2017 ?2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER VIN # [XXX] ?RUST DAMAGE / DEALER STATED RUST WAS BECAUSE CAR WAS FROM NY, BUT WOULD NOT GET WORSE AND WAS JUST SUPERFICIAL RUST. ?PURCHASED CAR AND SET AN APPT. WITH PUEBLO TOYOTA 3/24/2017 TO MOUNT SPARE TIRE AND DO AN INSPECTION ?TO...

Apr 27, 2017 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V065000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED A D...

Apr 27, 2017 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V065000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED A D...

Apr 24, 2017 Structure 195,000 mi

I,ALONG WITH 48 OTHER PEOPLE, HAVE POSTED TO THIS FORUM THAT THE FRAME ON THEIR 4RUNNER HAD RUSTED AND/OR CRACKED. ADD MINE TO THE LIST. MY MECHANIC USED THE WORD "TERMINAL" IN RESPONSE TO THE CONDITION OF MY FRAME. IT'S NOT FULLY ON ITS DEATH BED, BUT IT LIKELY WON'T BE DRIVEABLE AFTER 6 MONTHS.

Apr 24, 2017 Structure 195,000 mi

I,ALONG WITH 48 OTHER PEOPLE, HAVE POSTED TO THIS FORUM THAT THE FRAME ON THEIR 4RUNNER HAD RUSTED AND/OR CRACKED. ADD MINE TO THE LIST. MY MECHANIC USED THE WORD "TERMINAL" IN RESPONSE TO THE CONDITION OF MY FRAME. IT'S NOT FULLY ON ITS DEATH BED, BUT IT LIKELY WON'T BE DRIVEABLE AFTER 6 MONTHS.

Apr 19, 2017 Unknown Or Other 62,502 mi

I AM ASKING FOR YOU TO CANCEL THE SALE OF THE 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER THAT I PURCHASED ON 3/22/2017 AND RETURN MY CASH DEPOSIT OF $2,000 AND REIMBURSE ME FOR THE GAS IT TOOK ME TO DRIVE IT HOME AND THE EXTRA KEY I PURCHASED. I AM ACTUALLY AFRAID TO TAKE IT BACK TO YOUR DEALERSHIP, BUT IF I HAVE TO I W...

Apr 19, 2017 Unknown Or Other 62,502 mi

I AM ASKING FOR YOU TO CANCEL THE SALE OF THE 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER THAT I PURCHASED ON 3/22/2017 AND RETURN MY CASH DEPOSIT OF $2,000 AND REIMBURSE ME FOR THE GAS IT TOOK ME TO DRIVE IT HOME AND THE EXTRA KEY I PURCHASED. I AM ACTUALLY AFRAID TO TAKE IT BACK TO YOUR DEALERSHIP, BUT IF I HAVE TO I W...

Apr 11, 2017 Structure 62,584 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Apr 11, 2017 Structure 62,584 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Apr 8, 2017 Structure 126,000 mi

THE FRAME, HEAT SHIELDS, SKID PLATE AND REAR AXEL ARE SEVERELY RUSTED. WE'VE OWNED THE VEHICLE SINCE 2008 AND IT HAS BEEN GARAGED AND KEPT CLEAN. THE RUST IS REACHING A POINT WHERE WE'RE CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE. WE'VE NOTICED IT COMING ON FOR ABOUT A YEAR - NOW IT'S GROWING EXPONEN...

Apr 8, 2017 Structure 126,000 mi

THE FRAME, HEAT SHIELDS, SKID PLATE AND REAR AXEL ARE SEVERELY RUSTED. WE'VE OWNED THE VEHICLE SINCE 2008 AND IT HAS BEEN GARAGED AND KEPT CLEAN. THE RUST IS REACHING A POINT WHERE WE'RE CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE. WE'VE NOTICED IT COMING ON FOR ABOUT A YEAR - NOW IT'S GROWING EXPONEN...

Apr 7, 2017 Structure 179,000 mi

WE HAVE JUST BEEN INFORMED THAT THE FRAME OF OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THIS HAPPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THIS CAUSED THE CONTROL JOINT TO COME LOOSE, AND GIVING ME VERY LITTLE CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE. THE RUST IS AN ISSUES...AND A HUGE SAFETY HAZARD. I WAS...

Apr 7, 2017 Unknown Or Other 179,000 mi

WE HAVE JUST BEEN INFORMED THAT THE FRAME OF OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THIS HAPPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THIS CAUSED THE CONTROL JOINT TO COME LOOSE, AND GIVING ME VERY LITTLE CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE. THE RUST IS AN ISSUES...AND A HUGE SAFETY HAZARD. I WAS...

Apr 7, 2017 Structure 179,000 mi

WE HAVE JUST BEEN INFORMED THAT THE FRAME OF OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THIS HAPPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THIS CAUSED THE CONTROL JOINT TO COME LOOSE, AND GIVING ME VERY LITTLE CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE. THE RUST IS AN ISSUES...AND A HUGE SAFETY HAZARD. I WAS...

Apr 7, 2017 Unknown Or Other 179,000 mi

WE HAVE JUST BEEN INFORMED THAT THE FRAME OF OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THIS HAPPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THIS CAUSED THE CONTROL JOINT TO COME LOOSE, AND GIVING ME VERY LITTLE CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE. THE RUST IS AN ISSUES...AND A HUGE SAFETY HAZARD. I WAS...

Mar 26, 2017 Structure 62,000 mi

I RECENTLY PURCHASED MY DREAM CAR A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN COLORADO BUT IT WAS ORIGINALLY FROM NEW YORK. THE VEHICLE HAS VERY LOW MILES AND RUST DAMAGE, BUT THE DEALERSHIP AT NO SURPRISE WAS NOT LOOKING OUT FOR MY BEST INTEREST AND DID NOT INFORM ME HOW BAD THE RUST DAMAG...

Mar 26, 2017 Structure 62,000 mi

I RECENTLY PURCHASED MY DREAM CAR A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN COLORADO BUT IT WAS ORIGINALLY FROM NEW YORK. THE VEHICLE HAS VERY LOW MILES AND RUST DAMAGE, BUT THE DEALERSHIP AT NO SURPRISE WAS NOT LOOKING OUT FOR MY BEST INTEREST AND DID NOT INFORM ME HOW BAD THE RUST DAMAG...

Mar 15, 2017 Structure 44,000 mi

REAR AXLE DETACHED FROM VEHICLE DUE TO SEVERE RUST. SEVERE FRAME RUST - DEALER DEEMED UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Mar 15, 2017 Structure 44,000 mi

REAR AXLE DETACHED FROM VEHICLE DUE TO SEVERE RUST. SEVERE FRAME RUST - DEALER DEEMED UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Mar 13, 2017 Structure 190,000 mi

4RUNNER HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT, AND THE EXTERIOR LOOKS PERFECT, LOST ALL BRAKE FLUID, MECHANIC PUT ON LIFT AND FOUND LEFT REAR BRAKE LINE RUSTED THROUGH AND THEN POINTED OUT THAT THE FRAME IS SEVERLY RUSTED AND WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION. TRAILER HITCH, WILL FALL OFF IF I TRY AND USE IT. BOX FRAME IS R...

Mar 13, 2017 Service Brakes 190,000 mi

4RUNNER HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT, AND THE EXTERIOR LOOKS PERFECT, LOST ALL BRAKE FLUID, MECHANIC PUT ON LIFT AND FOUND LEFT REAR BRAKE LINE RUSTED THROUGH AND THEN POINTED OUT THAT THE FRAME IS SEVERLY RUSTED AND WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION. TRAILER HITCH, WILL FALL OFF IF I TRY AND USE IT. BOX FRAME IS R...

Mar 13, 2017 Structure 190,000 mi

4RUNNER HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT, AND THE EXTERIOR LOOKS PERFECT, LOST ALL BRAKE FLUID, MECHANIC PUT ON LIFT AND FOUND LEFT REAR BRAKE LINE RUSTED THROUGH AND THEN POINTED OUT THAT THE FRAME IS SEVERLY RUSTED AND WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION. TRAILER HITCH, WILL FALL OFF IF I TRY AND USE IT. BOX FRAME IS R...

Mar 13, 2017 Service Brakes 190,000 mi

4RUNNER HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT, AND THE EXTERIOR LOOKS PERFECT, LOST ALL BRAKE FLUID, MECHANIC PUT ON LIFT AND FOUND LEFT REAR BRAKE LINE RUSTED THROUGH AND THEN POINTED OUT THAT THE FRAME IS SEVERLY RUSTED AND WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION. TRAILER HITCH, WILL FALL OFF IF I TRY AND USE IT. BOX FRAME IS R...

Mar 11, 2017 Unknown Or Other 135,880 mi

DRIVING TO WORK ON 3-6-17. IT WAS 34 F AT 8:15 AM. TURNED ON THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER ABOUT ONE MILE FROM HOME. DROVE ANOTHER 0.5 MILES AND STOPPED AT RED LIGHT. ABOUT 15 SECONDS INTO THE RED LIGHT MY REAR WINDOW IMPLODED AND FELL INTO THE REAR CARGO AREA. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND NO OTHER V...

Mar 11, 2017 Unknown Or Other 135,880 mi

DRIVING TO WORK ON 3-6-17. IT WAS 34 F AT 8:15 AM. TURNED ON THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER ABOUT ONE MILE FROM HOME. DROVE ANOTHER 0.5 MILES AND STOPPED AT RED LIGHT. ABOUT 15 SECONDS INTO THE RED LIGHT MY REAR WINDOW IMPLODED AND FELL INTO THE REAR CARGO AREA. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND NO OTHER V...

Mar 8, 2017 Engine

TIMING BELT COVER IS LEAKING OIL WITH 36000 MILES. AFTER RESEARCHING ONLINE THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. WAS COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BUT NOT NOW. THEY GAVE ME AN ESTIMATE OF 1900.00 TO REPLACE GASKET AN WATER PUMP. LEAKS OIL WHILE PARKED IN GARAGE.

Mar 8, 2017 Engine

TIMING BELT COVER IS LEAKING OIL WITH 36000 MILES. AFTER RESEARCHING ONLINE THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. WAS COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BUT NOT NOW. THEY GAVE ME AN ESTIMATE OF 1900.00 TO REPLACE GASKET AN WATER PUMP. LEAKS OIL WHILE PARKED IN GARAGE.

Mar 7, 2017 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V065000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN JUNE OF 2016. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL NOT A...

Mar 7, 2017 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V065000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN JUNE OF 2016. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL NOT A...

Jan 25, 2017 Electrical System Fire 120,000 mi

1/21/17 APPROX NOON I WAS DRIVING WHEN I BEGAN SMELLING BURNING WIRES. I LOOKED AROUND, THE BACK-HATCH AND CARGO AREA WAS FILLING WITH SMOKE. I PULLED OVER AND OPENED THE BACK-HATCH DOOR AND THE TWO RIGHT PASSENGER DOORS. I BEGAN OPENING THE HOOD WHEN A LOUD EXPLOSION OCCURRED. IT SOUNDED LIKE THE ...

Jan 25, 2017 Electrical System Fire 120,000 mi

1/21/17 APPROX NOON I WAS DRIVING WHEN I BEGAN SMELLING BURNING WIRES. I LOOKED AROUND, THE BACK-HATCH AND CARGO AREA WAS FILLING WITH SMOKE. I PULLED OVER AND OPENED THE BACK-HATCH DOOR AND THE TWO RIGHT PASSENGER DOORS. I BEGAN OPENING THE HOOD WHEN A LOUD EXPLOSION OCCURRED. IT SOUNDED LIKE THE ...

Jan 24, 2017 Air Bags

TAKATA RECALL ..... AFTER RECEIVING TOYOTA'S OFFICIAL U.S. POSTAL NOTICE, I CALLED MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER (AUTONATION ON W SAHARA, LAS VEGAS, NV) TO GET THIS ISSUE FIXED. AFTER NOT HEARING BACK FROM THE PERSON WHO PROMISED TO RETURN MY CALL, I CALLED AGAIN SIX HOURS LATER AND WAS GIVEN SOME B.S. ST...

Jan 24, 2017 Air Bags

TAKATA RECALL ..... AFTER RECEIVING TOYOTA'S OFFICIAL U.S. POSTAL NOTICE, I CALLED MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER (AUTONATION ON W SAHARA, LAS VEGAS, NV) TO GET THIS ISSUE FIXED. AFTER NOT HEARING BACK FROM THE PERSON WHO PROMISED TO RETURN MY CALL, I CALLED AGAIN SIX HOURS LATER AND WAS GIVEN SOME B.S. ST...

Dec 8, 2016 Structure 100,762 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT NOTICED EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,762.

Dec 8, 2016 Structure 100,762 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT NOTICED EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,762.

Dec 6, 2016 Visibility/wiper 150 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS IN REGARDS TO A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER VEHICLE ID # MILEAGE IS 150.000.THE TOYOTA WAS PURCHASED THIS YEAR FROM ROYAL PALM TOYOTA OF FLORIDA ADDRESS: 9205 SOUTHERN BLVD, ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL 33411. THE VEHICLE WAS IN EXCELLENT SHAPE. THE PROBLEM IS THAT ON 11/23/2016 THE VEHICLE WAS PA...

Dec 6, 2016 Visibility/wiper 150 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS IN REGARDS TO A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER VEHICLE ID # MILEAGE IS 150.000.THE TOYOTA WAS PURCHASED THIS YEAR FROM ROYAL PALM TOYOTA OF FLORIDA ADDRESS: 9205 SOUTHERN BLVD, ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL 33411. THE VEHICLE WAS IN EXCELLENT SHAPE. THE PROBLEM IS THAT ON 11/23/2016 THE VEHICLE WAS PA...

Nov 22, 2016 Structure 157,000 mi

I CURRENTLY OWN A 2006 TOYOTA FOUR RUNNER THAT IS NOT CURRENTLY INVOLVED IN A TOYOTA RECALL FOR EXCESSIVE RUST. MY VEHICLE IS AT A TOYOTA DEALER, A CLAIM WITH TOYOTA HAS BEEN FILED, AND PICTURES OF DAMAGE ARE BEING TAKEN PER MY CLAIM. I JUST RECEIVED A CALL FROM TOYOTA CORPORATE CLAIMS DEPARTMENT ...

Nov 22, 2016 Structure 157,000 mi

I CURRENTLY OWN A 2006 TOYOTA FOUR RUNNER THAT IS NOT CURRENTLY INVOLVED IN A TOYOTA RECALL FOR EXCESSIVE RUST. MY VEHICLE IS AT A TOYOTA DEALER, A CLAIM WITH TOYOTA HAS BEEN FILED, AND PICTURES OF DAMAGE ARE BEING TAKEN PER MY CLAIM. I JUST RECEIVED A CALL FROM TOYOTA CORPORATE CLAIMS DEPARTMENT ...

Nov 16, 2016 Air Bags 126,000 mi

I TOOK MY TOYOTA TACOME 2006 TRUCK TO THE DEALER FROM SPRINGFIELD, VIRGINIA. A FEW WEEKS AGO MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME UP ON THE FRONT WHERE THE MILEAGE IS.

Nov 16, 2016 Air Bags 126,000 mi

I TOOK MY TOYOTA TACOME 2006 TRUCK TO THE DEALER FROM SPRINGFIELD, VIRGINIA. A FEW WEEKS AGO MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME UP ON THE FRONT WHERE THE MILEAGE IS.

Nov 15, 2016 Structure 73,400 mi

ON MY 2006 4RUNNER, I HAVE BEEN NOTICING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF RUST BUILD-UP ON THE FRAME AND MANY OF THE UNDERCARRIAGE PARTS. THIS 4RUNNER HAS SPENT IT'S WHOLE LIFE IN COLORADO, WE DON'T SEE RUST PROBLEMS HERE. I HAVE NEVER SEEN A VEHICLE HAVE THIS KIND OF RUST. I'M VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY...

Nov 15, 2016 Structure 73,400 mi

ON MY 2006 4RUNNER, I HAVE BEEN NOTICING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF RUST BUILD-UP ON THE FRAME AND MANY OF THE UNDERCARRIAGE PARTS. THIS 4RUNNER HAS SPENT IT'S WHOLE LIFE IN COLORADO, WE DON'T SEE RUST PROBLEMS HERE. I HAVE NEVER SEEN A VEHICLE HAVE THIS KIND OF RUST. I'M VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY...

Nov 1, 2016 Structure 95,000 mi

THE FRAME BROKE ON MY 4 RUNNER WHEN I WAS BACKING UP AND FRONT TIRE FELL INWARD. THE TRUCK HAD JUST UNDER 100,000 MILES. I SPENT APPROXIMATELY $7,000 FOR A BODY SHOP TO REPLACE THE BROKEN FRAME WITH A USED FRAME. TOYOTA MUST NOT HAVE USED A SUFFIENTLY HARD ENOUGH METAL OR DID NOT TREAT THE METAL WIT...

Nov 1, 2016 Structure 95,000 mi

THE FRAME BROKE ON MY 4 RUNNER WHEN I WAS BACKING UP AND FRONT TIRE FELL INWARD. THE TRUCK HAD JUST UNDER 100,000 MILES. I SPENT APPROXIMATELY $7,000 FOR A BODY SHOP TO REPLACE THE BROKEN FRAME WITH A USED FRAME. TOYOTA MUST NOT HAVE USED A SUFFIENTLY HARD ENOUGH METAL OR DID NOT TREAT THE METAL WIT...

Oct 20, 2016 Air Bags

NOTHING HAS HAPPENED BUT THERE WAS A RECALL AND THERE IS NO FIX YET

Oct 20, 2016 Air Bags

NOTHING HAS HAPPENED BUT THERE WAS A RECALL AND THERE IS NO FIX YET

Oct 17, 2016 Suspension 129,000 mi

TAKATA INFLATORS,ABS. PURCHASED VEHICLE USED 08/12/2016 THE FOLLOWING MIL CODES WERE CLEARED BY SELLING DEALERSHIP. C1223, P0456, B1150, CR123, C1241, B1152. NEEDED REPAIR IMMEDIATELY, PASSED STATE INSPECTION EVEN NEEDING THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, BOTH FRONT AXLES, SERP BELT, SWAY BAR LINK AND REAR ...

Oct 17, 2016 Air Bags 129,000 mi

TAKATA INFLATORS,ABS. PURCHASED VEHICLE USED 08/12/2016 THE FOLLOWING MIL CODES WERE CLEARED BY SELLING DEALERSHIP. C1223, P0456, B1150, CR123, C1241, B1152. NEEDED REPAIR IMMEDIATELY, PASSED STATE INSPECTION EVEN NEEDING THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, BOTH FRONT AXLES, SERP BELT, SWAY BAR LINK AND REAR ...

Oct 17, 2016 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

TAKATA INFLATORS,ABS. PURCHASED VEHICLE USED 08/12/2016 THE FOLLOWING MIL CODES WERE CLEARED BY SELLING DEALERSHIP. C1223, P0456, B1150, CR123, C1241, B1152. NEEDED REPAIR IMMEDIATELY, PASSED STATE INSPECTION EVEN NEEDING THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, BOTH FRONT AXLES, SERP BELT, SWAY BAR LINK AND REAR ...

Oct 17, 2016 Power Train 129,000 mi

TAKATA INFLATORS,ABS. PURCHASED VEHICLE USED 08/12/2016 THE FOLLOWING MIL CODES WERE CLEARED BY SELLING DEALERSHIP. C1223, P0456, B1150, CR123, C1241, B1152. NEEDED REPAIR IMMEDIATELY, PASSED STATE INSPECTION EVEN NEEDING THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, BOTH FRONT AXLES, SERP BELT, SWAY BAR LINK AND REAR ...

Oct 17, 2016 Suspension 129,000 mi

TAKATA INFLATORS,ABS. PURCHASED VEHICLE USED 08/12/2016 THE FOLLOWING MIL CODES WERE CLEARED BY SELLING DEALERSHIP. C1223, P0456, B1150, CR123, C1241, B1152. NEEDED REPAIR IMMEDIATELY, PASSED STATE INSPECTION EVEN NEEDING THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, BOTH FRONT AXLES, SERP BELT, SWAY BAR LINK AND REAR ...

Oct 17, 2016 Air Bags 129,000 mi

TAKATA INFLATORS,ABS. PURCHASED VEHICLE USED 08/12/2016 THE FOLLOWING MIL CODES WERE CLEARED BY SELLING DEALERSHIP. C1223, P0456, B1150, CR123, C1241, B1152. NEEDED REPAIR IMMEDIATELY, PASSED STATE INSPECTION EVEN NEEDING THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, BOTH FRONT AXLES, SERP BELT, SWAY BAR LINK AND REAR ...

Oct 17, 2016 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

TAKATA INFLATORS,ABS. PURCHASED VEHICLE USED 08/12/2016 THE FOLLOWING MIL CODES WERE CLEARED BY SELLING DEALERSHIP. C1223, P0456, B1150, CR123, C1241, B1152. NEEDED REPAIR IMMEDIATELY, PASSED STATE INSPECTION EVEN NEEDING THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, BOTH FRONT AXLES, SERP BELT, SWAY BAR LINK AND REAR ...

Oct 17, 2016 Power Train 129,000 mi

TAKATA INFLATORS,ABS. PURCHASED VEHICLE USED 08/12/2016 THE FOLLOWING MIL CODES WERE CLEARED BY SELLING DEALERSHIP. C1223, P0456, B1150, CR123, C1241, B1152. NEEDED REPAIR IMMEDIATELY, PASSED STATE INSPECTION EVEN NEEDING THE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, BOTH FRONT AXLES, SERP BELT, SWAY BAR LINK AND REAR ...

Sep 7, 2016 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER THAT HAS BEEN DEVELOPING EXCESSIVE RUST FLAKING ON THE REAR AXLE HOUSING,BRAKE COMPONENTS, FRAME AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONETS.WE HAVE HAD WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED APPROX. 1 YEAR AGO AND THE MECHANICS AT TOYOTA STATED THEY NEEDED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR VARIOUS TRANSMISSIO...

Sep 7, 2016 Power Train 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER THAT HAS BEEN DEVELOPING EXCESSIVE RUST FLAKING ON THE REAR AXLE HOUSING,BRAKE COMPONENTS, FRAME AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONETS.WE HAVE HAD WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED APPROX. 1 YEAR AGO AND THE MECHANICS AT TOYOTA STATED THEY NEEDED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR VARIOUS TRANSMISSIO...

Sep 7, 2016 Suspension 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER THAT HAS BEEN DEVELOPING EXCESSIVE RUST FLAKING ON THE REAR AXLE HOUSING,BRAKE COMPONENTS, FRAME AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONETS.WE HAVE HAD WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED APPROX. 1 YEAR AGO AND THE MECHANICS AT TOYOTA STATED THEY NEEDED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR VARIOUS TRANSMISSIO...

Sep 7, 2016 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER THAT HAS BEEN DEVELOPING EXCESSIVE RUST FLAKING ON THE REAR AXLE HOUSING,BRAKE COMPONENTS, FRAME AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONETS.WE HAVE HAD WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED APPROX. 1 YEAR AGO AND THE MECHANICS AT TOYOTA STATED THEY NEEDED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR VARIOUS TRANSMISSIO...

Sep 7, 2016 Power Train 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER THAT HAS BEEN DEVELOPING EXCESSIVE RUST FLAKING ON THE REAR AXLE HOUSING,BRAKE COMPONENTS, FRAME AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONETS.WE HAVE HAD WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED APPROX. 1 YEAR AGO AND THE MECHANICS AT TOYOTA STATED THEY NEEDED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR VARIOUS TRANSMISSIO...

Sep 7, 2016 Suspension 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER THAT HAS BEEN DEVELOPING EXCESSIVE RUST FLAKING ON THE REAR AXLE HOUSING,BRAKE COMPONENTS, FRAME AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONETS.WE HAVE HAD WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED APPROX. 1 YEAR AGO AND THE MECHANICS AT TOYOTA STATED THEY NEEDED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR VARIOUS TRANSMISSIO...

Aug 25, 2016 Electrical System 125,000 mi

1.) WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE LASTEST INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE WAS CONSTANTLY SWAYING AND PULLING TO DIRECTION FORCING ME TO GRIP THE STEERING WHEEL ; PULLING IT IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION SO TIGHTLY THAT MY WRIST WERE THROBBING. ONCE I EXI...

Aug 25, 2016 Steering 125,000 mi

1.) WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE LASTEST INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE WAS CONSTANTLY SWAYING AND PULLING TO DIRECTION FORCING ME TO GRIP THE STEERING WHEEL ; PULLING IT IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION SO TIGHTLY THAT MY WRIST WERE THROBBING. ONCE I EXI...

Aug 25, 2016 Suspension 125,000 mi

1.) WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE LASTEST INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE WAS CONSTANTLY SWAYING AND PULLING TO DIRECTION FORCING ME TO GRIP THE STEERING WHEEL ; PULLING IT IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION SO TIGHTLY THAT MY WRIST WERE THROBBING. ONCE I EXI...

Aug 25, 2016 Electrical System 125,000 mi

1.) WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE LASTEST INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE WAS CONSTANTLY SWAYING AND PULLING TO DIRECTION FORCING ME TO GRIP THE STEERING WHEEL ; PULLING IT IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION SO TIGHTLY THAT MY WRIST WERE THROBBING. ONCE I EXI...

Aug 25, 2016 Steering 125,000 mi

1.) WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE LASTEST INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE WAS CONSTANTLY SWAYING AND PULLING TO DIRECTION FORCING ME TO GRIP THE STEERING WHEEL ; PULLING IT IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION SO TIGHTLY THAT MY WRIST WERE THROBBING. ONCE I EXI...

Aug 25, 2016 Suspension 125,000 mi

1.) WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE LASTEST INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE WAS CONSTANTLY SWAYING AND PULLING TO DIRECTION FORCING ME TO GRIP THE STEERING WHEEL ; PULLING IT IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION SO TIGHTLY THAT MY WRIST WERE THROBBING. ONCE I EXI...

May 11, 2016 Unknown Or Other 95,000 mi

FRAME ROT EXCESSIVE RUST ON FRAME, COMPROMISING THE INTEGRITY AND PUTTING THE PASSENGERS LIVES AT RISK IF THE FRAME SHOULD FAIL. CONTACTED TOYOTA, THEY INFORMED ME THAT NO RECALLS OR SERVICE CAMPAIGNS ARE AVAILABLE FOR FRAME ROT ON 4RUNNERS, HOWEVER TACOMAS, SEQUOIAS, AND TUNDRAS HAVE HAD FRAME ROT ...

May 11, 2016 Unknown Or Other 95,000 mi

FRAME ROT EXCESSIVE RUST ON FRAME, COMPROMISING THE INTEGRITY AND PUTTING THE PASSENGERS LIVES AT RISK IF THE FRAME SHOULD FAIL. CONTACTED TOYOTA, THEY INFORMED ME THAT NO RECALLS OR SERVICE CAMPAIGNS ARE AVAILABLE FOR FRAME ROT ON 4RUNNERS, HOWEVER TACOMAS, SEQUOIAS, AND TUNDRAS HAVE HAD FRAME ROT ...

May 5, 2016 Air Bags 140,000 mi

THE AIRBAG LIGHT IN MY '06 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS ON AND WON'T TURN OFF EVEN AFTER LETTING IT IDLE FOR "6 SECONDS" AS RECOMMENDED BY THE RECENT LETTER FROM TOYOTA THAT I RECEIVED. I HAVE BEEN INFORMED THAT AN OFFICIAL FIX/RECALL FOR THE AIRBAGS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2016. THE TAKATA AIRBA...

May 5, 2016 Air Bags 140,000 mi

THE AIRBAG LIGHT IN MY '06 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS ON AND WON'T TURN OFF EVEN AFTER LETTING IT IDLE FOR "6 SECONDS" AS RECOMMENDED BY THE RECENT LETTER FROM TOYOTA THAT I RECEIVED. I HAVE BEEN INFORMED THAT AN OFFICIAL FIX/RECALL FOR THE AIRBAGS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2016. THE TAKATA AIRBA...

Apr 29, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

DRIVER WAS MANEUVERING AROUND A VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT, WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, LEADING TO THE INCIDENT.

Apr 29, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

DRIVER WAS MANEUVERING AROUND A VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT, WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, LEADING TO THE INCIDENT.

Mar 11, 2016 Air Bags 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT WAS OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG SPIRAL CABLE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Mar 11, 2016 Air Bags 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT WAS OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG SPIRAL CABLE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Feb 5, 2016 Air Bags 176,460 mi

THE AIRBAG LIGHT APPEARED WHILE I WAS DRIVING, I WAS GOOGLING WHY THIS HAPPENED AND CAME ACROSS A FORUM TALKING ABOUT SIMILAR INCIDENTS. I WAS READING THAT AFTER THE LIGHT APPEARED MOST OF THE SAME YEAR AND MODEL THE AIRBAGS ARE EXPLODING WHILE DRIVING. I AM CONCERNED WITH MY SAFETY AND MY FAMILY'S ...

Feb 5, 2016 Air Bags 176,460 mi

THE AIRBAG LIGHT APPEARED WHILE I WAS DRIVING, I WAS GOOGLING WHY THIS HAPPENED AND CAME ACROSS A FORUM TALKING ABOUT SIMILAR INCIDENTS. I WAS READING THAT AFTER THE LIGHT APPEARED MOST OF THE SAME YEAR AND MODEL THE AIRBAGS ARE EXPLODING WHILE DRIVING. I AM CONCERNED WITH MY SAFETY AND MY FAMILY'S ...

Feb 2, 2016 Power Train 99,000 mi

EXCESSIVE VEHICLE VIBRATION. FROM REVIEW OF WWW.TACOMAWORLD.COM FORUMS THIS IS A FAIRLY COMMON OCCURENCE WITH 2ND GENERATION TACOMAS (2005 TO 2015). IT SEEMS TO STEM FROM THE SPLIT DRIVESHAFT MODELS (PRERUNNERS AND 4X4S). IN SOME CASES IT HAS RESULTED IN VEHICLES DROPPING THE DRIVESHAFTS. IN MY ...

Feb 2, 2016 Power Train 99,000 mi

EXCESSIVE VEHICLE VIBRATION. FROM REVIEW OF WWW.TACOMAWORLD.COM FORUMS THIS IS A FAIRLY COMMON OCCURENCE WITH 2ND GENERATION TACOMAS (2005 TO 2015). IT SEEMS TO STEM FROM THE SPLIT DRIVESHAFT MODELS (PRERUNNERS AND 4X4S). IN SOME CASES IT HAS RESULTED IN VEHICLES DROPPING THE DRIVESHAFTS. IN MY ...

Jan 14, 2016 Air Bags 145,000 mi

THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP WENT OFF AROUND 145K MILES WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WENT TO A FRED ANDERSON TOYOTA CHARLESTON, SC AND THE ADVISOR STATED THAT IT WAS JUST THE LAMP AND THAT THE AIRBAG IS STILL FUNCTIONAL. APPROXIMATELY AFTER 200 MILES, THE LIGHT REAPPEARED, BUT AS THE TOYOTA ADVISOR STATED IT WA...

Jan 14, 2016 Air Bags 145,000 mi

THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP WENT OFF AROUND 145K MILES WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WENT TO A FRED ANDERSON TOYOTA CHARLESTON, SC AND THE ADVISOR STATED THAT IT WAS JUST THE LAMP AND THAT THE AIRBAG IS STILL FUNCTIONAL. APPROXIMATELY AFTER 200 MILES, THE LIGHT REAPPEARED, BUT AS THE TOYOTA ADVISOR STATED IT WA...

Dec 3, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

SITTING STOPPED TO PULL ONTO A VERY BUSY ROAD. CAR ENGINE WENT CRAZY, HAD FOOT ON BRAKE ALREADY. CAR ENGINE RPM OFF THE CHART. OUR CAR WAS SHAKING AND BOUNCING. NO THERE WAS NO FLOOR MAT STUCK NO FOOT ON GAS. IT WAS SCARY! MY HUSBAND SHIFTED TO NEUTRAL KEEPING HIS FOOT FIRMLY ON BRAKE. NO CHANGE, H...

Dec 3, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 67,000 mi

SITTING STOPPED TO PULL ONTO A VERY BUSY ROAD. CAR ENGINE WENT CRAZY, HAD FOOT ON BRAKE ALREADY. CAR ENGINE RPM OFF THE CHART. OUR CAR WAS SHAKING AND BOUNCING. NO THERE WAS NO FLOOR MAT STUCK NO FOOT ON GAS. IT WAS SCARY! MY HUSBAND SHIFTED TO NEUTRAL KEEPING HIS FOOT FIRMLY ON BRAKE. NO CHANGE, H...

Nov 7, 2015 Suspension 122,696 mi

PURCHASED A TCUV IN 2012 AND LIVE IN EASTERN NC. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND WAS TOLD THAT FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. WAS NOT MADE AWARE WHEN PURCHASED. CALLED TOYOTA AND AWAITING A CALL BUT REP SAYS THAT ITS OUT OF WARRANTY AND WILL NOT ASSIST. VEHICLE CAN'T GO FROM FINE TO SEVERE IN 3 Y...

Nov 7, 2015 Unknown Or Other 122,696 mi

PURCHASED A TCUV IN 2012 AND LIVE IN EASTERN NC. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND WAS TOLD THAT FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. WAS NOT MADE AWARE WHEN PURCHASED. CALLED TOYOTA AND AWAITING A CALL BUT REP SAYS THAT ITS OUT OF WARRANTY AND WILL NOT ASSIST. VEHICLE CAN'T GO FROM FINE TO SEVERE IN 3 Y...

Nov 7, 2015 Suspension 122,696 mi

PURCHASED A TCUV IN 2012 AND LIVE IN EASTERN NC. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND WAS TOLD THAT FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. WAS NOT MADE AWARE WHEN PURCHASED. CALLED TOYOTA AND AWAITING A CALL BUT REP SAYS THAT ITS OUT OF WARRANTY AND WILL NOT ASSIST. VEHICLE CAN'T GO FROM FINE TO SEVERE IN 3 Y...

Nov 7, 2015 Unknown Or Other 122,696 mi

PURCHASED A TCUV IN 2012 AND LIVE IN EASTERN NC. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND WAS TOLD THAT FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. WAS NOT MADE AWARE WHEN PURCHASED. CALLED TOYOTA AND AWAITING A CALL BUT REP SAYS THAT ITS OUT OF WARRANTY AND WILL NOT ASSIST. VEHICLE CAN'T GO FROM FINE TO SEVERE IN 3 Y...

Oct 23, 2015 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V285000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS N...

Oct 23, 2015 Air Bags

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V285000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS N...

Sep 4, 2015 Structure 42,813 mi

NOTICED RUST ON GARAGE FLOOR,HAD DEALER INSPECT THE FRAME WAS TOLD THAT , ONLY FOUND SURFACE RUST NO HOLES. AT WHAT POINT DOES THIS TURN INTO A SAFETY PROBLEM, MY HUSBAND AND I ARE VERY CONCERNED ! THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW AND WAS ALWAYS PARKED IN A INSULATED ATTACHED GARAGE. THIS VEHICLE HAS...

Sep 4, 2015 Structure 42,813 mi

NOTICED RUST ON GARAGE FLOOR,HAD DEALER INSPECT THE FRAME WAS TOLD THAT , ONLY FOUND SURFACE RUST NO HOLES. AT WHAT POINT DOES THIS TURN INTO A SAFETY PROBLEM, MY HUSBAND AND I ARE VERY CONCERNED ! THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW AND WAS ALWAYS PARKED IN A INSULATED ATTACHED GARAGE. THIS VEHICLE HAS...

Aug 22, 2015 Unknown Or Other 107,036 mi

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE AND HAVE KEPT THIS VEHICLE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. I HAVE SPENT LOTS OF MONEY ON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF THIS VEHICLE AS WELL AS MORE INVOLVED TUNE-UPS. I HAVE ALSO WASHED THIS VEHICLE REGULARLY INCLUDING THE UNDERSIDE OF THIS VEHICLE, ESPECIALLY DURING THE WI...

Aug 22, 2015 Unknown Or Other 107,036 mi

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE AND HAVE KEPT THIS VEHICLE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. I HAVE SPENT LOTS OF MONEY ON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF THIS VEHICLE AS WELL AS MORE INVOLVED TUNE-UPS. I HAVE ALSO WASHED THIS VEHICLE REGULARLY INCLUDING THE UNDERSIDE OF THIS VEHICLE, ESPECIALLY DURING THE WI...

Jun 9, 2015 Unknown Or Other 116,000 mi

THE FRAME RUST ON MY 2006 4RUNNER IS BECOMING EXTENSIVE AND THE AMOUNT FOR THE YEAR THAT CAN BECOME POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS IN THE NEAR FUTURE IS INEXCUSABLE QUALITY AT BEST. THERE ARE AREAS ON THE FRAME THAT I AM ABLE TO PUSH IN WITH MY FINGERS BECAUSE OF THE RUST. THERE ARE ALSO OTHER PARTS WHERE OT...

Jun 9, 2015 Unknown Or Other 116,000 mi

THE FRAME RUST ON MY 2006 4RUNNER IS BECOMING EXTENSIVE AND THE AMOUNT FOR THE YEAR THAT CAN BECOME POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS IN THE NEAR FUTURE IS INEXCUSABLE QUALITY AT BEST. THERE ARE AREAS ON THE FRAME THAT I AM ABLE TO PUSH IN WITH MY FINGERS BECAUSE OF THE RUST. THERE ARE ALSO OTHER PARTS WHERE OT...

May 10, 2015 Unknown Or Other 166,260 mi

WHILE DRIVING LAST EVENING, MY REAR WINDOW EXPLODED.

May 10, 2015 Unknown Or Other 166,260 mi

WHILE DRIVING LAST EVENING, MY REAR WINDOW EXPLODED.

Apr 16, 2015 Traction Control System 118,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE WOULD MOVE ONLY SLOWLY. TURNED CAR OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES, TRIED ENGAGING 4 WHEEL DRIVE AND OTHER DRIVE FUNCTIONS, TRIED ACCELERATING, BUT VEHICLE WOULD ONLY MOVE SLOWLY. AFTER TURNING OFF AND ON ONE MORE TIME THE VEHICLE DROVE...

Apr 16, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 118,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE WOULD MOVE ONLY SLOWLY. TURNED CAR OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES, TRIED ENGAGING 4 WHEEL DRIVE AND OTHER DRIVE FUNCTIONS, TRIED ACCELERATING, BUT VEHICLE WOULD ONLY MOVE SLOWLY. AFTER TURNING OFF AND ON ONE MORE TIME THE VEHICLE DROVE...

Apr 16, 2015 Engine 118,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE WOULD MOVE ONLY SLOWLY. TURNED CAR OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES, TRIED ENGAGING 4 WHEEL DRIVE AND OTHER DRIVE FUNCTIONS, TRIED ACCELERATING, BUT VEHICLE WOULD ONLY MOVE SLOWLY. AFTER TURNING OFF AND ON ONE MORE TIME THE VEHICLE DROVE...

Apr 16, 2015 Traction Control System 118,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE WOULD MOVE ONLY SLOWLY. TURNED CAR OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES, TRIED ENGAGING 4 WHEEL DRIVE AND OTHER DRIVE FUNCTIONS, TRIED ACCELERATING, BUT VEHICLE WOULD ONLY MOVE SLOWLY. AFTER TURNING OFF AND ON ONE MORE TIME THE VEHICLE DROVE...

Apr 16, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 118,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE WOULD MOVE ONLY SLOWLY. TURNED CAR OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES, TRIED ENGAGING 4 WHEEL DRIVE AND OTHER DRIVE FUNCTIONS, TRIED ACCELERATING, BUT VEHICLE WOULD ONLY MOVE SLOWLY. AFTER TURNING OFF AND ON ONE MORE TIME THE VEHICLE DROVE...

Apr 16, 2015 Engine 118,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE WOULD MOVE ONLY SLOWLY. TURNED CAR OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES, TRIED ENGAGING 4 WHEEL DRIVE AND OTHER DRIVE FUNCTIONS, TRIED ACCELERATING, BUT VEHICLE WOULD ONLY MOVE SLOWLY. AFTER TURNING OFF AND ON ONE MORE TIME THE VEHICLE DROVE...

Jan 21, 2015 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE PISTONS WERE FROZEN AND THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER WAS REPLACE...

Jan 21, 2015 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE PISTONS WERE FROZEN AND THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER WAS REPLACE...

Jan 14, 2015 Electrical System Fire 103,000 mi

YESTERDAY I TOOK MY 3YR OLD TO PRE-SCHOOL, I DID LEAVE MY CAR RUNNING AS I USUALLY DO WHEN I DROP HIM OFF, MY HEATER WAS GOING AS WELL AS MY DEFROST AS IT WAS A COLD MORNING. WHEN I CAME OUT APPROXIMATELY 7-8 MINUTES LATER I SEE THAT MY BACK WINDOW IS COMPLETELY SHATTERED. I AM COMPLETELY SURPRISED ...

Jan 14, 2015 Electrical System Fire 103,000 mi

YESTERDAY I TOOK MY 3YR OLD TO PRE-SCHOOL, I DID LEAVE MY CAR RUNNING AS I USUALLY DO WHEN I DROP HIM OFF, MY HEATER WAS GOING AS WELL AS MY DEFROST AS IT WAS A COLD MORNING. WHEN I CAME OUT APPROXIMATELY 7-8 MINUTES LATER I SEE THAT MY BACK WINDOW IS COMPLETELY SHATTERED. I AM COMPLETELY SURPRISED ...

Nov 14, 2014 Electrical System 109,404 mi

TOYOTA CASE #[XXX] THIS IS PART OF A MESSAGE SENT TOYOTA. MY DAUGHTER EXPERIENCED A BURNING SMELL INSIDE HER CAR ON HER WAY HOME FROM WORK. WITHIN 15 MINUTES OF NOTING THE SMELL, HER REAR WINDOW EXPLODED FORCING HER TO PULL OVER AND CALL US FOR ASSISTANCE. WHEN WE ARRIVED WE STARTED THE ...

Nov 14, 2014 Electrical System 109,404 mi

TOYOTA CASE #[XXX] THIS IS PART OF A MESSAGE SENT TOYOTA. MY DAUGHTER EXPERIENCED A BURNING SMELL INSIDE HER CAR ON HER WAY HOME FROM WORK. WITHIN 15 MINUTES OF NOTING THE SMELL, HER REAR WINDOW EXPLODED FORCING HER TO PULL OVER AND CALL US FOR ASSISTANCE. WHEN WE ARRIVED WE STARTED THE ...

Oct 21, 2014 Electrical System 164,000 mi

DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH TOWARDS HOME AND REAR WINDOW EXPLODED, SHATTERED GLASS ALL OVER. IT SOUNDED LIKE AN M80 IN THE BACK OF MY TRUCK. HAD WINDOW REPAIR GUYS COME AND THEY SHOWED ME DEFROSTER CONNECTORS WERE BURNT OUT. I DID HAVE DEFROSTER SETTING ON AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT. I CALLED TOYOTA BUT THEY...

Oct 21, 2014 Visibility 164,000 mi

DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH TOWARDS HOME AND REAR WINDOW EXPLODED, SHATTERED GLASS ALL OVER. IT SOUNDED LIKE AN M80 IN THE BACK OF MY TRUCK. HAD WINDOW REPAIR GUYS COME AND THEY SHOWED ME DEFROSTER CONNECTORS WERE BURNT OUT. I DID HAVE DEFROSTER SETTING ON AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT. I CALLED TOYOTA BUT THEY...

Oct 21, 2014 Visibility 164,000 mi

DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH TOWARDS HOME AND REAR WINDOW EXPLODED, SHATTERED GLASS ALL OVER. IT SOUNDED LIKE AN M80 IN THE BACK OF MY TRUCK. HAD WINDOW REPAIR GUYS COME AND THEY SHOWED ME DEFROSTER CONNECTORS WERE BURNT OUT. I DID HAVE DEFROSTER SETTING ON AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT. I CALLED TOYOTA BUT ...

Oct 21, 2014 Electrical System 164,000 mi

DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH TOWARDS HOME AND REAR WINDOW EXPLODED, SHATTERED GLASS ALL OVER. IT SOUNDED LIKE AN M80 IN THE BACK OF MY TRUCK. HAD WINDOW REPAIR GUYS COME AND THEY SHOWED ME DEFROSTER CONNECTORS WERE BURNT OUT. I DID HAVE DEFROSTER SETTING ON AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT. I CALLED TOYOTA BUT THEY...

Oct 21, 2014 Visibility 164,000 mi

DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH TOWARDS HOME AND REAR WINDOW EXPLODED, SHATTERED GLASS ALL OVER. IT SOUNDED LIKE AN M80 IN THE BACK OF MY TRUCK. HAD WINDOW REPAIR GUYS COME AND THEY SHOWED ME DEFROSTER CONNECTORS WERE BURNT OUT. I DID HAVE DEFROSTER SETTING ON AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT. I CALLED TOYOTA BUT THEY...

Oct 21, 2014 Visibility 164,000 mi

DRIVING APPROX 40 MPH TOWARDS HOME AND REAR WINDOW EXPLODED, SHATTERED GLASS ALL OVER. IT SOUNDED LIKE AN M80 IN THE BACK OF MY TRUCK. HAD WINDOW REPAIR GUYS COME AND THEY SHOWED ME DEFROSTER CONNECTORS WERE BURNT OUT. I DID HAVE DEFROSTER SETTING ON AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT. I CALLED TOYOTA BUT ...

Oct 8, 2014 Power Train 12 mi

A COUPLE OF MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING THE NEW 4 RUNNER LISTED ABOVE, I BEGAN TO FEEL A CLUNK FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN COMING TO A STOP. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THEY WERE AWARE OF IT BUT COULD DO NOTHING BECAUSE THERE WAS NO SERVICE BULLETIN PUBLISHED REFERENCING THE PROBLEM. THEY SAID A SERVICE BULLETIN...

Oct 8, 2014 Power Train 12 mi

A COUPLE OF MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING THE NEW 4 RUNNER LISTED ABOVE, I BEGAN TO FEEL A CLUNK FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN COMING TO A STOP. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THEY WERE AWARE OF IT BUT COULD DO NOTHING BECAUSE THERE WAS NO SERVICE BULLETIN PUBLISHED REFERENCING THE PROBLEM. THEY SAID A SERVICE BULLETIN...

Sep 26, 2014 Structure 105,000 mi

THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF THE MAIN FRAME UNDER THE VEHICLE BROKE DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME. AS FAR AS I KNOW TOYOTA HAS A LARGE RECALL NOW ON RAV 4S AND LEXUS VEHICLES DUE TO EXCESSIVE FRAME RUST BUT THERE IS NO CURRENT RECALL ON 4 RUNNERS. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY CONCERN IN HOPES OF LEADING...

Sep 26, 2014 Structure 105,000 mi

THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF THE MAIN FRAME UNDER THE VEHICLE BROKE DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME. AS FAR AS I KNOW TOYOTA HAS A LARGE RECALL NOW ON RAV 4S AND LEXUS VEHICLES DUE TO EXCESSIVE FRAME RUST BUT THERE IS NO CURRENT RECALL ON 4 RUNNERS. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY CONCERN IN HOPES OF LEADING...

Sep 23, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 44,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK FAILED TO REMAIN CLOSED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE LATCH MECHANISM WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS EXTENSIVE RUST UNDER THE HOOD, WHICH PREVENTED THE INSTALLATION OF THE TWO BOLTS T...

Sep 23, 2014 Latches/locks/linkages 44,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK FAILED TO REMAIN CLOSED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE LATCH MECHANISM WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS EXTENSIVE RUST UNDER THE HOOD, WHICH PREVENTED THE INSTALLATION OF THE TWO BOLTS T...

Sep 19, 2014 Engine 97,000 mi

THE SECONDARY AIR INDUCTION PUMP (AIP) AND SWITCHING VALVES FAILED ON MY 2006 4RUNNER LIMITED WITH V8. THIS IS THE SAME ISSUE THAT IS SEEN ON TOYOTA SEQUOIAS AND TUNDRAS. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A SPECIAL EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR THIS SYSTEM ON THOSE VEHICLES, BUT NOT ON THE 4 RUNNERS, EVEN THOUGH THE DEFECT...

Sep 19, 2014 Power Train 97,000 mi

THE SECONDARY AIR INDUCTION PUMP (AIP) AND SWITCHING VALVES FAILED ON MY 2006 4RUNNER LIMITED WITH V8. THIS IS THE SAME ISSUE THAT IS SEEN ON TOYOTA SEQUOIAS AND TUNDRAS. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A SPECIAL EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR THIS SYSTEM ON THOSE VEHICLES, BUT NOT ON THE 4 RUNNERS, EVEN THOUGH THE DEFECT...

Sep 19, 2014 Electrical System 97,000 mi

THE SECONDARY AIR INDUCTION PUMP (AIP) AND SWITCHING VALVES FAILED ON MY 2006 4RUNNER LIMITED WITH V8. THIS IS THE SAME ISSUE THAT IS SEEN ON TOYOTA SEQUOIAS AND TUNDRAS. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A SPECIAL EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR THIS SYSTEM ON THOSE VEHICLES, BUT NOT ON THE 4 RUNNERS, EVEN THOUGH THE DEFECT...

Sep 19, 2014 Engine 97,000 mi

THE SECONDARY AIR INDUCTION PUMP (AIP) AND SWITCHING VALVES FAILED ON MY 2006 4RUNNER LIMITED WITH V8. THIS IS THE SAME ISSUE THAT IS SEEN ON TOYOTA SEQUOIAS AND TUNDRAS. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A SPECIAL EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR THIS SYSTEM ON THOSE VEHICLES, BUT NOT ON THE 4 RUNNERS, EVEN THOUGH THE DEFECT...

Sep 19, 2014 Power Train 97,000 mi

THE SECONDARY AIR INDUCTION PUMP (AIP) AND SWITCHING VALVES FAILED ON MY 2006 4RUNNER LIMITED WITH V8. THIS IS THE SAME ISSUE THAT IS SEEN ON TOYOTA SEQUOIAS AND TUNDRAS. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A SPECIAL EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR THIS SYSTEM ON THOSE VEHICLES, BUT NOT ON THE 4 RUNNERS, EVEN THOUGH THE DEFECT...

Sep 19, 2014 Electrical System 97,000 mi

THE SECONDARY AIR INDUCTION PUMP (AIP) AND SWITCHING VALVES FAILED ON MY 2006 4RUNNER LIMITED WITH V8. THIS IS THE SAME ISSUE THAT IS SEEN ON TOYOTA SEQUOIAS AND TUNDRAS. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A SPECIAL EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR THIS SYSTEM ON THOSE VEHICLES, BUT NOT ON THE 4 RUNNERS, EVEN THOUGH THE DEFECT...

Jun 25, 2014 Structure 94,000 mi

HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA WITH 94000 MILES ON IT. TOOK IT IN FOR A RECENT RECALL AND TOLD THE ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTED AND BACK OF VEHICLE COULD JUST FALL APART WHILE DRIVING. MY RESEARCH INDICATES THAT TOYOTA HAS SEVERAL ISSUES WITH FRAMES RUSTING ALTHOUGH THEY HAVE ONLY RECALLED A FEW OF THEIR MODELS. I...

Jun 25, 2014 Structure 94,000 mi

HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA WITH 94000 MILES ON IT. TOOK IT IN FOR A RECENT RECALL AND TOLD THE ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTED AND BACK OF VEHICLE COULD JUST FALL APART WHILE DRIVING. MY RESEARCH INDICATES THAT TOYOTA HAS SEVERAL ISSUES WITH FRAMES RUSTING ALTHOUGH THEY HAVE ONLY RECALLED A FEW OF THEIR MODELS. I...

May 27, 2014 Structure 50,000 mi

IN 2011, I NOTICED MY 2006 4RUNNER WAS RUSTING SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO LOOKED AT IN AND SAID NORMAL WEAR. NOW IN 2014, PARTS OF MY 4RUNNER ARE FALLING OFF, ONE HEAT SHIELD FELL OFF AND THE OTHER ONE IS RATTLING LIKE CRAZY, THE SCREWS HAVE RUSTED THROUGH. THERE IS SEVERE RUSTING, THE ENTIRE UN...

May 27, 2014 Suspension 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN EXTENSIVE LEAK OF AN UNKNOWN FLUID UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPEN...

May 27, 2014 Unknown Or Other 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN EXTENSIVE LEAK OF AN UNKNOWN FLUID UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPEN...

May 27, 2014 Structure 50,000 mi

IN 2011, I NOTICED MY 2006 4RUNNER WAS RUSTING SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO LOOKED AT IN AND SAID NORMAL WEAR. NOW IN 2014, PARTS OF MY 4RUNNER ARE FALLING OFF, ONE HEAT SHIELD FELL OFF AND THE OTHER ONE IS RATTLING LIKE CRAZY, THE SCREWS HAVE RUSTED THROUGH. THERE IS SEVERE RUSTING, THE ENTIRE UN...

May 27, 2014 Suspension 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN EXTENSIVE LEAK OF AN UNKNOWN FLUID UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPEN...

May 27, 2014 Unknown Or Other 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN EXTENSIVE LEAK OF AN UNKNOWN FLUID UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPEN...

Apr 23, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 124,101 mi

CEL VSCOFF VSC TRAC. HAD IT CHECKED, WAS TOLD #6 CYLINDER PLUG OR COIL, REPLACED COIL AND ALL SPARK PLUGS .CEL LIGHT WENT OFF THE NEXT DAY BUT CAME BACK ON FOLLOWING DAY. NOTICED A SOUND OF WATER MOVING IN A PIPE OR WHAT SOUNDED LIKE IN A PIPE BEHIND DASH FOR A SECOND OR SO. WAS IDLING AND RUNNING R...

Apr 23, 2014 Engine 124,101 mi

CEL VSCOFF VSC TRAC. HAD IT CHECKED, WAS TOLD #6 CYLINDER PLUG OR COIL, REPLACED COIL AND ALL SPARK PLUGS .CEL LIGHT WENT OFF THE NEXT DAY BUT CAME BACK ON FOLLOWING DAY. NOTICED A SOUND OF WATER MOVING IN A PIPE OR WHAT SOUNDED LIKE IN A PIPE BEHIND DASH FOR A SECOND OR SO. WAS IDLING AND RUNNING R...

Apr 23, 2014 Electrical System 124,101 mi

CEL VSCOFF VSC TRAC. HAD IT CHECKED, WAS TOLD #6 CYLINDER PLUG OR COIL, REPLACED COIL AND ALL SPARK PLUGS .CEL LIGHT WENT OFF THE NEXT DAY BUT CAME BACK ON FOLLOWING DAY. NOTICED A SOUND OF WATER MOVING IN A PIPE OR WHAT SOUNDED LIKE IN A PIPE BEHIND DASH FOR A SECOND OR SO. WAS IDLING AND RUNNING R...

Apr 23, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 124,101 mi

CEL VSCOFF VSC TRAC. HAD IT CHECKED, WAS TOLD #6 CYLINDER PLUG OR COIL, REPLACED COIL AND ALL SPARK PLUGS .CEL LIGHT WENT OFF THE NEXT DAY BUT CAME BACK ON FOLLOWING DAY. NOTICED A SOUND OF WATER MOVING IN A PIPE OR WHAT SOUNDED LIKE IN A PIPE BEHIND DASH FOR A SECOND OR SO. WAS IDLING AND RUNNING R...

Apr 23, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 124,101 mi

CEL VSCOFF VSC TRAC. HAD IT CHECKED, WAS TOLD #6 CYLINDER PLUG OR COIL, REPLACED COIL AND ALL SPARK PLUGS .CEL LIGHT WENT OFF THE NEXT DAY BUT CAME BACK ON FOLLOWING DAY. NOTICED A SOUND OF WATER MOVING IN A PIPE OR WHAT SOUNDED LIKE IN A PIPE BEHIND DASH FOR A SECOND OR SO. WAS IDLING AND RUNNING R...

Apr 23, 2014 Engine 124,101 mi

CEL VSCOFF VSC TRAC. HAD IT CHECKED, WAS TOLD #6 CYLINDER PLUG OR COIL, REPLACED COIL AND ALL SPARK PLUGS .CEL LIGHT WENT OFF THE NEXT DAY BUT CAME BACK ON FOLLOWING DAY. NOTICED A SOUND OF WATER MOVING IN A PIPE OR WHAT SOUNDED LIKE IN A PIPE BEHIND DASH FOR A SECOND OR SO. WAS IDLING AND RUNNING R...

Apr 23, 2014 Electrical System 124,101 mi

CEL VSCOFF VSC TRAC. HAD IT CHECKED, WAS TOLD #6 CYLINDER PLUG OR COIL, REPLACED COIL AND ALL SPARK PLUGS .CEL LIGHT WENT OFF THE NEXT DAY BUT CAME BACK ON FOLLOWING DAY. NOTICED A SOUND OF WATER MOVING IN A PIPE OR WHAT SOUNDED LIKE IN A PIPE BEHIND DASH FOR A SECOND OR SO. WAS IDLING AND RUNNING R...

Apr 23, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 124,101 mi

CEL VSCOFF VSC TRAC. HAD IT CHECKED, WAS TOLD #6 CYLINDER PLUG OR COIL, REPLACED COIL AND ALL SPARK PLUGS .CEL LIGHT WENT OFF THE NEXT DAY BUT CAME BACK ON FOLLOWING DAY. NOTICED A SOUND OF WATER MOVING IN A PIPE OR WHAT SOUNDED LIKE IN A PIPE BEHIND DASH FOR A SECOND OR SO. WAS IDLING AND RUNNING R...

Apr 9, 2014 Power Train Crash 160,979 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY WIFE 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 APPROXIMATELY 55-60 MILES PER HOURS ON 88 WEST IN CALIFORNIA AND THE SUV EXPERIENCE SUDDEN ACCELERATION PASS 70 MILES PER HOURS. I THEN STEP ON THE BRAKES AS HARD AS I COULD BUT THE SUV CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE FASTER THAN 70 MILES PER HOUR. WHILE MY FOOT...

Apr 9, 2014 Power Train Crash 160,979 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY WIFE 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 APPROXIMATELY 55-60 MILES PER HOURS ON 88 WEST IN CALIFORNIA AND THE SUV EXPERIENCE SUDDEN ACCELERATION PASS 70 MILES PER HOURS. I THEN STEP ON THE BRAKES AS HARD AS I COULD BUT THE SUV CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE FASTER THAN 70 MILES PER HOUR. WHILE MY FOOT...

Mar 10, 2014 Engine Crash 198,000 mi

DRIVING IN OFFICE PARKING STRUCTURE, TRAVELED TWO FLOOR LEVELS AND DOWN TWO PARKING STRUCTURE RAMPS. AT SECOND DOWN RAMP, MADE A RIGHT TURN TO NEXT FLOOR LEVEL, AND WITHIN 21+ FEET (WITH THE DRIVER'S FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKES), THE SUV SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHICH CAUSED THE DR...

Mar 10, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 198,000 mi

DRIVING IN OFFICE PARKING STRUCTURE, TRAVELED TWO FLOOR LEVELS AND DOWN TWO PARKING STRUCTURE RAMPS. AT SECOND DOWN RAMP, MADE A RIGHT TURN TO NEXT FLOOR LEVEL, AND WITHIN 21+ FEET (WITH THE DRIVER'S FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKES), THE SUV SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHICH CAUSED THE DR...

Mar 10, 2014 Engine Crash 198,000 mi

DRIVING IN OFFICE PARKING STRUCTURE, TRAVELED TWO FLOOR LEVELS AND DOWN TWO PARKING STRUCTURE RAMPS. AT SECOND DOWN RAMP, MADE A RIGHT TURN TO NEXT FLOOR LEVEL, AND WITHIN 21+ FEET (WITH THE DRIVER'S FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKES), THE SUV SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHICH CAUSED THE DR...

Mar 10, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 198,000 mi

DRIVING IN OFFICE PARKING STRUCTURE, TRAVELED TWO FLOOR LEVELS AND DOWN TWO PARKING STRUCTURE RAMPS. AT SECOND DOWN RAMP, MADE A RIGHT TURN TO NEXT FLOOR LEVEL, AND WITHIN 21+ FEET (WITH THE DRIVER'S FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKES), THE SUV SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHICH CAUSED THE DR...

Feb 14, 2014 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE PISTONS IN BOTH FRONT CALIPERS HAVE FROZEN UP AND HAD TO BE REPLACED TWICE. THE FIRST TIME AT 90,000 MILES AND AGAIN AT 160,000. MANY FORUMS ON THE 4TH GEN 4RUNNERS DOCUMENT MANY PEOPLE OTHERS HAVING HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. I ASKED THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT IT WAS NOT A PROBLEM THEY WERE AWA...

Feb 14, 2014 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE PISTONS IN BOTH FRONT CALIPERS HAVE FROZEN UP AND HAD TO BE REPLACED TWICE. THE FIRST TIME AT 90,000 MILES AND AGAIN AT 160,000. MANY FORUMS ON THE 4TH GEN 4RUNNERS DOCUMENT MANY PEOPLE OTHERS HAVING HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. I ASKED THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT IT WAS NOT A PROBLEM THEY WERE AWA...

Jan 21, 2014 Structure 12,000 mi

WE HAD THE 4 RUNNER SERVICE FOR OIL CHANGE AND INSPECTION WHEN THEY FOUND THE FRAME COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND NONE REPAIRABLE WE STILL HAVE TO MAKE PAYMENTS. *TR

Jan 21, 2014 Structure 12,000 mi

WE HAD THE 4 RUNNER SERVICE FOR OIL CHANGE AND INSPECTION WHEN THEY FOUND THE FRAME COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND NONE REPAIRABLE WE STILL HAVE TO MAKE PAYMENTS. *TR

Jan 14, 2014 Power Train 33,000 mi

DURING SNOWSTORM IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE MODE; 4 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM WOULD NOT ENGAGE DUE TO FAILURE OF ADD - AUTO DISCONNECTING DIFFERENTIAL ACTUATOR. THIS LED TO EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SAFETY HAZARD WITH VEHICLE SLIDING ACROSS OVERHEAD BRIDGE. NO WARNING OF FAILURE, JUST BLINKING 4 WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR ON...

Jan 14, 2014 Power Train 33,000 mi

DURING SNOWSTORM IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE MODE; 4 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM WOULD NOT ENGAGE DUE TO FAILURE OF ADD - AUTO DISCONNECTING DIFFERENTIAL ACTUATOR. THIS LED TO EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SAFETY HAZARD WITH VEHICLE SLIDING ACROSS OVERHEAD BRIDGE. NO WARNING OF FAILURE, JUST BLINKING 4 WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR ON...

Aug 17, 2013 Structure 45,000 mi

IN SEPTEMBER 2012 I NOTICED PAINT BLISTERING ON THE TAILGATE OF MY 4RUNNER. I NOW (8/13) HAVE RUST THROUGH ORIGINATING FROM THE INSIDE MIDDLE OF THE TAIL GATE. I TOOK THE TRUCK TO MY LOCAL BODY SHOP AND WAS TOLD THAT THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE 06 4RUNNER. IT WAS CAUSED BY A SOUND DEAFENING ...

Aug 17, 2013 Structure 45,000 mi

IN SEPTEMBER 2012 I NOTICED PAINT BLISTERING ON THE TAILGATE OF MY 4RUNNER. I NOW (8/13) HAVE RUST THROUGH ORIGINATING FROM THE INSIDE MIDDLE OF THE TAIL GATE. I TOOK THE TRUCK TO MY LOCAL BODY SHOP AND WAS TOLD THAT THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE 06 4RUNNER. IT WAS CAUSED BY A SOUND DEAFENING ...

Jul 24, 2013 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

COMING TO A STOP SIGN AT ABOUT 30 MPH I APPLIED BRAKES AT NORMAL PRESSURE. THERE WAS A LOUD SNAP AND CAR SUDDENLY VEERED HARD LEFT. TOOK IT TO SERVICE CENTER FOR EVALUATION. THE FRONT RIGHT ROTOR WAS BROKEN. THE DISC HAD SEPARATED FROM THE HAT. SERVICE CENTER REPLACED BOTH FRONT ROTORS AND INSP...

Jul 24, 2013 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

COMING TO A STOP SIGN AT ABOUT 30 MPH I APPLIED BRAKES AT NORMAL PRESSURE. THERE WAS A LOUD SNAP AND CAR SUDDENLY VEERED HARD LEFT. TOOK IT TO SERVICE CENTER FOR EVALUATION. THE FRONT RIGHT ROTOR WAS BROKEN. THE DISC HAD SEPARATED FROM THE HAT. SERVICE CENTER REPLACED BOTH FRONT ROTORS AND INSP...

Jul 2, 2013 Air Bags Crash 92,333 mi

PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS, 10565915,10514762. BECAUSE OF MY COMPLAINTS TO SAFECAR.GOV, TOYOTA SEND ME A REPORT OF THE EDR INSPECTION. AS PER THE INSPECTION REPORTS, TOYOTA SAYS I WAS DRIVING 50 MILE PER HOUR WHEN THE TRAFFIC STOPPED SUDDENLY IN FRONT OF ME. AND I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID ...

Jul 2, 2013 Air Bags Crash 92,333 mi

PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS, 10565915,10514762. BECAUSE OF MY COMPLAINTS TO SAFECAR.GOV, TOYOTA SEND ME A REPORT OF THE EDR INSPECTION. AS PER THE INSPECTION REPORTS, TOYOTA SAYS I WAS DRIVING 50 MILE PER HOUR WHEN THE TRAFFIC STOPPED SUDDENLY IN FRONT OF ME. AND I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID ...

Jul 2, 2013 Air Bags Crash 92,333 mi

PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS, 10565915,10514762. BECAUSE OF MY COMPLAINTS TO SAFECAR.GOV, TOYOTA SEND ME A REPORT OF THE EDR INSPECTION. AS PER THE INSPECTION REPORTS, TOYOTA SAYS I WAS DRIVING 50 MILE PER HOUR WHEN THE TRAFFIC STOPPED SUDDENLY IN FRONT OF ME. AND I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID ...

Jul 2, 2013 Air Bags Crash 92,333 mi

PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS, 10565915,10514762. BECAUSE OF MY COMPLAINTS TO SAFECAR.GOV, TOYOTA SEND ME A REPORT OF THE EDR INSPECTION. AS PER THE INSPECTION REPORTS, TOYOTA SAYS I WAS DRIVING 50 MILE PER HOUR WHEN THE TRAFFIC STOPPED SUDDENLY IN FRONT OF ME. AND I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID ...

Jun 3, 2013 Air Bags Crash 94,102 mi

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. I WAS DRIVING AROUND 50 MILES PER HOUR AND A COMMERCIAL VAN IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED SUDDENLY AND I TRIED TO STOP THE CAR, HOW...

Jun 3, 2013 Air Bags Crash 94,102 mi

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. I WAS DRIVING AROUND 50 MILES PER HOUR AND A COMMERCIAL VAN IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED SUDDENLY AND I TRIED TO STOP THE CAR, HOW...

Apr 25, 2013 Service Brakes 117,000 mi

WE WERE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. AN ALARM WENT OFF IN THE CAR AND THE RED BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. AT THAT POINT WE ROLLED THE CAR TO SEE IF THE BRAKES WERE WORKING. THIS IS WHEN WE REALIZED THERE WERE NO BRAKES AND THE ONLY BREAK WE HAD WAS OUR EMERGENCY BRAKE. IT WAS TAKEN ...

Apr 25, 2013 Service Brakes 117,000 mi

WE WERE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. AN ALARM WENT OFF IN THE CAR AND THE RED BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. AT THAT POINT WE ROLLED THE CAR TO SEE IF THE BRAKES WERE WORKING. THIS IS WHEN WE REALIZED THERE WERE NO BRAKES AND THE ONLY BREAK WE HAD WAS OUR EMERGENCY BRAKE. IT WAS TAKEN ...

Apr 11, 2013 Air Bags Crash 92,100 mi

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. I WAS DRIVING AROUND 50 MILES PER HOUR AND A COMMERCIAL VAN IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED SUDDENLY AND I TRIED TO STOP THE CAR, HOWEVER IT DIDN'T AND REAR ENDED. ADMITTED TO HOSPI...

Apr 11, 2013 Air Bags Crash 92,100 mi

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. I WAS DRIVING AROUND 50 MILES PER HOUR AND A COMMERCIAL VAN IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED SUDDENLY AND I TRIED TO STOP THE CAR, HOWEVER IT DIDN'T AND REAR ENDED. ADMITTED TO HOSPI...

Dec 3, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 120,000 mi

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 REAR-ENDED BY A SECOND CAR, WHICH WAS IN FRONT OF ME. I H...

Dec 3, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 120,000 mi

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 REAR-ENDED BY A SECOND CAR, WHICH WAS IN FRONT OF ME. I H...

Oct 3, 2012 Engine 185,890 mi

WHEN AT STOPPED AT A STREET LIGHT OR JUST STOP IN GEAR WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED, CAR WILL JUMP FORWARD TO A POINT WERE I MAY HIT A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. SECOND, RADIATOR FAN HITS THE SHROUD. CAUSED BY BROKEN WELD AT THE MOTOR MOUNTS. WHICH CAN CAUSE A FIRE. DEALER SHIP IN RIVERSIDE WAS CONTACTED AND THE...

Oct 3, 2012 Engine 185,890 mi

WHEN AT STOPPED AT A STREET LIGHT OR JUST STOP IN GEAR WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED, CAR WILL JUMP FORWARD TO A POINT WERE I MAY HIT A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. SECOND, RADIATOR FAN HITS THE SHROUD. CAUSED BY BROKEN WELD AT THE MOTOR MOUNTS. WHICH CAN CAUSE A FIRE. DEALER SHIP IN RIVERSIDE WAS CONTACTED AND THE...

Aug 22, 2012 Suspension 20,000 mi

EXTREME WHEEL SHIMMY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. 3 DEALERSHIPS CAN'T FIND A PROBLEM THOUGHT THEY ALL FEEL THE VIBRATION AND SHAKE. TIRES ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. FRONT END COMPONENTS ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Steering 20,000 mi

EXTREME WHEEL SHIMMY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. 3 DEALERSHIPS CAN'T FIND A PROBLEM THOUGHT THEY ALL FEEL THE VIBRATION AND SHAKE. TIRES ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. FRONT END COMPONENTS ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Wheels 20,000 mi

EXTREME WHEEL SHIMMY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. 3 DEALERSHIPS CAN'T FIND A PROBLEM THOUGHT THEY ALL FEEL THE VIBRATION AND SHAKE. TIRES ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. FRONT END COMPONENTS ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Suspension 20,000 mi

EXTREME WHEEL SHIMMY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. 3 DEALERSHIPS CAN'T FIND A PROBLEM THOUGHT THEY ALL FEEL THE VIBRATION AND SHAKE. TIRES ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. FRONT END COMPONENTS ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Steering 20,000 mi

EXTREME WHEEL SHIMMY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. 3 DEALERSHIPS CAN'T FIND A PROBLEM THOUGHT THEY ALL FEEL THE VIBRATION AND SHAKE. TIRES ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. FRONT END COMPONENTS ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Wheels 20,000 mi

EXTREME WHEEL SHIMMY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. 3 DEALERSHIPS CAN'T FIND A PROBLEM THOUGHT THEY ALL FEEL THE VIBRATION AND SHAKE. TIRES ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. FRONT END COMPONENTS ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. *TR

Jun 20, 2012 Structure 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT VEHICLE WAS TAKEN FOR INSPECTION WHERE THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF CORROSION AND RUST ON THE MAJORITY OF THE FRAME. THERE WERE ALSO TWO AREAS WHERE THE FRAME HAD BEEN PREVIOUSLY WELDED ...

Jun 20, 2012 Structure 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT VEHICLE WAS TAKEN FOR INSPECTION WHERE THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF CORROSION AND RUST ON THE MAJORITY OF THE FRAME. THERE WERE ALSO TWO AREAS WHERE THE FRAME HAD BEEN PREVIOUSLY WELDED ...

May 31, 2012 Service Brakes 62,000 mi

I BROUGHT MY CAR IN FOR REGULAR SERVICE AND NEW BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS. I WAS TOLD ONE OF THE BRAKE CALIPERS ON THE FRONT WHEELS WAS FROZEN. IF THE BRAKE CALIPER IS FROZEN, THEN THE CAR HAS SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED STOPPING POWER. THERE WAS NO ENGINE LIGHT INDICATING THE PROBLEM. MULTIPLE PEOPLE H...

May 31, 2012 Service Brakes 62,000 mi

I BROUGHT MY CAR IN FOR REGULAR SERVICE AND NEW BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS. I WAS TOLD ONE OF THE BRAKE CALIPERS ON THE FRONT WHEELS WAS FROZEN. IF THE BRAKE CALIPER IS FROZEN, THEN THE CAR HAS SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED STOPPING POWER. THERE WAS NO ENGINE LIGHT INDICATING THE PROBLEM. MULTIPLE PEOPLE H...

Mar 30, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME WOBBLY WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD HAT THE HYDRO-BOOSTER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ALSO I...

Mar 30, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME WOBBLY WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD HAT THE HYDRO-BOOSTER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ALSO I...

Mar 30, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME WOBBLY WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD HAT THE HYDRO-BOOSTER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ALSO I...

Mar 30, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME WOBBLY WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD HAT THE HYDRO-BOOSTER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ALSO I...

Mar 25, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 59,114 mi

AFTER NOTICING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH MY FUEL GAUGE ON A 2006 4RUNNER WITH LESS THAN 60K MILES, WE BROUGHT THE CAR INTO THE TOYOTA DEALER. WHEN THE TOYOTA MECHANIC PULLED THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY OUT OF THE GAS TANK, HE DISCOVERED A BURNED AND MELTED WIRING HARNESS THAT SITS DIRECTLY INSIDE THE TANK. T...

Mar 25, 2012 Electrical System 59,114 mi

AFTER NOTICING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH MY FUEL GAUGE ON A 2006 4RUNNER WITH LESS THAN 60K MILES, WE BROUGHT THE CAR INTO THE TOYOTA DEALER. WHEN THE TOYOTA MECHANIC PULLED THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY OUT OF THE GAS TANK, HE DISCOVERED A BURNED AND MELTED WIRING HARNESS THAT SITS DIRECTLY INSIDE THE TANK. T...

Mar 25, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 59,114 mi

AFTER NOTICING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH MY FUEL GAUGE ON A 2006 4RUNNER WITH LESS THAN 60K MILES, WE BROUGHT THE CAR INTO THE TOYOTA DEALER. WHEN THE TOYOTA MECHANIC PULLED THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY OUT OF THE GAS TANK, HE DISCOVERED A BURNED AND MELTED WIRING HARNESS THAT SITS DIRECTLY INSIDE THE TANK. T...

Mar 25, 2012 Electrical System 59,114 mi

AFTER NOTICING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH MY FUEL GAUGE ON A 2006 4RUNNER WITH LESS THAN 60K MILES, WE BROUGHT THE CAR INTO THE TOYOTA DEALER. WHEN THE TOYOTA MECHANIC PULLED THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY OUT OF THE GAS TANK, HE DISCOVERED A BURNED AND MELTED WIRING HARNESS THAT SITS DIRECTLY INSIDE THE TANK. T...

Jan 27, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,600 mi

LEFT FRONT BRAKE CALIPER EXTREMELY RUSTED AND NOTICED SQUEAKING FROM SAME. ALSO EXTREMELY DIRTY RIMS FROM BRAKE DUST, REPLACED WITH NON CERAMIC PADS, BUT NO OTHER RIMS SHOWED SAME AMOUNT OF GRIT. TOOK IN FOR SERVICE AND INFORMED THAT ALL OTHER PADS HAD 20% LIFE AND LEFT FRONT CALIPER OUTSIDE LOWER P...

Jan 27, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,600 mi

LEFT FRONT BRAKE CALIPER EXTREMELY RUSTED AND NOTICED SQUEAKING FROM SAME. ALSO EXTREMELY DIRTY RIMS FROM BRAKE DUST, REPLACED WITH NON CERAMIC PADS, BUT NO OTHER RIMS SHOWED SAME AMOUNT OF GRIT. TOOK IN FOR SERVICE AND INFORMED THAT ALL OTHER PADS HAD 20% LIFE AND LEFT FRONT CALIPER OUTSIDE LOWER P...

Jan 12, 2012 Power Train 16,000 mi

YES! I'VE BEEN HAVING A STEERING PROBLEM. "UNINTENDED VEERING" THAT I BEGAN TO NOTICE A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE (THEN AT 13,000 MILES). SOMETHING IS CAUSING THE CAR TO WANDER AT HIGH SPEEDS. I ALSO BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT AFTER CROSSING A BRIDGE (A LOT OF BRIDGES ON THE WAY TO WORK) THE STEERI...

Jan 12, 2012 Suspension 16,000 mi

YES! I'VE BEEN HAVING A STEERING PROBLEM. "UNINTENDED VEERING" THAT I BEGAN TO NOTICE A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE (THEN AT 13,000 MILES). SOMETHING IS CAUSING THE CAR TO WANDER AT HIGH SPEEDS. I ALSO BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT AFTER CROSSING A BRIDGE (A LOT OF BRIDGES ON THE WAY TO WORK) THE STEERI...

Jan 12, 2012 Steering 16,000 mi

YES! I'VE BEEN HAVING A STEERING PROBLEM. "UNINTENDED VEERING" THAT I BEGAN TO NOTICE A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE (THEN AT 13,000 MILES). SOMETHING IS CAUSING THE CAR TO WANDER AT HIGH SPEEDS. I ALSO BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT AFTER CROSSING A BRIDGE (A LOT OF BRIDGES ON THE WAY TO WORK) THE STEERI...

Jan 12, 2012 Power Train 16,000 mi

YES! I'VE BEEN HAVING A STEERING PROBLEM. "UNINTENDED VEERING" THAT I BEGAN TO NOTICE A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE (THEN AT 13,000 MILES). SOMETHING IS CAUSING THE CAR TO WANDER AT HIGH SPEEDS. I ALSO BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT AFTER CROSSING A BRIDGE (A LOT OF BRIDGES ON THE WAY TO WORK) THE STEERI...

Jan 12, 2012 Suspension 16,000 mi

YES! I'VE BEEN HAVING A STEERING PROBLEM. "UNINTENDED VEERING" THAT I BEGAN TO NOTICE A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE (THEN AT 13,000 MILES). SOMETHING IS CAUSING THE CAR TO WANDER AT HIGH SPEEDS. I ALSO BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT AFTER CROSSING A BRIDGE (A LOT OF BRIDGES ON THE WAY TO WORK) THE STEERI...

Jan 12, 2012 Steering 16,000 mi

YES! I'VE BEEN HAVING A STEERING PROBLEM. "UNINTENDED VEERING" THAT I BEGAN TO NOTICE A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE (THEN AT 13,000 MILES). SOMETHING IS CAUSING THE CAR TO WANDER AT HIGH SPEEDS. I ALSO BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT AFTER CROSSING A BRIDGE (A LOT OF BRIDGES ON THE WAY TO WORK) THE STEERI...

Jan 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS HE STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO RAN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST BUT WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE ANY FAILURE CODES. THE DEALER OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE...

Jan 3, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS HE STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO RAN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST BUT WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE ANY FAILURE CODES. THE DEALER OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE...

Oct 8, 2011 Steering 49,000 mi

STEERING HAS KNOCKING SOUND WHILE TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT, IT STARTED AT ABOUT 62000 MILES. ALSO REPLACED COIL PACK #2 AND # 4 AT 49000 MILES HAD ANOTHER GO OUT A YEAR LATER, DELERSHIP TOLD ME TO REPLACE THE REMAINING 4 COIL PACKS, BY ONLY REPLACING THE CORRUPED ONE WILL CAUSE THE OHERS TO FAIL. *TR

Oct 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,000 mi

STEERING HAS KNOCKING SOUND WHILE TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT, IT STARTED AT ABOUT 62000 MILES. ALSO REPLACED COIL PACK #2 AND # 4 AT 49000 MILES HAD ANOTHER GO OUT A YEAR LATER, DELERSHIP TOLD ME TO REPLACE THE REMAINING 4 COIL PACKS, BY ONLY REPLACING THE CORRUPED ONE WILL CAUSE THE OHERS TO FAIL. *TR

Oct 8, 2011 Steering 49,000 mi

STEERING HAS KNOCKING SOUND WHILE TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT, IT STARTED AT ABOUT 62000 MILES. ALSO REPLACED COIL PACK #2 AND # 4 AT 49000 MILES HAD ANOTHER GO OUT A YEAR LATER, DELERSHIP TOLD ME TO REPLACE THE REMAINING 4 COIL PACKS, BY ONLY REPLACING THE CORRUPED ONE WILL CAUSE THE OHERS TO FAIL. *TR

Oct 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,000 mi

STEERING HAS KNOCKING SOUND WHILE TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT, IT STARTED AT ABOUT 62000 MILES. ALSO REPLACED COIL PACK #2 AND # 4 AT 49000 MILES HAD ANOTHER GO OUT A YEAR LATER, DELERSHIP TOLD ME TO REPLACE THE REMAINING 4 COIL PACKS, BY ONLY REPLACING THE CORRUPED ONE WILL CAUSE THE OHERS TO FAIL. *TR

Sep 15, 2011 Air Bags 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 5 MPH AND EXITING A RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY WHEN THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUFFER ANY INJURIES FROM THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND FILED A COMPLAINT. T...

Sep 15, 2011 Air Bags 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 5 MPH AND EXITING A RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY WHEN THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUFFER ANY INJURIES FROM THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND FILED A COMPLAINT. T...

Jul 13, 2011 Tires 127,347 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER EQUIPPED WITH DUNLOP GRAND TREK 8320 TIRES. TIRE SIZE: 256/65/R17, DOT; EU7Y-2KAR3907. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE TIRE MANUFACTURER REPLACED THE TIRE. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILUR...

Jul 13, 2011 Tires 127,347 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER EQUIPPED WITH DUNLOP GRAND TREK 8320 TIRES. TIRE SIZE: 256/65/R17, DOT; EU7Y-2KAR3907. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE TIRE MANUFACTURER REPLACED THE TIRE. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILUR...

Jul 1, 2011 Seats

THE DRIVER SEAT ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT 4X4 IS LOOSE AND GETTING LOOSER BY THE DAY. I DID SOME RESEARCH ONLINE AND OTHER 4RUNNER OWNERS ARE SIMILAR ISSUES. THE ISSUE IS SO BAD THAT TOYOTA PUT OUT A TSB FOR THE ISSUE. THE TSB IS ONLY FOR MANUAL SEATS THOUGH AND I HAVE POWER SEATS. I DO NO...

Jul 1, 2011 Seats

THE DRIVER SEAT ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT 4X4 IS LOOSE AND GETTING LOOSER BY THE DAY. I DID SOME RESEARCH ONLINE AND OTHER 4RUNNER OWNERS ARE SIMILAR ISSUES. THE ISSUE IS SO BAD THAT TOYOTA PUT OUT A TSB FOR THE ISSUE. THE TSB IS ONLY FOR MANUAL SEATS THOUGH AND I HAVE POWER SEATS. I DO NO...

Jun 29, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. I WAS QUOTED $1,500 FOR A TIME COVER OIL LEAK REPAIR IN LAKELAND, FL. THERE WAS A TSB ISSUED 2007 (EG049-07). APPARENTLY, MOST OF THE CHARGE IS FOR LABOR, THE REPLACEMENT PART IS NOT EXPENSIVE. I UNDERSTAND THE AVALON HAS THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS REPAIR COST IS ASTRONOMICAL,...

Jun 29, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. I WAS QUOTED $1,500 FOR A TIME COVER OIL LEAK REPAIR IN LAKELAND, FL. THERE WAS A TSB ISSUED 2007 (EG049-07). APPARENTLY, MOST OF THE CHARGE IS FOR LABOR, THE REPLACEMENT PART IS NOT EXPENSIVE. I UNDERSTAND THE AVALON HAS THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS REPAIR COST IS ASTRONOMICAL,...

Jun 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,000 mi

THE 4RUNNER PULLS TO ONE SIDE AND DOES NOT STOP AS QUICKLY AS IT SHOULD. THE PISTONS IN BOTH FRONT CALIPERS HAVE FROZEN UP TO SOME EXTENT. I HAVE CHECKED MANY FORUMS ON THE 4TH GEN 4RUNNERS AND MANY PEOPLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. I WENT TO THE DEALER WHY MY CAR WAS UNDER WARRANTY AND THEY SAID...

Jun 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,000 mi

THE 4RUNNER PULLS TO ONE SIDE AND DOES NOT STOP AS QUICKLY AS IT SHOULD. THE PISTONS IN BOTH FRONT CALIPERS HAVE FROZEN UP TO SOME EXTENT. I HAVE CHECKED MANY FORUMS ON THE 4TH GEN 4RUNNERS AND MANY PEOPLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. I WENT TO THE DEALER WHY MY CAR WAS UNDER WARRANTY AND THEY SAID...

Jun 2, 2011 Tires 148,985 mi

REAR DRIVER SIDEWALL OF MY DISCOVERER HT PLUS TIRE SPLIT IN HALF. TIRE STORE TOLD ME IT WAS AN IMPACT TEAR WHEN NOTHING WAS HIT/RUNOVER NEEDS TO BE CHECKED INTO THANKFULLY I WAS ONLY GOING 30 MILES PER HOUR AND STABILITY CONTROL HAD TO TAKE OVER AFTER THE TIRE DEFLATED. *TR

Jun 2, 2011 Tires 148,985 mi

REAR DRIVER SIDEWALL OF MY DISCOVERER HT PLUS TIRE SPLIT IN HALF. TIRE STORE TOLD ME IT WAS AN IMPACT TEAR WHEN NOTHING WAS HIT/RUNOVER NEEDS TO BE CHECKED INTO THANKFULLY I WAS ONLY GOING 30 MILES PER HOUR AND STABILITY CONTROL HAD TO TAKE OVER AFTER THE TIRE DEFLATED. *TR

Apr 26, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 60,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISABLES TRACTION CONTROL AND VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL WHEN ON. FOR INSTANCE THE CAR NEEDED A GAS CAP. SO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AS WELL AS THE TRACTION CONTROL AND VSC LIGHT. ICY CONDITIONS AND HAVING SOMETHING SUCH AS THIS FAIL BECAUSE OF POOR WIR...

Apr 26, 2011 Traction Control System 60,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISABLES TRACTION CONTROL AND VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL WHEN ON. FOR INSTANCE THE CAR NEEDED A GAS CAP. SO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AS WELL AS THE TRACTION CONTROL AND VSC LIGHT. ICY CONDITIONS AND HAVING SOMETHING SUCH AS THIS FAIL BECAUSE OF POOR WIR...

Apr 26, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 60,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISABLES TRACTION CONTROL AND VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL WHEN ON. FOR INSTANCE THE CAR NEEDED A GAS CAP. SO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AS WELL AS THE TRACTION CONTROL AND VSC LIGHT. ICY CONDITIONS AND HAVING SOMETHING SUCH AS THIS FAIL BECAUSE OF POOR WIR...

Apr 26, 2011 Traction Control System 60,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISABLES TRACTION CONTROL AND VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL WHEN ON. FOR INSTANCE THE CAR NEEDED A GAS CAP. SO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AS WELL AS THE TRACTION CONTROL AND VSC LIGHT. ICY CONDITIONS AND HAVING SOMETHING SUCH AS THIS FAIL BECAUSE OF POOR WIR...

Apr 22, 2011 Child Seat

WHEN INSTALLING OUR BRAND NEW SUNSHINE KIDS RADIAN XTSL WE FOUND THAT JUST TOUCHING THE METAL BUCKLE TIGHTENER ON THE SUPER LATCH STRAP CAUSES IT TO LOOSEN. OUR CHILD CAN ALSO REACH HER FOOT OVER THE EDGE AND LOOSEN IT. IT IS NOT SAFE TO INSTALL IN OUR VEHICLE (2006 4RUNNER) WITH THEIR NEW SUPER L...

Apr 22, 2011 Child Seat

WHEN INSTALLING OUR BRAND NEW SUNSHINE KIDS RADIAN XTSL WE FOUND THAT JUST TOUCHING THE METAL BUCKLE TIGHTENER ON THE SUPER LATCH STRAP CAUSES IT TO LOOSEN. OUR CHILD CAN ALSO REACH HER FOOT OVER THE EDGE AND LOOSEN IT. IT IS NOT SAFE TO INSTALL IN OUR VEHICLE (2006 4RUNNER) WITH THEIR NEW SUPER L...

Mar 9, 2011 Tires 45,000 mi

"TIRE LOW" LIGHT GOES ON A LOT. THE FIRST TIME, I ACTUALLY HAD A FLAT. THE REST OF THE TIMES IT HAPPENED, I WENT TO THE TIRE SHOP, AND THEY SAID THAT EITHER ONE TIRE WAS A LITTLE LOW (NOT DANGEROUSLY) OR NONE OF THEM WERE. THIS IS ANNOYING BECAUSE THE LIGHT WON'T GO OFF BY ITSELF IF YOU FILL THE ...

Mar 9, 2011 Tires 45,000 mi

"TIRE LOW" LIGHT GOES ON A LOT. THE FIRST TIME, I ACTUALLY HAD A FLAT. THE REST OF THE TIMES IT HAPPENED, I WENT TO THE TIRE SHOP, AND THEY SAID THAT EITHER ONE TIRE WAS A LITTLE LOW (NOT DANGEROUSLY) OR NONE OF THEM WERE. THIS IS ANNOYING BECAUSE THE LIGHT WON'T GO OFF BY ITSELF IF YOU FILL THE ...

Mar 7, 2011 Tires 5,000 mi

THERE WAS A RECENT RECALL ON TOYOTA TRUCKS FOR THE TIRE GAUGE. I HAVE HAD THE EXACT PROBLEM WITH MY TOYOTA 4-RUNNER (2006). THE TIRE GAUGE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ONE. WHEN I TAKE IT IN FOR SERVICE THEY TURN THE GAUGE OFF BUT GOES RIGHT BACK ON. I HAVE TALKED TO OTHERS AND THEY HAVE THE SAME ISSUE WITH THEI...

Mar 7, 2011 Tires 5,000 mi

THERE WAS A RECENT RECALL ON TOYOTA TRUCKS FOR THE TIRE GAUGE. I HAVE HAD THE EXACT PROBLEM WITH MY TOYOTA 4-RUNNER (2006). THE TIRE GAUGE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ONE. WHEN I TAKE IT IN FOR SERVICE THEY TURN THE GAUGE OFF BUT GOES RIGHT BACK ON. I HAVE TALKED TO OTHERS AND THEY HAVE THE SAME ISSUE WITH THEI...

Jan 26, 2011 Suspension 23,700 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED STATED THAT THE BUSHINGS ON ALL FOUR WHEELS OF THE VEHICLE HAVE FAILED. THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE WHEELS BEGAN TO BOUNCE WHILE DRIVING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD OR A POTHOLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE ...

Jan 26, 2011 Suspension 23,700 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED STATED THAT THE BUSHINGS ON ALL FOUR WHEELS OF THE VEHICLE HAVE FAILED. THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE WHEELS BEGAN TO BOUNCE WHILE DRIVING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD OR A POTHOLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE ...

Dec 22, 2010 Tires 41,411 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING TIRES *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED AS HE WAS DRIVING, HE HEARD A LOUD POP SOUND COME FROM THE VEHICLE. HE EXITED THE VEHICLE, BUT DID NOT SEE ANYTHING WRONG. LATER, A LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD ALERTING THE CONSUMER OF LOW TIRE PRESSURE. SOON AFTE...

Dec 22, 2010 Tires 41,411 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING TIRES *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED AS HE WAS DRIVING, HE HEARD A LOUD POP SOUND COME FROM THE VEHICLE. HE EXITED THE VEHICLE, BUT DID NOT SEE ANYTHING WRONG. LATER, A LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD ALERTING THE CONSUMER OF LOW TIRE PRESSURE. SOON AFTE...

Dec 6, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING A TURN WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH. AS THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED CAUSING AND CRASHED INTO A RESIDENTIAL HOME. THE CHILD SITTING IN THE REAR SEAT SUSTAINED BRUISES TO THE HEAD AND LACERATIONS INSI...

Dec 6, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING A TURN WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH. AS THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED CAUSING AND CRASHED INTO A RESIDENTIAL HOME. THE CHILD SITTING IN THE REAR SEAT SUSTAINED BRUISES TO THE HEAD AND LACERATIONS INSI...

Nov 22, 2010 Power Train 54,000 mi

AFTER STOPPING THE REAR END WILL 'CLUNK' WHEN EITHER LETTING OFF THE BRAKES, OR UPON ACCELERATING. THIS WILL OCCUR ROUGHLY 1/10TH OF THE TIME REGARDLESS OR VARIATION IN BRAKING PRESSURE OR ACCELERATION. I'VE TRIED EVERY COMBINATION OF GENTLE TO HARD STOPS AND STOPS WITH LITTLE CHANGE IN THE FREQUE...

Nov 22, 2010 Power Train 54,000 mi

AFTER STOPPING THE REAR END WILL 'CLUNK' WHEN EITHER LETTING OFF THE BRAKES, OR UPON ACCELERATING. THIS WILL OCCUR ROUGHLY 1/10TH OF THE TIME REGARDLESS OR VARIATION IN BRAKING PRESSURE OR ACCELERATION. I'VE TRIED EVERY COMBINATION OF GENTLE TO HARD STOPS AND STOPS WITH LITTLE CHANGE IN THE FREQUE...

Nov 15, 2010 Power Train 58,000 mi

OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. NOTICED BELTS HANGING UNDER CAR ONE MORNING. OPENED HOOD AND THERE WAS OIL EVERYWHERE, THE BELTS WERE SOAKED AND HAD DETERIORATED. TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. TOLD IT WAS A KNOWN OIL LEAK DEFECT NEAR CRANKSHAFT. HAD THE ENTIRE DRIVE TRAIN REBUILT AS OIL HAD DAMAGED EVERYTHING....

Nov 15, 2010 Power Train 58,000 mi

OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. NOTICED BELTS HANGING UNDER CAR ONE MORNING. OPENED HOOD AND THERE WAS OIL EVERYWHERE, THE BELTS WERE SOAKED AND HAD DETERIORATED. TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. TOLD IT WAS A KNOWN OIL LEAK DEFECT NEAR CRANKSHAFT. HAD THE ENTIRE DRIVE TRAIN REBUILT AS OIL HAD DAMAGED EVERYTHING....

Aug 18, 2010 Tires

TIRE WITH APPROX 35K MILES HAS MULTIPLE CRACKS ALONG AREA BETWEEN THE TREAD AND THE SIDEWALL. *TR

Aug 18, 2010 Tires

TIRE WITH APPROX 35K MILES HAS MULTIPLE CRACKS ALONG AREA BETWEEN THE TREAD AND THE SIDEWALL. *TR

Jul 26, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 19,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN ACCELERATING THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SULFUR SMELL EMITTING FROM THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED AND STATED THE FAILURE HAD RETURNED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED...

Jul 26, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 19,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN ACCELERATING THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SULFUR SMELL EMITTING FROM THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED AND STATED THE FAILURE HAD RETURNED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED...

Jun 28, 2010 Suspension 47,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT, 4.0L 4WD. VIBRATION FELT VIA STEERING WHEEL, WHICH OCCURS DURING ACCELERATION/DECELERATION AND ACROSS WIDE SPEED RANGE. HIGHER FREQUENCY, LOW AMPLITUDE QUALITY. FELT WHEN VEHICLE IS TRAVELING IN STRAIGHT LINE, BUT HAS CHANGED SPEED AND IS FELT WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TUR...

Jun 28, 2010 Steering 47,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT, 4.0L 4WD. VIBRATION FELT VIA STEERING WHEEL, WHICH OCCURS DURING ACCELERATION/DECELERATION AND ACROSS WIDE SPEED RANGE. HIGHER FREQUENCY, LOW AMPLITUDE QUALITY. FELT WHEN VEHICLE IS TRAVELING IN STRAIGHT LINE, BUT HAS CHANGED SPEED AND IS FELT WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TUR...

Jun 28, 2010 Tires 47,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT, 4.0L 4WD. VIBRATION FELT VIA STEERING WHEEL, WHICH OCCURS DURING ACCELERATION/DECELERATION AND ACROSS WIDE SPEED RANGE. HIGHER FREQUENCY, LOW AMPLITUDE QUALITY. FELT WHEN VEHICLE IS TRAVELING IN STRAIGHT LINE, BUT HAS CHANGED SPEED AND IS FELT WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TUR...

Jun 28, 2010 Suspension 47,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT, 4.0L 4WD. VIBRATION FELT VIA STEERING WHEEL, WHICH OCCURS DURING ACCELERATION/DECELERATION AND ACROSS WIDE SPEED RANGE. HIGHER FREQUENCY, LOW AMPLITUDE QUALITY. FELT WHEN VEHICLE IS TRAVELING IN STRAIGHT LINE, BUT HAS CHANGED SPEED AND IS FELT WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TUR...

Jun 28, 2010 Steering 47,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT, 4.0L 4WD. VIBRATION FELT VIA STEERING WHEEL, WHICH OCCURS DURING ACCELERATION/DECELERATION AND ACROSS WIDE SPEED RANGE. HIGHER FREQUENCY, LOW AMPLITUDE QUALITY. FELT WHEN VEHICLE IS TRAVELING IN STRAIGHT LINE, BUT HAS CHANGED SPEED AND IS FELT WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TUR...

Jun 28, 2010 Tires 47,000 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SPORT, 4.0L 4WD. VIBRATION FELT VIA STEERING WHEEL, WHICH OCCURS DURING ACCELERATION/DECELERATION AND ACROSS WIDE SPEED RANGE. HIGHER FREQUENCY, LOW AMPLITUDE QUALITY. FELT WHEN VEHICLE IS TRAVELING IN STRAIGHT LINE, BUT HAS CHANGED SPEED AND IS FELT WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TUR...

Jun 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR. AT STOPLIGHT PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR AND WILL NOT HOLD VEHICLE. TOLD IT WAS A MASTER CYLINDER. THIS IS A $1500+ JOB. DEALER TOLD ME THIS NEVER FAILS BUT OUT OF WARRANTY SO THEIR DEFECT IS MY LOSS. *TR

Jun 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR. AT STOPLIGHT PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR AND WILL NOT HOLD VEHICLE. TOLD IT WAS A MASTER CYLINDER. THIS IS A $1500+ JOB. DEALER TOLD ME THIS NEVER FAILS BUT OUT OF WARRANTY SO THEIR DEFECT IS MY LOSS. *TR

May 14, 2010 Steering 6,998 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATE SPEEDS OF 25 MPH, THE STEERING WAS ABNORMALLY VEERING TO THE RIGHT INSTEAD OF BEING CENTERED. WHEN ATTEMPTING A TURN, THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO OVER STEER TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN TO THE DEALER ...

May 14, 2010 Steering 6,998 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATE SPEEDS OF 25 MPH, THE STEERING WAS ABNORMALLY VEERING TO THE RIGHT INSTEAD OF BEING CENTERED. WHEN ATTEMPTING A TURN, THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO OVER STEER TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN TO THE DEALER ...

May 5, 2010 Seat Belts 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHE PUT THE SEATS DOWN ON THE REAR DRIVER SIDE, THE SEAT BELT FELL APART AND THE CENTER ARM REST NEXT TO THAT SEAT BELT FELL AS WELL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT REPAIRS...

May 5, 2010 Seat Belts 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHE PUT THE SEATS DOWN ON THE REAR DRIVER SIDE, THE SEAT BELT FELL APART AND THE CENTER ARM REST NEXT TO THAT SEAT BELT FELL AS WELL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT REPAIRS...

May 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL IT AND CRASHED INTO A GARAGE. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REP...

May 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL IT AND CRASHED INTO A GARAGE. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REP...

Apr 30, 2010 Electrical System 128,000 mi

TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF HER GARAGE, THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW OR RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AS THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL CHIP HAD BURNED OUT; THE VEHIC...

Apr 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 128,000 mi

TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF HER GARAGE, THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW OR RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AS THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL CHIP HAD BURNED OUT; THE VEHIC...

Apr 30, 2010 Power Train 25,000 mi

THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STOPPING AND RE ACCELERATING THE VEHICLES DRIVE TRAIN MAKES A "CLUNKING" NOISE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE TOYOTA DEALER FOUR TIMES AND THE DRIVE TRAIN HAS BEEN LUBRICATED FOUR TIMES. THE FAILURE NOISE GETS LESS NOTICEAB...

Apr 30, 2010 Electrical System 128,000 mi

TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF HER GARAGE, THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW OR RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AS THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL CHIP HAD BURNED OUT; THE VEHIC...

Apr 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 128,000 mi

TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF HER GARAGE, THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW OR RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP AS THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL CHIP HAD BURNED OUT; THE VEHIC...

Apr 30, 2010 Power Train 25,000 mi

THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STOPPING AND RE ACCELERATING THE VEHICLES DRIVE TRAIN MAKES A "CLUNKING" NOISE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE TOYOTA DEALER FOUR TIMES AND THE DRIVE TRAIN HAS BEEN LUBRICATED FOUR TIMES. THE FAILURE NOISE GETS LESS NOTICEAB...

Apr 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 50,000 mi

RE: 2006 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER. ON MAY 5, 2010, I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING STALL. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY WENT FULL THROTTLE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DRIVE OVER A CURB, A MEDIAN AND ANOTHER CURB. IT THEN CRASHED THROUGH A WROUGHT IRON FENCE, A CHAI...

Apr 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 50,000 mi

RE: 2006 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER. ON MAY 5, 2010, I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING STALL. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY WENT FULL THROTTLE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DRIVE OVER A CURB, A MEDIAN AND ANOTHER CURB. IT THEN CRASHED THROUGH A WROUGHT IRON FENCE, A CHAI...

Mar 12, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 45,636 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ACCELERATED ON OWN. RAN OFF ROAD, ACROSS MEDIAN AND CURBS, CRASHED. TOW DRIVER STARTED ENGINE AND ENGINE RACED, BUT ACCELERATOR PEDAL IN NORMAL POSITION. *TR

Mar 12, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 45,636 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ACCELERATED ON OWN. RAN OFF ROAD, ACROSS MEDIAN AND CURBS, CRASHED. TOW DRIVER STARTED ENGINE AND ENGINE RACED, BUT ACCELERATOR PEDAL IN NORMAL POSITION. *TR

Mar 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 75,708 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL AND APPLIED THE BRAKES IN ORDER TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE BEFORE CRASHING INTO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE.THERE WERE NO PRIOR WAR...

Mar 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 75,708 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL AND APPLIED THE BRAKES IN ORDER TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE BEFORE CRASHING INTO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE.THERE WERE NO PRIOR WAR...

Mar 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 42,000 mi

I HAD A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, LIMITED. THE BRAKE SYSTEM NEVER WAS RIGHT AND THAT IS WHY WE GOT RID OF THE CAR. AT A LIGHT, CAR WOULD CONTINUE TO INCH FORWARD. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND WHEN IT LURCHED FORWARD WHEN STOPPED IN A SCHOOL ZONE THIS PAST SPRING, WE IMMEDIATELY GOT RI...

Mar 4, 2010 Unknown Or Other 42,000 mi

I HAD A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, LIMITED. THE BRAKE SYSTEM NEVER WAS RIGHT AND THAT IS WHY WE GOT RID OF THE CAR. AT A LIGHT, CAR WOULD CONTINUE TO INCH FORWARD. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND WHEN IT LURCHED FORWARD WHEN STOPPED IN A SCHOOL ZONE THIS PAST SPRING, WE IMMEDIATELY GOT RI...

Mar 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 42,000 mi

I HAD A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, LIMITED. THE BRAKE SYSTEM NEVER WAS RIGHT AND THAT IS WHY WE GOT RID OF THE CAR. AT A LIGHT, CAR WOULD CONTINUE TO INCH FORWARD. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND WHEN IT LURCHED FORWARD WHEN STOPPED IN A SCHOOL ZONE THIS PAST SPRING, WE IMMEDIATELY GOT RI...

Mar 4, 2010 Unknown Or Other 42,000 mi

I HAD A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, LIMITED. THE BRAKE SYSTEM NEVER WAS RIGHT AND THAT IS WHY WE GOT RID OF THE CAR. AT A LIGHT, CAR WOULD CONTINUE TO INCH FORWARD. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND WHEN IT LURCHED FORWARD WHEN STOPPED IN A SCHOOL ZONE THIS PAST SPRING, WE IMMEDIATELY GOT RI...

Mar 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. CONSUMER STATES ACCELERATOR ISSUES SIMILAR TO RECALL. CONSUMER STATES THE PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HE ALONG WITH HIS WIFE OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER BUT THEIR VEHICLES WERE NOT A PART OF THE RECALL. THE CONSUMER AND HIS WIFE EXPERIENCED ACCELERATION ISS...

Mar 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. CONSUMER STATES ACCELERATOR ISSUES SIMILAR TO RECALL. CONSUMER STATES THE PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HE ALONG WITH HIS WIFE OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER BUT THEIR VEHICLES WERE NOT A PART OF THE RECALL. THE CONSUMER AND HIS WIFE EXPERIENCED ACCELERATION ISS...

Mar 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 10,000 mi

STARTING AT THIS DATE: ITS HAPPENED 4 TIMES SINCE WHILE DRIVING WHEN NEEDING TO APPLY MY BRAKES SUDDENLY. I APPLY THE BRAKES, MEDIUM HARD TENSION, OPPOSED TO JAMMING ON THE BRAKES, THEN MOMENTARILY LET OFF BRAKES AND THEN TAPED BRAKES TO MORE GENTLY EASE OFF THE SITUATION. THE CAR THEN BUCKS VIOLENT...

Mar 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 10,000 mi

STARTING AT THIS DATE: ITS HAPPENED 4 TIMES SINCE WHILE DRIVING WHEN NEEDING TO APPLY MY BRAKES SUDDENLY. I APPLY THE BRAKES, MEDIUM HARD TENSION, OPPOSED TO JAMMING ON THE BRAKES, THEN MOMENTARILY LET OFF BRAKES AND THEN TAPED BRAKES TO MORE GENTLY EASE OFF THE SITUATION. THE CAR THEN BUCKS VIOLENT...

Feb 26, 2010 Steering 140 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE TEST DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE STEERING WHEEL FELT VERY LOOSE AND THE VEHICLE DROVE AT LOW SPEEDS RANGING FROM 20-30 MPH. THE CONTACT TEST DROVE ANOTHER TOYOTA 4RUNNER AND DID NOT HAVE THE SAME EXPERIENCE. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT THE DEALERSHIP STATED...

Feb 26, 2010 Steering 140 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE TEST DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE STEERING WHEEL FELT VERY LOOSE AND THE VEHICLE DROVE AT LOW SPEEDS RANGING FROM 20-30 MPH. THE CONTACT TEST DROVE ANOTHER TOYOTA 4RUNNER AND DID NOT HAVE THE SAME EXPERIENCE. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT THE DEALERSHIP STATED...

Feb 22, 2010 Power Train 52,389 mi

I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, IN REVERSE, WHEN THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV. I HIT THE BRAKES AND SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. IT REVVED AT ABOUT 4000 RPM FOR A FEW SECONDS, THEN SLOWED DOWN TO A SPEED FASTER THAN NORMAL IDLE. I PUT IT BACK INTO REVERSE WITH BRAKE FIRMLY APPLIED, AT WHICH POINT IT RETUR...

Feb 22, 2010 Structure

THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT SEEMS TO BE ON TOYOTA MODELS. THE FRONT AND PASSENGER DOORS WILL OPEN IF ATTEMPTED TO OPEN DURING CAR OPERATION EVEN IF THE DOORS ARE LOCKED. *TR

Feb 22, 2010 Power Train 52,389 mi

I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, IN REVERSE, WHEN THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV. I HIT THE BRAKES AND SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. IT REVVED AT ABOUT 4000 RPM FOR A FEW SECONDS, THEN SLOWED DOWN TO A SPEED FASTER THAN NORMAL IDLE. I PUT IT BACK INTO REVERSE WITH BRAKE FIRMLY APPLIED, AT WHICH POINT IT RETUR...

Feb 22, 2010 Structure

THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT SEEMS TO BE ON TOYOTA MODELS. THE FRONT AND PASSENGER DOORS WILL OPEN IF ATTEMPTED TO OPEN DURING CAR OPERATION EVEN IF THE DOORS ARE LOCKED. *TR

Feb 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT IN JANUARY OF 2007 I WAS DRIVING A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. I AM AWARE THAT THIS VEHICLE ISN'T IN THE RECALL LIST, BUT IT SEEMS HIGHLY POSSIBLE THAT MY ACCIDENT COULD HAVE BEEN A RESULT OF THE ISSUES THAT ARE BEING BROUGHT TO LIGHT. I WAS ACCELERATING FROM A STOP THROUGH A TR...

Feb 16, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST IS BEING PULLED INTO BACK WINDOW WHEN CRACKED AND THE VEHICLE RESETS THE AIR FLOW TO RECYCLE. I CRACK THE BACK WINDOW TO ALLOW HEAT TO ESCAPE AND HAD THE AIR FLOW SET ON FRESH AIR. I MAKE A STOP AND GET BACK INTO THE CAR THE WINDOW IS STILL CRACKED. SOME TIME LATER THERE IS A SMELL OF EXH...

Feb 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT IN JANUARY OF 2007 I WAS DRIVING A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. I AM AWARE THAT THIS VEHICLE ISN'T IN THE RECALL LIST, BUT IT SEEMS HIGHLY POSSIBLE THAT MY ACCIDENT COULD HAVE BEEN A RESULT OF THE ISSUES THAT ARE BEING BROUGHT TO LIGHT. I WAS ACCELERATING FROM A STOP THROUGH A TR...

Feb 16, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST IS BEING PULLED INTO BACK WINDOW WHEN CRACKED AND THE VEHICLE RESETS THE AIR FLOW TO RECYCLE. I CRACK THE BACK WINDOW TO ALLOW HEAT TO ESCAPE AND HAD THE AIR FLOW SET ON FRESH AIR. I MAKE A STOP AND GET BACK INTO THE CAR THE WINDOW IS STILL CRACKED. SOME TIME LATER THERE IS A SMELL OF EXH...

Feb 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 200 mi

RANDOM UNINTENDED ACCELERATION ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER AFTER COMING TO A STOP. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE IT WAS NEW AND SINCE IT DIDN'T OCCUR ALL THE TIME I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST A BREAKING IN PROBLEM AND WOULD GO AWAY. THIS IS NOT A FLOOR MAT OR STICKY GAS PEDAL PROBLEM - THE CAR BRAKES OKAY AND MY...

Feb 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 200 mi

RANDOM UNINTENDED ACCELERATION ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER AFTER COMING TO A STOP. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE IT WAS NEW AND SINCE IT DIDN'T OCCUR ALL THE TIME I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST A BREAKING IN PROBLEM AND WOULD GO AWAY. THIS IS NOT A FLOOR MAT OR STICKY GAS PEDAL PROBLEM - THE CAR BRAKES OKAY AND MY...

Feb 6, 2010 Unknown Or Other

NOT UNTIL I READ THE ARTICLE ON YAHOO (INSIDE WASHINGTON MISSED SIGNS IN TOYOTAS RECALLS) DID I REALIZE I DO HAVE A PROBLEM WITH MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. MY 4RUNNER CONSTANTLY LURCHES FOWARD AS I HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE IN A STOPPED POSTION. I ALWAYS THOUGHT IT WAS JUST THE WAY THE TRUCK WAS MADE...

Feb 6, 2010 Unknown Or Other

NOT UNTIL I READ THE ARTICLE ON YAHOO (INSIDE WASHINGTON MISSED SIGNS IN TOYOTAS RECALLS) DID I REALIZE I DO HAVE A PROBLEM WITH MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. MY 4RUNNER CONSTANTLY LURCHES FOWARD AS I HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE IN A STOPPED POSTION. I ALWAYS THOUGHT IT WAS JUST THE WAY THE TRUCK WAS MADE...

Feb 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE: 2006 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER LIMITED. IN FEB. 2009, I WAS DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROAD CONDITIONS, THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED, MY BRAKES LOCKED, AND THE CAR SPED UP INSTEAD OF SLOWING. I COULDN'T GET THE CAR TO STOP. INSTEAD OF HITTING THE LINE OF CARS IN FRONT OF ME I VEERED OFF THE ROAD THRO...

Feb 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER BRAKES HAVE FAILED WHEN HITTING AN UNEVEN SURFACE- IE- POLE. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND RELEASED. THE WHEEL SPUN FREELY WITHOUT CONTROL. THE BRAKE DID NOT ACTIVATE. *JB

Feb 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE: 2006 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER LIMITED. IN FEB. 2009, I WAS DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROAD CONDITIONS, THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED, MY BRAKES LOCKED, AND THE CAR SPED UP INSTEAD OF SLOWING. I COULDN'T GET THE CAR TO STOP. INSTEAD OF HITTING THE LINE OF CARS IN FRONT OF ME I VEERED OFF THE ROAD THRO...

Feb 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER BRAKES HAVE FAILED WHEN HITTING AN UNEVEN SURFACE- IE- POLE. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND RELEASED. THE WHEEL SPUN FREELY WITHOUT CONTROL. THE BRAKE DID NOT ACTIVATE. *JB

Feb 3, 2010 Electrical System 66,476 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (MILEAGE 66, 476 MLS). I HAVE BEEN HAVING THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE VSC TRAC, CHECK ENGINE, AND CAR ANTI SKID LIGHT UP SIMULTANEOUSLY ON MY DASH. IT IS VERY CONCERNING BECAUSE I AM BEGINNING TO HEAR ABOUT OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME NATURE. *TR

Feb 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 12,000 mi

WE OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER - DURING THE FIRST YEAR WE TOOK IT IN THREE TIMES AND TOLD THEM THAT WHEN WE ARE AT A STOP THE SUV WOULD SHIFT FWD WHILE STILL APPLYING THE BRAKE. WE TOOK IT BACK AGAIN THE 2ND YEAR, STILL WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT. EACH TIME THEY HAD NO ANSWER AS TO WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS C...

Feb 3, 2010 Power Train 12,000 mi

WE OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER - DURING THE FIRST YEAR WE TOOK IT IN THREE TIMES AND TOLD THEM THAT WHEN WE ARE AT A STOP THE SUV WOULD SHIFT FWD WHILE STILL APPLYING THE BRAKE. WE TOOK IT BACK AGAIN THE 2ND YEAR, STILL WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT. EACH TIME THEY HAD NO ANSWER AS TO WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS C...

Feb 3, 2010 Electrical System 66,476 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (MILEAGE 66, 476 MLS). I HAVE BEEN HAVING THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE VSC TRAC, CHECK ENGINE, AND CAR ANTI SKID LIGHT UP SIMULTANEOUSLY ON MY DASH. IT IS VERY CONCERNING BECAUSE I AM BEGINNING TO HEAR ABOUT OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME NATURE. *TR

Feb 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 12,000 mi

WE OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER - DURING THE FIRST YEAR WE TOOK IT IN THREE TIMES AND TOLD THEM THAT WHEN WE ARE AT A STOP THE SUV WOULD SHIFT FWD WHILE STILL APPLYING THE BRAKE. WE TOOK IT BACK AGAIN THE 2ND YEAR, STILL WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT. EACH TIME THEY HAD NO ANSWER AS TO WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS C...

Feb 3, 2010 Power Train 12,000 mi

WE OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER - DURING THE FIRST YEAR WE TOOK IT IN THREE TIMES AND TOLD THEM THAT WHEN WE ARE AT A STOP THE SUV WOULD SHIFT FWD WHILE STILL APPLYING THE BRAKE. WE TOOK IT BACK AGAIN THE 2ND YEAR, STILL WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT. EACH TIME THEY HAD NO ANSWER AS TO WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS C...

Jan 12, 2010 Unknown Or Other Crash 41,250 mi

I WAS COMING INTO DEWITT ARKANSAS ON HIGHWAY165 ON 12/13/09 AT ABOUT 12:30PM WITH MY CRUISE CONTROL ON AT ABOUT 60 MPH. I TAPPED THE BRAKE TO DISENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL AND SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN INTO AN EXXON MINI MART. MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AS I ATTEMPTED ...

Jan 12, 2010 Unknown Or Other Crash 41,250 mi

I WAS COMING INTO DEWITT ARKANSAS ON HIGHWAY165 ON 12/13/09 AT ABOUT 12:30PM WITH MY CRUISE CONTROL ON AT ABOUT 60 MPH. I TAPPED THE BRAKE TO DISENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL AND SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN INTO AN EXXON MINI MART. MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AS I ATTEMPTED ...

Jan 8, 2010 Power Train 30,000 mi

2006 4 RUNNER SPORT EDITION, V8 WITH 30,000 MILES HAS CLUNKING SOUND WHEN STOPPING OR ACCELERATING FROM STOP. ALSO, WANDERS FROM SIDE TO SIDE AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TR

Jan 8, 2010 Steering 30,000 mi

2006 4 RUNNER SPORT EDITION, V8 WITH 30,000 MILES HAS CLUNKING SOUND WHEN STOPPING OR ACCELERATING FROM STOP. ALSO, WANDERS FROM SIDE TO SIDE AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TR

Jan 8, 2010 Power Train 30,000 mi

2006 4 RUNNER SPORT EDITION, V8 WITH 30,000 MILES HAS CLUNKING SOUND WHEN STOPPING OR ACCELERATING FROM STOP. ALSO, WANDERS FROM SIDE TO SIDE AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TR

Jan 8, 2010 Steering 30,000 mi

2006 4 RUNNER SPORT EDITION, V8 WITH 30,000 MILES HAS CLUNKING SOUND WHEN STOPPING OR ACCELERATING FROM STOP. ALSO, WANDERS FROM SIDE TO SIDE AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TR

Jan 2, 2010 Power Train Crash 7,487 mi

VEHICLE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY (RUNNING) WITH TRANSMISSION IN PARK AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FULLY ENGAGED. VEHICLE ROLLED OUT OF DRIVEWAY, ACROSS STREET, OVER CURB, AND DOWN A STEEP RAVINE HITTING A TREE. BROACHED LOCAL DEALER CONCERNING ANY SAFETY ISSUES OR VEHICLE PROBLEMS AND THEY INDICATED NONE H...

Jan 2, 2010 Parking Brake Crash 7,487 mi

VEHICLE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY (RUNNING) WITH TRANSMISSION IN PARK AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FULLY ENGAGED. VEHICLE ROLLED OUT OF DRIVEWAY, ACROSS STREET, OVER CURB, AND DOWN A STEEP RAVINE HITTING A TREE. BROACHED LOCAL DEALER CONCERNING ANY SAFETY ISSUES OR VEHICLE PROBLEMS AND THEY INDICATED NONE H...

Jan 2, 2010 Power Train Crash 7,487 mi

VEHICLE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY (RUNNING) WITH TRANSMISSION IN PARK AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FULLY ENGAGED. VEHICLE ROLLED OUT OF DRIVEWAY, ACROSS STREET, OVER CURB, AND DOWN A STEEP RAVINE HITTING A TREE. BROACHED LOCAL DEALER CONCERNING ANY SAFETY ISSUES OR VEHICLE PROBLEMS AND THEY INDICATED NONE H...

Jan 2, 2010 Parking Brake Crash 7,487 mi

VEHICLE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY (RUNNING) WITH TRANSMISSION IN PARK AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FULLY ENGAGED. VEHICLE ROLLED OUT OF DRIVEWAY, ACROSS STREET, OVER CURB, AND DOWN A STEEP RAVINE HITTING A TREE. BROACHED LOCAL DEALER CONCERNING ANY SAFETY ISSUES OR VEHICLE PROBLEMS AND THEY INDICATED NONE H...

Nov 8, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 29,000 mi

HIGHWAY MERGE RAMP AT ALMOST FULL THROTTLE TWICE, ONCE PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY AT ALSO HIGH THROTTLE USAGE, ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK OPEN VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FELT LIKE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED BUT WASN'T. I STEPPED ON BRAKES BUT THAT DIDN'T HELP, I THEN HIT THE ACCELERAT...

Nov 8, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 29,000 mi

HIGHWAY MERGE RAMP AT ALMOST FULL THROTTLE TWICE, ONCE PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY AT ALSO HIGH THROTTLE USAGE, ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK OPEN VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FELT LIKE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED BUT WASN'T. I STEPPED ON BRAKES BUT THAT DIDN'T HELP, I THEN HIT THE ACCELERAT...

Nov 8, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 29,000 mi

HIGHWAY MERGE RAMP AT ALMOST FULL THROTTLE TWICE, ONCE PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY AT ALSO HIGH THROTTLE USAGE, ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK OPEN VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FELT LIKE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED BUT WASN'T. I STEPPED ON BRAKES BUT THAT DIDN'T HELP, I THEN HIT THE ACCELERAT...

Nov 8, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 29,000 mi

HIGHWAY MERGE RAMP AT ALMOST FULL THROTTLE TWICE, ONCE PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY AT ALSO HIGH THROTTLE USAGE, ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK OPEN VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FELT LIKE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED BUT WASN'T. I STEPPED ON BRAKES BUT THAT DIDN'T HELP, I THEN HIT THE ACCELERAT...

Oct 20, 2009 Power Train 100 mi

SOON AFTER PURCHASING MY 2006 4RUNNER V8 4WD I WAS PULLING MY BOAT AND NOTICED WHEN I WAS COMING TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND BRAKING THAT THE ENGINE WAS INCREASING IN RPM AND IT BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP. HAD THE TRAFFIC IN FRONT OF ME NOT BEEN CLEAR THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN AN ACCIDENT. THIS HAPPENED...

Oct 20, 2009 Power Train 100 mi

SOON AFTER PURCHASING MY 2006 4RUNNER V8 4WD I WAS PULLING MY BOAT AND NOTICED WHEN I WAS COMING TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND BRAKING THAT THE ENGINE WAS INCREASING IN RPM AND IT BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP. HAD THE TRAFFIC IN FRONT OF ME NOT BEEN CLEAR THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN AN ACCIDENT. THIS HAPPENED...

Aug 22, 2009 Suspension

I OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 AND I AM HAVING VIBRATION PROBLEMS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ABOVE 60 MPH. I HAVE NEW TIRES INSTALLED, HAD THEM BALANCED TWICE IN ONE WEEK, AND STILL HAVE THE VIBRATIONS. THE VIBRATIONS BEGAN BEFORE I INSTALLED MY NEW TIRES. *TR

Aug 22, 2009 Suspension

I OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 AND I AM HAVING VIBRATION PROBLEMS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ABOVE 60 MPH. I HAVE NEW TIRES INSTALLED, HAD THEM BALANCED TWICE IN ONE WEEK, AND STILL HAVE THE VIBRATIONS. THE VIBRATIONS BEGAN BEFORE I INSTALLED MY NEW TIRES. *TR

Aug 14, 2009 Power Train 40,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER AFTER ABOUT 40,000 MILES WE STARTED EXPERIENCING A CLUNKING SOUND AND THE VEHICLE WOULD LURCH FORWARD WHILE TAKING YOUR FOOT OFF THE BRAKE WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP. I ADDRESSED THIS WITH MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER AND AT THE TIME THEY DIDN?T KNOW WHAT IT WAS. THIS PROBLEM ...

Aug 14, 2009 Power Train 40,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER AFTER ABOUT 40,000 MILES WE STARTED EXPERIENCING A CLUNKING SOUND AND THE VEHICLE WOULD LURCH FORWARD WHILE TAKING YOUR FOOT OFF THE BRAKE WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP. I ADDRESSED THIS WITH MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER AND AT THE TIME THEY DIDN?T KNOW WHAT IT WAS. THIS PROBLEM ...

Jun 24, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,000 mi

2006 4RUNNER SPORT EDITION 4WD -TOYOTA- 38K MILES ON VEHICLE. ALL THE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY TO THE A/C COMPRESSOR IS RUSTING OUT TO THE POINT THAT THE COMPRESSOR WILL COME APART DURING DRIVING AND DAMAGE OTHER COMPONENTS AND PROBABLE CAUSE ACCIDENT. THIS WAS NOTICE AT ~24K AND IT'S...

Jun 24, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,000 mi

2006 4RUNNER SPORT EDITION 4WD -TOYOTA- 38K MILES ON VEHICLE. ALL THE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY TO THE A/C COMPRESSOR IS RUSTING OUT TO THE POINT THAT THE COMPRESSOR WILL COME APART DURING DRIVING AND DAMAGE OTHER COMPONENTS AND PROBABLE CAUSE ACCIDENT. THIS WAS NOTICE AT ~24K AND IT'S...

May 19, 2009 Tires 22,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE VEHICLE HAS DUNLOP GRAND TREK TIRES, SIZE P265/65/R17. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR A ROUTINE OIL INSPECTION AND WAS ADVISED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES HAD DRY ROTTED. THE TIRES HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED. THE CONTACT IS IN THE PROCESS OF NOTIFYING THE ...

May 19, 2009 Tires 22,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE VEHICLE HAS DUNLOP GRAND TREK TIRES, SIZE P265/65/R17. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR A ROUTINE OIL INSPECTION AND WAS ADVISED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES HAD DRY ROTTED. THE TIRES HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED. THE CONTACT IS IN THE PROCESS OF NOTIFYING THE ...

May 13, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 500 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES TOO SENSITIVE. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, ESPECIALLY IF I HIT A BUMP WHILE BRAKING OR IF THE ROAD IS WET, THE ABS KICKS IN AND THE VEHICLE LOSES BRAKING POWER (WHILE BRAKE CALIPERS OSCILLATE VIOLENTLY) THEREBY DRASTICALLY INCREASING THE STOPPING DISTANCE. I'VE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED TH...

May 13, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 500 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES TOO SENSITIVE. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, ESPECIALLY IF I HIT A BUMP WHILE BRAKING OR IF THE ROAD IS WET, THE ABS KICKS IN AND THE VEHICLE LOSES BRAKING POWER (WHILE BRAKE CALIPERS OSCILLATE VIOLENTLY) THEREBY DRASTICALLY INCREASING THE STOPPING DISTANCE. I'VE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED TH...

May 13, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 500 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES TOO SENSITIVE. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, ESPECIALLY IF I HIT A BUMP WHILE BRAKING OR IF THE ROAD IS WET, THE ABS KICKS IN AND THE VEHICLE LOSES BRAKING POWER (WHILE BRAKE CALIPERS OSCILLATE VIOLENTLY) THEREBY DRASTICALLY INCREASING THE STOPPING DISTANCE. I'VE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED TH...

May 13, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 500 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES TOO SENSITIVE. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, ESPECIALLY IF I HIT A BUMP WHILE BRAKING OR IF THE ROAD IS WET, THE ABS KICKS IN AND THE VEHICLE LOSES BRAKING POWER (WHILE BRAKE CALIPERS OSCILLATE VIOLENTLY) THEREBY DRASTICALLY INCREASING THE STOPPING DISTANCE. I'VE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED TH...

May 12, 2009 Structure 120,000 mi

TL*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 FAIL...

May 12, 2009 Structure 120,000 mi

TL*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 FAIL...

May 8, 2009 Air Bags Crash

WE WERE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC IN OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WE WERE SLAMMED INTO FROM BEHIND BY A CAR TRAVELING AROUND 45MPH. THUS WE SLAMMED INTO THE CAR INFRONT OF US. OUR AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE PASSENGER SEATBELT DID NOT LOCK UP, THUS CAUSING SEVERE INJURIES TO THE PASSENGER. THERE IS AROUND ...

May 8, 2009 Seat Belts Crash

WE WERE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC IN OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WE WERE SLAMMED INTO FROM BEHIND BY A CAR TRAVELING AROUND 45MPH. THUS WE SLAMMED INTO THE CAR INFRONT OF US. OUR AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE PASSENGER SEATBELT DID NOT LOCK UP, THUS CAUSING SEVERE INJURIES TO THE PASSENGER. THERE IS AROUND ...

May 8, 2009 Air Bags Crash

WE WERE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC IN OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WE WERE SLAMMED INTO FROM BEHIND BY A CAR TRAVELING AROUND 45MPH. THUS WE SLAMMED INTO THE CAR INFRONT OF US. OUR AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE PASSENGER SEATBELT DID NOT LOCK UP, THUS CAUSING SEVERE INJURIES TO THE PASSENGER. THERE IS AROUND ...

May 8, 2009 Seat Belts Crash

WE WERE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC IN OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WE WERE SLAMMED INTO FROM BEHIND BY A CAR TRAVELING AROUND 45MPH. THUS WE SLAMMED INTO THE CAR INFRONT OF US. OUR AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE PASSENGER SEATBELT DID NOT LOCK UP, THUS CAUSING SEVERE INJURIES TO THE PASSENGER. THERE IS AROUND ...

Sep 10, 2008 Visibility 51,000 mi

FRONT WINDSHIELD ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAS CRACKED TWICE FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THIS IS EXPENSIVE AND UNSAFE. I HAVE SEEN SCATTERED INTERNET REPORTS OF 4RUNNER OWNERS REPORTING THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

Sep 10, 2008 Visibility 51,000 mi

FRONT WINDSHIELD ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAS CRACKED TWICE FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THIS IS EXPENSIVE AND UNSAFE. I HAVE SEEN SCATTERED INTERNET REPORTS OF 4RUNNER OWNERS REPORTING THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

Jul 25, 2008 Power Train 6,000 mi

EVERY TIME I STOP AND START DRIVING I GET A CLUNKING SOUND FROM THE VEHICLE. IT ALMOST FEELS LIKE IM BEING REAR ENDED. THIS HAPPENS PRETTY MUCH EVERY SINGLE TIME I STOP AND TAKE OFF FROM TRAFFIC LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS. *TR

Jul 25, 2008 Power Train 6,000 mi

EVERY TIME I STOP AND START DRIVING I GET A CLUNKING SOUND FROM THE VEHICLE. IT ALMOST FEELS LIKE IM BEING REAR ENDED. THIS HAPPENS PRETTY MUCH EVERY SINGLE TIME I STOP AND TAKE OFF FROM TRAFFIC LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS. *TR

Jul 21, 2008 Power Train Crash 11,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. THE CONTACT STEPPED OUT OF THE VEHICLE WITH THE CHILD IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THE CHILD RELEASED THE GEAR SHIFT TO REVERSE, AND THE VEHICLE DRIFTED AND CRASHED INTO A HOUSE. THE CHILD ...

Jul 21, 2008 Power Train Crash 11,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. THE CONTACT STEPPED OUT OF THE VEHICLE WITH THE CHILD IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THE CHILD RELEASED THE GEAR SHIFT TO REVERSE, AND THE VEHICLE DRIFTED AND CRASHED INTO A HOUSE. THE CHILD ...

Jul 10, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,000 mi

EXHAUST SYSTEM. CATALYTIC CONVERTER. SMELL OF SULFUR/ROTTEN EGGS WHEN ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY GOING UP A HILL. TOOK CAR TO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED CATALYTIC CONVERTERS. A FEW MONTHS LATER THE PROBLEM PERSISTS. IT SEEMS NOW IT DOES THIS MORE OFTEN. *TR

Jul 10, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,000 mi

EXHAUST SYSTEM. CATALYTIC CONVERTER. SMELL OF SULFUR/ROTTEN EGGS WHEN ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY GOING UP A HILL. TOOK CAR TO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED CATALYTIC CONVERTERS. A FEW MONTHS LATER THE PROBLEM PERSISTS. IT SEEMS NOW IT DOES THIS MORE OFTEN. *TR

May 12, 2008 Power Train 32,000 mi

AT ABOUT 32,000 MILES MY TRUCK STARTED TO FEEL AS IF IT HAD BEEN REAR ENDED WHEN I WOULD STOP AT A STOP LIGHT. AT FIRST IT WAS VERY LIGHT, BUT IT HAS SINCE GOTTEN WORSE. I TOOK IT IN TO THE TOYOTA DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY LUBED THE DRIVE SHAFT. THE DRIVE SHAFT IS SEALED, SO I ASKED HOW THAT COU...

May 12, 2008 Power Train 32,000 mi

AT ABOUT 32,000 MILES MY TRUCK STARTED TO FEEL AS IF IT HAD BEEN REAR ENDED WHEN I WOULD STOP AT A STOP LIGHT. AT FIRST IT WAS VERY LIGHT, BUT IT HAS SINCE GOTTEN WORSE. I TOOK IT IN TO THE TOYOTA DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY LUBED THE DRIVE SHAFT. THE DRIVE SHAFT IS SEALED, SO I ASKED HOW THAT COU...

Apr 18, 2008 Tires 25,000 mi

THE TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT STILL ILLUMINATION EVEN BRING THE VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CHECK 3 TIME ON THE 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. *TR

Apr 18, 2008 Tires 25,000 mi

THE TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT STILL ILLUMINATION EVEN BRING THE VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CHECK 3 TIME ON THE 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. *TR

Feb 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,269 mi

I AM CANADIAN RESIDENT A BOUGHT A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5, WHICH IS A US VEHICLE IMPORT. WHEN I WENT TO BRAKE 2 DAYS AGO THE BRAKE PEDAL SUNK TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE KEPT ON GOING. I WAS ABOUT 3 INCHES AWAY FROM DRIVING INTO MY HOUSE. LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO STOP AS I WAS GOING VERY SLOW. HAVE NOT ...

Feb 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,269 mi

I AM CANADIAN RESIDENT A BOUGHT A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5, WHICH IS A US VEHICLE IMPORT. WHEN I WENT TO BRAKE 2 DAYS AGO THE BRAKE PEDAL SUNK TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE KEPT ON GOING. I WAS ABOUT 3 INCHES AWAY FROM DRIVING INTO MY HOUSE. LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO STOP AS I WAS GOING VERY SLOW. HAVE NOT ...

Nov 8, 2007 Air Bags Crash 7,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED AND TOWED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER WAS WEARING A SEAT BELT, BUT SUSTAINED I...

Nov 8, 2007 Air Bags Crash 7,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED AND TOWED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER WAS WEARING A SEAT BELT, BUT SUSTAINED I...

Oct 9, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 3,800 mi

OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH A V8 ENGINE HAS LOST ACCELERATOR RESPONSE ON TWO OCCASIONS IN THE FIRST YEAR WE HAVE OWNED IT. THE CHECK ENGINE, VSC AND TRAC LIGHTS ALL CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR INPUTS. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS JULY 2006 WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD APPROXIMATE...

Oct 9, 2007 Electrical System 3,800 mi

OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH A V8 ENGINE HAS LOST ACCELERATOR RESPONSE ON TWO OCCASIONS IN THE FIRST YEAR WE HAVE OWNED IT. THE CHECK ENGINE, VSC AND TRAC LIGHTS ALL CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR INPUTS. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS JULY 2006 WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD APPROXIMATE...

Oct 9, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 3,800 mi

OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH A V8 ENGINE HAS LOST ACCELERATOR RESPONSE ON TWO OCCASIONS IN THE FIRST YEAR WE HAVE OWNED IT. THE CHECK ENGINE, VSC AND TRAC LIGHTS ALL CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR INPUTS. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS JULY 2006 WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD APPROXIMATE...

Oct 9, 2007 Electrical System 3,800 mi

OUR 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH A V8 ENGINE HAS LOST ACCELERATOR RESPONSE ON TWO OCCASIONS IN THE FIRST YEAR WE HAVE OWNED IT. THE CHECK ENGINE, VSC AND TRAC LIGHTS ALL CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR INPUTS. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS JULY 2006 WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD APPROXIMATE...

Sep 16, 2007 Seats

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 4WD V8. FRONT SEAT MOVEMENT. THE FRONT SEAT IN MY 4RUNNER MOVES, POPS, RATTLES LIKE ITS FALLING APART. *TR

Sep 16, 2007 Seats

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 4WD V8. FRONT SEAT MOVEMENT. THE FRONT SEAT IN MY 4RUNNER MOVES, POPS, RATTLES LIKE ITS FALLING APART. *TR

Sep 13, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 700 mi

VEHICLE IS A POLARIS SPORTSMAN 800 THAT OPTION IS NOT AVAILABLE LATER IN THIS FORM SO I PUT TOYOTA. ON AUGUST 4 2007 I BEGAN AN ATV RIDE/CAMPING TRIP WITH TWO OTHER INDIVIDUALS THAT WAS PLANNED TO GO THROUGH 8/11. WE STOPPED FOR LUNCH ON DAY 1 AND AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES I HEARD A STRANGE HISSING SOUN...

Sep 13, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 700 mi

VEHICLE IS A POLARIS SPORTSMAN 800 THAT OPTION IS NOT AVAILABLE LATER IN THIS FORM SO I PUT TOYOTA. ON AUGUST 4 2007 I BEGAN AN ATV RIDE/CAMPING TRIP WITH TWO OTHER INDIVIDUALS THAT WAS PLANNED TO GO THROUGH 8/11. WE STOPPED FOR LUNCH ON DAY 1 AND AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES I HEARD A STRANGE HISSING SOUN...

Jul 17, 2007 Power Train 1,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER WITH A CLUNG IN THE DRIVELINE. IT HAPPENS WHEN YOU STOP AT A STOP LIGHT, ESPECIALLY THE LONG ONES. YOU THINK A CAR HAS BUMPED YOU IN THE REAR BUT NO ONE IS THERE. IT IS VERY DISCONCERTING. IT DOESN'T HAPPEN EVERY TIME. INITIALLY THE DEALER THOUGHT THAT IT WAS DUE ...

Jul 17, 2007 Power Train 1,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER WITH A CLUNG IN THE DRIVELINE. IT HAPPENS WHEN YOU STOP AT A STOP LIGHT, ESPECIALLY THE LONG ONES. YOU THINK A CAR HAS BUMPED YOU IN THE REAR BUT NO ONE IS THERE. IT IS VERY DISCONCERTING. IT DOESN'T HAPPEN EVERY TIME. INITIALLY THE DEALER THOUGHT THAT IT WAS DUE ...

Jul 16, 2007 Visibility 5,092 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER: VISION PROBLEM EXISTS WHEN VIEWING LIGHTS, I.E. HEADLIGHTS, STREET LIGHTS, TRAFFIC LIGHTS, ETC. THROUGH WINDSHIELD. ALL LIGHTS HAVE A DOUBLE, OR GHOST, IMAGE THAT EXISTS ABOVE THE ACTUAL LIGHT SOURCE. THIS PROBLEM EXISTS ALL OF THE TIME, BUT IS MUCH MORE NOTICEABLE AT NIGHT WI...

Jul 16, 2007 Visibility 5,092 mi

2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER: VISION PROBLEM EXISTS WHEN VIEWING LIGHTS, I.E. HEADLIGHTS, STREET LIGHTS, TRAFFIC LIGHTS, ETC. THROUGH WINDSHIELD. ALL LIGHTS HAVE A DOUBLE, OR GHOST, IMAGE THAT EXISTS ABOVE THE ACTUAL LIGHT SOURCE. THIS PROBLEM EXISTS ALL OF THE TIME, BUT IS MUCH MORE NOTICEABLE AT NIGHT WI...

Jun 18, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,500 mi

FIRST ISSUE: THE BRAKE PEDAL HAS A BUZZING THAT OCCURS WITH EVERY STOP, IT' IS SEVERE ENOUGH THAT IT ALTERS THE BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE. SECOND ISSUE: WHEN HITTING A BUMP WHILE STOPPING THE BRAKE PEDAL LOSES PRESSURE. WOULD SEEM TO BE A CONCERN FOR TOYOTA, THEY FIRST SAID THEY HAVEN'T HEARD OF A COMPLA...

Jun 18, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16,500 mi

FIRST ISSUE: THE BRAKE PEDAL HAS A BUZZING THAT OCCURS WITH EVERY STOP, IT' IS SEVERE ENOUGH THAT IT ALTERS THE BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE. SECOND ISSUE: WHEN HITTING A BUMP WHILE STOPPING THE BRAKE PEDAL LOSES PRESSURE. WOULD SEEM TO BE A CONCERN FOR TOYOTA, THEY FIRST SAID THEY HAVEN'T HEARD OF A COMPLA...

Apr 20, 2007 Visibility

EXPERIENCING DOUBLE VISION IN WINDSHIELD OF 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER DURING NIGHTTIME DRIVING. *JB

Apr 20, 2007 Visibility

EXPERIENCING DOUBLE VISION IN WINDSHIELD OF 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER DURING NIGHTTIME DRIVING. *JB

Feb 10, 2007 Air Bags 10,300 mi

WHILE REVIEWING THE 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER COMPLAINTS I FOUND THAT CONSUMER COMPLAINT: ODI CASE NUMBER: 10179170 IS ACTUALLY A COMPLAINT FOR A 2006 TOYOTA RAV4 AND IS MISFILED AND MAY WANT TO BE CORRECTED. THANKS--- DAVE CIZEK

Feb 10, 2007 Air Bags 10,300 mi

WHILE REVIEWING THE 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER COMPLAINTS I FOUND THAT CONSUMER COMPLAINT: ODI CASE NUMBER: 10179170 IS ACTUALLY A COMPLAINT FOR A 2006 TOYOTA RAV4 AND IS MISFILED AND MAY WANT TO BE CORRECTED. THANKS--- DAVE CIZEK

Feb 7, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 500 mi

TOYOTA 2006 4RUNNER 4WD LIMITED DISCHARGES A SULFUR SMELL WHEN I ACCELERATE, ESPECIALLY WHEN I AM GOING UP A HILL. THE SMELL IS STRONG EVEN WHEN MY WINDOWS ARE UP. I'M ALSO CONCERNED ABOUT THE SMELL BEING A HEALTH ISSUE. I PURCHASED THE CAR BRAND NEW IN FEBRUARY 2006. *JB

Feb 7, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 500 mi

TOYOTA 2006 4RUNNER 4WD LIMITED DISCHARGES A SULFUR SMELL WHEN I ACCELERATE, ESPECIALLY WHEN I AM GOING UP A HILL. THE SMELL IS STRONG EVEN WHEN MY WINDOWS ARE UP. I'M ALSO CONCERNED ABOUT THE SMELL BEING A HEALTH ISSUE. I PURCHASED THE CAR BRAND NEW IN FEBRUARY 2006. *JB

Jan 19, 2007 Power Train Crash 13,000 mi

TL* - WHILE DRIVING HIS 2006 TOYOTA RAV4 AT 60 MPH THE CONTACT FELT A JERKING AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE STRUCK FROM THE REAR. HE BELIEVES THAT THE VEHICLE''S 4 WHEEL DRIVE ENGAGED CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN SEVERAL TIMES AND FLIPPED OVER MULTIPLE TIMES COMING TO A RE...

Jan 19, 2007 Air Bags Crash 13,000 mi

TL* - WHILE DRIVING HIS 2006 TOYOTA RAV4 AT 60 MPH THE CONTACT FELT A JERKING AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE STRUCK FROM THE REAR. HE BELIEVES THAT THE VEHICLE''S 4 WHEEL DRIVE ENGAGED CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN SEVERAL TIMES AND FLIPPED OVER MULTIPLE TIMES COMING TO A RE...

Jan 19, 2007 Power Train Crash 13,000 mi

TL* - WHILE DRIVING HIS 2006 TOYOTA RAV4 AT 60 MPH THE CONTACT FELT A JERKING AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE STRUCK FROM THE REAR. HE BELIEVES THAT THE VEHICLE''S 4 WHEEL DRIVE ENGAGED CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN SEVERAL TIMES AND FLIPPED OVER MULTIPLE TIMES COMING TO A RE...

Jan 19, 2007 Air Bags Crash 13,000 mi

TL* - WHILE DRIVING HIS 2006 TOYOTA RAV4 AT 60 MPH THE CONTACT FELT A JERKING AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE STRUCK FROM THE REAR. HE BELIEVES THAT THE VEHICLE''S 4 WHEEL DRIVE ENGAGED CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN SEVERAL TIMES AND FLIPPED OVER MULTIPLE TIMES COMING TO A RE...

Jan 4, 2007 Visibility

OPTICAL SAFETY PROBLEM WHEN LOOKING THROUGH THE FRONT WINDSHIELD OF MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER: ANY INCREASED LIGHT SITUATION, @ NIGHT OR DURING THE DAY, PROVIDES A DOUBLE VISION OF THE LIGHT SOURCE THAT APPEARS ABOVE THE SOURCE ~ 8 TO 10 FEET @ ~ 1 MILE AWAY. AS THE VEHICLE GETS CLOSER TO THE SOURCE ...

Jan 4, 2007 Visibility

OPTICAL SAFETY PROBLEM WHEN LOOKING THROUGH THE FRONT WINDSHIELD OF MY 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER: ANY INCREASED LIGHT SITUATION, @ NIGHT OR DURING THE DAY, PROVIDES A DOUBLE VISION OF THE LIGHT SOURCE THAT APPEARS ABOVE THE SOURCE ~ 8 TO 10 FEET @ ~ 1 MILE AWAY. AS THE VEHICLE GETS CLOSER TO THE SOURCE ...

Jan 3, 2007 Tires 11,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER TIRES WERE LOW PROFILE TIRES WHICH WERE PART OF THE ORIGINAL EQUIPPMENT ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIRST TIRE FAILURE WAS AUGUST 26, 2006 WHILE TRAVELING IN REVERSE AT 3 MPH . THE CONTACT STRUCK THE SIDE OF THE DRIVEWAY AND THE ...

Jan 3, 2007 Tires 11,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT 2006 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER TIRES WERE LOW PROFILE TIRES WHICH WERE PART OF THE ORIGINAL EQUIPPMENT ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIRST TIRE FAILURE WAS AUGUST 26, 2006 WHILE TRAVELING IN REVERSE AT 3 MPH . THE CONTACT STRUCK THE SIDE OF THE DRIVEWAY AND THE ...

Nov 13, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 4,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE REAR LIFT GATE WAS OPENED THE AUTOMATIC OPEN/CLOSE MECHANISM FAILED AND CLOSED ON THE CONTACT'S RIGHT HAND. THE 4TH AND 5TH DIGITS OF THE RING FINGER AND PINKY WERE CRUSHED AND THE 5TH DIGIT OF THE PINKY OF THE RIGHT HAND WAS HYPEREXTENDED AND MAY HAVE BEEN DISLOCAT...

Nov 13, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 4,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE REAR LIFT GATE WAS OPENED THE AUTOMATIC OPEN/CLOSE MECHANISM FAILED AND CLOSED ON THE CONTACT'S RIGHT HAND. THE 4TH AND 5TH DIGITS OF THE RING FINGER AND PINKY WERE CRUSHED AND THE 5TH DIGIT OF THE PINKY OF THE RIGHT HAND WAS HYPEREXTENDED AND MAY HAVE BEEN DISLOCAT...

Nov 7, 2006 Steering Crash 107,000 mi

ROAD CONTAINED A TURN AT WHICH TIME THE VEHICLE SKIDDED "FISHTAILED" AND UPON CORRECTION SKIDDED THE OTHER DIRECTION. VEHICLE WENT INTO SMALL CULVERT DITCH AND ROLLED OVER. VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING AT 35 MPH. *JB

Nov 7, 2006 Steering Crash 107,000 mi

ROAD CONTAINED A TURN AT WHICH TIME THE VEHICLE SKIDDED "FISHTAILED" AND UPON CORRECTION SKIDDED THE OTHER DIRECTION. VEHICLE WENT INTO SMALL CULVERT DITCH AND ROLLED OVER. VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING AT 35 MPH. *JB

Oct 16, 2006 Unknown Or Other 3,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE SURF BOARD STRAPPED TO THE LUGGAGE RACK FLEW OFF. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR CROSS BAR DETACHED FROM THE RACK SIDE RAILS. NO WARNING SIGNALS WERE OBSERVED. THE DEALERSHIP AND THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILI...

Oct 16, 2006 Equipment 3,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE SURF BOARD STRAPPED TO THE LUGGAGE RACK FLEW OFF. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR CROSS BAR DETACHED FROM THE RACK SIDE RAILS. NO WARNING SIGNALS WERE OBSERVED. THE DEALERSHIP AND THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILI...

Oct 16, 2006 Wheels 9,501 mi

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL STUD SEPARATED AT 70 FT. LBS. OF TORQUE DURING TIRE ROTATION. THE PORTION OF THE STUD THAT BROKE OFF IN THE LUG NUT HAD STRETCHED APPROXIMATELY 1/8" BEFORE SEPARATING. *NM

Oct 16, 2006 Unknown Or Other 3,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE SURF BOARD STRAPPED TO THE LUGGAGE RACK FLEW OFF. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR CROSS BAR DETACHED FROM THE RACK SIDE RAILS. NO WARNING SIGNALS WERE OBSERVED. THE DEALERSHIP AND THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILI...

Oct 16, 2006 Equipment 3,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE SURF BOARD STRAPPED TO THE LUGGAGE RACK FLEW OFF. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR CROSS BAR DETACHED FROM THE RACK SIDE RAILS. NO WARNING SIGNALS WERE OBSERVED. THE DEALERSHIP AND THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILI...

Oct 16, 2006 Wheels 9,501 mi

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL STUD SEPARATED AT 70 FT. LBS. OF TORQUE DURING TIRE ROTATION. THE PORTION OF THE STUD THAT BROKE OFF IN THE LUG NUT HAD STRETCHED APPROXIMATELY 1/8" BEFORE SEPARATING. *NM

Sep 15, 2006 Suspension 4,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE SHOOK. THE DEALERSHIP INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THREE SEPARATE TIMES. ON ONE OCCASION, THE TIRES WERE CHECKED AND BALANCED. THE VEHICLE DROVE BETTER FOR A SHORT WHILE, BUT THE SHAKING PERSISTED.

Sep 15, 2006 Suspension 4,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE SHOOK. THE DEALERSHIP INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THREE SEPARATE TIMES. ON ONE OCCASION, THE TIRES WERE CHECKED AND BALANCED. THE VEHICLE DROVE BETTER FOR A SHORT WHILE, BUT THE SHAKING PERSISTED.

Aug 25, 2006 Seats 3,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. MY DRIVERS SEAT CLICKS AND SHIFTS EACH TIME I ACCELERATE OR TURN, WHETHER ITS LEFT OR RIGHT. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO A TOYOTA DEALERSHIP TO BE FIXED, HOWEVER WHEN THEY RETURNED IT TO ME, IT CONTINUED TO DO THE SAME. IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND FRUSTRATING. I DID A SEARCH ON THE ...

Aug 25, 2006 Steering 80 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A VIBRATION WAS FELT COMING UP THROUGH THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE DRIVING 20MPH. THE VIBRATION WAS MORE PRONOUNCED AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND LESS PRONOUNCED AT LOWER SPEEDS, ALTHOUGH IT NEVER CEASED. THE SERVICE DEALER DETERMINED THE VIBRATION WAS A COMMON OCCURRENCE TO THE VEHIC...

Aug 25, 2006 Steering 82 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE HAD A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING COLUMN. THE SERVICE DEALER EXPRESSED THIS WAS A NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC VIBRATION. THE VEHICLE WAS NEW AND WAS NEVER IN AN ACCIDENT. THE CONTACT TEST DROVE ANOTHER VEHICLE WHICH HAD THE SAME ISSUE. THE VIBRATION WAS NOTICEABLE FRO...

Aug 25, 2006 Seats 3,000 mi

I HAVE A 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. MY DRIVERS SEAT CLICKS AND SHIFTS EACH TIME I ACCELERATE OR TURN, WHETHER ITS LEFT OR RIGHT. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO A TOYOTA DEALERSHIP TO BE FIXED, HOWEVER WHEN THEY RETURNED IT TO ME, IT CONTINUED TO DO THE SAME. IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND FRUSTRATING. I DID A SEARCH ON THE ...

Aug 25, 2006 Steering 80 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A VIBRATION WAS FELT COMING UP THROUGH THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE DRIVING 20MPH. THE VIBRATION WAS MORE PRONOUNCED AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND LESS PRONOUNCED AT LOWER SPEEDS, ALTHOUGH IT NEVER CEASED. THE SERVICE DEALER DETERMINED THE VIBRATION WAS A COMMON OCCURRENCE TO THE VEHIC...

Aug 25, 2006 Steering 82 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE HAD A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING COLUMN. THE SERVICE DEALER EXPRESSED THIS WAS A NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC VIBRATION. THE VEHICLE WAS NEW AND WAS NEVER IN AN ACCIDENT. THE CONTACT TEST DROVE ANOTHER VEHICLE WHICH HAD THE SAME ISSUE. THE VIBRATION WAS NOTICEABLE FRO...

Jul 21, 2006 Tires 7,488 mi

MY TOYOTA SR5 WAS BOUGHT IN FEB 06, I HAVE 7400 MILES ON IT. MY RIGHT REAR TIRE SPLIT OPEN ON TREAD AND WAS SPLITTING AROUND THE EDGE AND SIDEWALL. LAST SATURDAY ON MY WEEKLY INSPECTION OF THE TRUCK THE TIRES HAD NO DEFECT. LUCKILY IT WAS CAUGHT BEFORE AN ACCIDENT OCCURED. THE DEALER HAS ORDERED A ...

Jul 21, 2006 Tires 7,488 mi

MY TOYOTA SR5 WAS BOUGHT IN FEB 06, I HAVE 7400 MILES ON IT. MY RIGHT REAR TIRE SPLIT OPEN ON TREAD AND WAS SPLITTING AROUND THE EDGE AND SIDEWALL. LAST SATURDAY ON MY WEEKLY INSPECTION OF THE TRUCK THE TIRES HAD NO DEFECT. LUCKILY IT WAS CAUGHT BEFORE AN ACCIDENT OCCURED. THE DEALER HAS ORDERED A ...

Jul 18, 2006 Visibility 1,550 mi

DOUBLE VISION IN WINDSHIELD WHEN NIGHT DRIVING. *NM

Jul 18, 2006 Visibility 1,550 mi

DOUBLE VISION IN WINDSHIELD WHEN NIGHT DRIVING. *NM

Jul 17, 2006 Suspension 9,191 mi

I HAVE A STEERING PROBLEM ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER V8 SPORT MODEL, 9191 MILES. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WANTS TO VEER FROM SIDE TO SIDE AND IS DIFFICULT TO KEEP IN THE PROPER LANE. THE DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA DISTRICT REP HAVE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND SUGGEST THAT THIS IS "NOR...

Jul 17, 2006 Steering 9,191 mi

I HAVE A STEERING PROBLEM ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER V8 SPORT MODEL, 9191 MILES. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WANTS TO VEER FROM SIDE TO SIDE AND IS DIFFICULT TO KEEP IN THE PROPER LANE. THE DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA DISTRICT REP HAVE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND SUGGEST THAT THIS IS "NOR...

Jul 17, 2006 Suspension 9,191 mi

I HAVE A STEERING PROBLEM ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER V8 SPORT MODEL, 9191 MILES. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WANTS TO VEER FROM SIDE TO SIDE AND IS DIFFICULT TO KEEP IN THE PROPER LANE. THE DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA DISTRICT REP HAVE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND SUGGEST THAT THIS IS "NOR...

Jul 17, 2006 Steering 9,191 mi

I HAVE A STEERING PROBLEM ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER V8 SPORT MODEL, 9191 MILES. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WANTS TO VEER FROM SIDE TO SIDE AND IS DIFFICULT TO KEEP IN THE PROPER LANE. THE DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA DISTRICT REP HAVE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND SUGGEST THAT THIS IS "NOR...

Jul 8, 2006 Power Train 10,490 mi

NEW 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAS 10,000 MILES, LEAKING OIL FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL, I WAS TOLD IT WAS DEFECT OF THE SEAL FROM THE MANUFACTURER, I WAS TOLD THE SEAL HAS TO BE HAS REPLACED. NOW I AM WAITING SINCE THE PART HAD TO BE ORDERED. *NM

Jul 8, 2006 Power Train 10,490 mi

NEW 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAS 10,000 MILES, LEAKING OIL FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL, I WAS TOLD IT WAS DEFECT OF THE SEAL FROM THE MANUFACTURER, I WAS TOLD THE SEAL HAS TO BE HAS REPLACED. NOW I AM WAITING SINCE THE PART HAD TO BE ORDERED. *NM

May 26, 2006 Steering 14 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VEERS IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE PROBLEM AND THE MANUFACTURER SENT A FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE WHOM COULD NOT DETERMINE A PROBLEM EITHER. UPDATED 06/15/06. *JB

May 26, 2006 Steering 14 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VEERS IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE PROBLEM AND THE MANUFACTURER SENT A FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE WHOM COULD NOT DETERMINE A PROBLEM EITHER. UPDATED 06/15/06. *JB

Apr 7, 2006 Interior Lighting 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Parking Brake 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Structure 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Power Train 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Suspension 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Visibility 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Visibility 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Visibility 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Electrical System 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Electrical System 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Exterior Lighting 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Exterior Lighting 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Interior Lighting 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Parking Brake 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Structure 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Power Train 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Suspension 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Visibility 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Visibility 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Visibility 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Electrical System 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Electrical System 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Exterior Lighting 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Exterior Lighting 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Apr 7, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 1,200 mi

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. I EVEN HAD TO GIVE MY DAUGHTER CPR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION. SHE WENT ...

Mar 25, 2006 Power Train 4,500 mi

I HAVE A DRIVELINE VIBRATION ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER V8 SPORT MODEL, 4575 MILES, VIN [XX]. THE VIBRATION IS MOST NOTICEABLE WHILE DIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OF 72-74 MPH. THE VIBRATION CAN BE DESCRIBED AS A CYCLICAL DRONING VIBRATION AND CAN BE FELT ON THE DRIVER FLOORBOARD AND DEAD PEDAL, THE ACC...

Mar 25, 2006 Power Train 4,500 mi

I HAVE A DRIVELINE VIBRATION ON MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER V8 SPORT MODEL, 4575 MILES, VIN [XX]. THE VIBRATION IS MOST NOTICEABLE WHILE DIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OF 72-74 MPH. THE VIBRATION CAN BE DESCRIBED AS A CYCLICAL DRONING VIBRATION AND CAN BE FELT ON THE DRIVER FLOORBOARD AND DEAD PEDAL, THE ACC...

Feb 17, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 5 mi

WHEN MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS RUNNING OR WHEN ACCELERATION A ROTTEN EGG SMELL COMES FROM THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE IN AND THE DEALER CLAIMS THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS PROBLEM ON ANY OTHER VEHICLES I HAVE OWNED. *NM

Feb 17, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 5 mi

WHEN MY 2006 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IS RUNNING OR WHEN ACCELERATION A ROTTEN EGG SMELL COMES FROM THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE IN AND THE DEALER CLAIMS THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS PROBLEM ON ANY OTHER VEHICLES I HAVE OWNED. *NM

Jan 30, 2006 Tires 400 mi

HAD A TIRE BLOWOUT ON A NEWLY PURCHASED 2006,, TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH MICHELIN CROSS TERRAIN TIRES, P265/65-17R WITH 400 TOTAL MILES ON THE VEHICLE. BLOWOUT WAS FROM TREAD TO BEAD WITH NO SIGNS OF IMPACT DAMMAGE. PURCHASED REPLACEMENT TIRE. OLD TIRE NOT AVAILABLE - PICTURES ARE AVAILABLE. *AK

Jan 30, 2006 Tires 400 mi

HAD A TIRE BLOWOUT ON A NEWLY PURCHASED 2006,, TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH MICHELIN CROSS TERRAIN TIRES, P265/65-17R WITH 400 TOTAL MILES ON THE VEHICLE. BLOWOUT WAS FROM TREAD TO BEAD WITH NO SIGNS OF IMPACT DAMMAGE. PURCHASED REPLACEMENT TIRE. OLD TIRE NOT AVAILABLE - PICTURES ARE AVAILABLE. *AK