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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...

14V743000 Nov 19, 2014 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 T...

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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Jul 1, 2025 Electrical System 200,000 mi

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 87,750, and at the time of registrat...

Jul 1, 2025 Electrical System 200,000 mi

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 87,750, and at the time of registrat...

Dec 27, 2024 Electrical System

Driving along the freeway in winter conditions I used the rear defroster for the back window, this caused the back glass to explode loudly, shattering glass onto belongings, animals and the road behind us. This caused drivers behind us to act evasively and myself as well making a winter driving cond...

Dec 27, 2024 Visibility/wiper

Driving along the freeway in winter conditions I used the rear defroster for the back window, this caused the back glass to explode loudly, shattering glass onto belongings, animals and the road behind us. This caused drivers behind us to act evasively and myself as well making a winter driving cond...

Dec 27, 2024 Electrical System

Driving along the freeway in winter conditions I used the rear defroster for the back window, this caused the back glass to explode loudly, shattering glass onto belongings, animals and the road behind us. This caused drivers behind us to act evasively and myself as well making a winter driving cond...

Dec 27, 2024 Visibility/wiper

Driving along the freeway in winter conditions I used the rear defroster for the back window, this caused the back glass to explode loudly, shattering glass onto belongings, animals and the road behind us. This caused drivers behind us to act evasively and myself as well making a winter driving cond...

Dec 17, 2024 Suspension

front skid plate rusted and corroded. fame rusted and corroded.suspension parts rusted and corroded.hole in fame.called Toyota of America in Texas told agent what the problem was.he told me no reports at this time on this make.also told me no solutions for this at this time.toyota had this problem w...

Dec 17, 2024 Power Train

front skid plate rusted and corroded. fame rusted and corroded.suspension parts rusted and corroded.hole in fame.called Toyota of America in Texas told agent what the problem was.he told me no reports at this time on this make.also told me no solutions for this at this time.toyota had this problem w...

Dec 17, 2024 Steering

front skid plate rusted and corroded. fame rusted and corroded.suspension parts rusted and corroded.hole in fame.called Toyota of America in Texas told agent what the problem was.he told me no reports at this time on this make.also told me no solutions for this at this time.toyota had this problem w...

Dec 17, 2024 Suspension

front skid plate rusted and corroded. fame rusted and corroded.suspension parts rusted and corroded.hole in fame.called Toyota of America in Texas told agent what the problem was.he told me no reports at this time on this make.also told me no solutions for this at this time.toyota had this problem w...

Dec 17, 2024 Power Train

front skid plate rusted and corroded. fame rusted and corroded.suspension parts rusted and corroded.hole in fame.called Toyota of America in Texas told agent what the problem was.he told me no reports at this time on this make.also told me no solutions for this at this time.toyota had this problem w...

Dec 17, 2024 Steering

front skid plate rusted and corroded. fame rusted and corroded.suspension parts rusted and corroded.hole in fame.called Toyota of America in Texas told agent what the problem was.he told me no reports at this time on this make.also told me no solutions for this at this time.toyota had this problem w...

Jul 6, 2023 Electrical System 127,000 mi

The contact owns 2007 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, while the vehicle was parked or idling, the electrical system malfunctioned. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, brake lights intermittently illuminated or fai...

Jul 6, 2023 Electrical System 127,000 mi

The contact owns 2007 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, while the vehicle was parked or idling, the electrical system malfunctioned. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, brake lights intermittently illuminated or fai...

Sep 1, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Hello My Frame is rotted beyond safety standards, rotted way faster than the sheetmetal on the rest of the truck, leaving my vehicle unsafe for the road. Yes, it is available for inspection, and the local Toyota dealer did have a look and rendered it unsafe for the road. Apparently when th...

Sep 1, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Hello My Frame is rotted beyond safety standards, rotted way faster than the sheetmetal on the rest of the truck, leaving my vehicle unsafe for the road. Yes, it is available for inspection, and the local Toyota dealer did have a look and rendered it unsafe for the road. Apparently when th...

Jul 29, 2022 Structure 100,000 mi

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that the vehicle was swaying while driving approximately 35 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. Additionally, the subframe was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The ap...

Jul 29, 2022 Structure 100,000 mi

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that the vehicle was swaying while driving approximately 35 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. Additionally, the subframe was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The ap...

Apr 28, 2022 Unknown Or Other Crash

My 4runners frame is rotted out on the passenger side after an accident and I do not believe it is safe to drive because of this; moreover, there are other areas of the vehicle that were rotted out due to rust, like the vehicles gas tank.

Apr 28, 2022 Unknown Or Other Crash

My 4runners frame is rotted out on the passenger side after an accident and I do not believe it is safe to drive because of this; moreover, there are other areas of the vehicle that were rotted out due to rust, like the vehicles gas tank.

Jan 20, 2022 Visibility/wiper

Parked at a stop light and the rear windshield shattered.

Jan 20, 2022 Visibility/wiper

Parked at a stop light and the rear windshield shattered.

Jan 16, 2022 Structure

I was having front brakes repaired, and mechanic called me over to lift to see under the car. Extremely rusty, flakes of metal coming off. He advised I do not even try and put it on a lift again, as he does not trust the structural integrity. He advised that it was definitely not normal, and not in ...

Jan 16, 2022 Structure

I was having front brakes repaired, and mechanic called me over to lift to see under the car. Extremely rusty, flakes of metal coming off. He advised I do not even try and put it on a lift again, as he does not trust the structural integrity. He advised that it was definitely not normal, and not in ...

Dec 22, 2021 Structure

The frame on my 4-Runner is rusted out to the point of being borderline unsafe, as per the Toyota Dealer. I don't have a scanner otherwise I would upload the pictures. The invoice from the dealer has my contact info. Not sure if you want that info.

Dec 22, 2021 Structure

The frame on my 4-Runner is rusted out to the point of being borderline unsafe, as per the Toyota Dealer. I don't have a scanner otherwise I would upload the pictures. The invoice from the dealer has my contact info. Not sure if you want that info.

Oct 7, 2021 Suspension

The Undercarriage of my 2007Toyota 4runner sport has irregular rusting issue. The truck has 128,000 miles on it and has been well maintained and garaged most of its life. I was under it the other day to check the exhaust system and noticed the frame is rusting like no other car I know of. Even ca...

Oct 7, 2021 Structure

The Undercarriage of my 2007Toyota 4runner sport has irregular rusting issue. The truck has 128,000 miles on it and has been well maintained and garaged most of its life. I was under it the other day to check the exhaust system and noticed the frame is rusting like no other car I know of. Even ca...

Oct 7, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The Undercarriage of my 2007Toyota 4runner sport has irregular rusting issue. The truck has 128,000 miles on it and has been well maintained and garaged most of its life. I was under it the other day to check the exhaust system and noticed the frame is rusting like no other car I know of. Even ca...

Oct 7, 2021 Suspension

The Undercarriage of my 2007Toyota 4runner sport has irregular rusting issue. The truck has 128,000 miles on it and has been well maintained and garaged most of its life. I was under it the other day to check the exhaust system and noticed the frame is rusting like no other car I know of. Even ca...

Oct 7, 2021 Structure

The Undercarriage of my 2007Toyota 4runner sport has irregular rusting issue. The truck has 128,000 miles on it and has been well maintained and garaged most of its life. I was under it the other day to check the exhaust system and noticed the frame is rusting like no other car I know of. Even ca...

Oct 7, 2021 Unknown Or Other

The Undercarriage of my 2007Toyota 4runner sport has irregular rusting issue. The truck has 128,000 miles on it and has been well maintained and garaged most of its life. I was under it the other day to check the exhaust system and noticed the frame is rusting like no other car I know of. Even ca...

Oct 5, 2021 Suspension

Rear frame has rusted to the point of failure. Because of inadequate water drainage in the rear frame and suspension components, the bottom frame has rusted out. And the rear control arm mounts have rusted off because there was no drainage in the mounts.

Oct 5, 2021 Suspension

Rear frame has rusted to the point of failure. Because of inadequate water drainage in the rear frame and suspension components, the bottom frame has rusted out. And the rear control arm mounts have rusted off because there was no drainage in the mounts.

Jul 14, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Recently bought this. Owner said there was a recall about it. There isn’t, at least yet. The front passengerside & back driverside doors won’t unlock remotely. That could be a problem after an accident or if needing to enter the car immediately. I haven’t taken it anywhere, but it is availabl...

Jul 14, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Recently bought this. Owner said there was a recall about it. There isn’t, at least yet. The front passengerside & back driverside doors won’t unlock remotely. That could be a problem after an accident or if needing to enter the car immediately. I haven’t taken it anywhere, but it is availabl...

Jun 22, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Codes P1442, P1445, P2441, P1441. Had to install a new Secondary Air Injection System. Defective emissions system. I (service station) mistakenly bypassed the system in order to save several thousand dollars when the SAIS was known to be defective in these vehicles.

Jun 22, 2021 Unknown Or Other

Codes P1442, P1445, P2441, P1441. Had to install a new Secondary Air Injection System. Defective emissions system. I (service station) mistakenly bypassed the system in order to save several thousand dollars when the SAIS was known to be defective in these vehicles.

Jun 21, 2021 Structure

Excessive frame rust on the frame itself and on suspension components including control arms and support brackets. Toyota dealership stated that rust could be an issue with maintenance.

Jun 21, 2021 Structure

Excessive frame rust on the frame itself and on suspension components including control arms and support brackets. Toyota dealership stated that rust could be an issue with maintenance.

Apr 28, 2021 Service Brakes 163,714 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN INTO HIS NEIGHBORHOOD, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED ALONG WITH PARKING BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEH...

Apr 28, 2021 Service Brakes 163,714 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN INTO HIS NEIGHBORHOOD, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED ALONG WITH PARKING BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEH...

Jan 24, 2021 Structure

RECENTLY LOOKED AT 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED V8 FOR SALE TO REPLACE MY 2005 LIMITED THAT HAS SEVERE FRAME CORROSION AND DISCOVERED THAT THIS VEHICLE TOO HAS NEARLY THE EXACT SAME CORROSION ISSUES. THE REAR OF THE FRAME BY THE BUMPER, WHERE THE CONTROL ARMS AND RADIATOR ARE ATTACHED TO THE CHASSIS ...

Jan 24, 2021 Steering

RECENTLY LOOKED AT 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED V8 FOR SALE TO REPLACE MY 2005 LIMITED THAT HAS SEVERE FRAME CORROSION AND DISCOVERED THAT THIS VEHICLE TOO HAS NEARLY THE EXACT SAME CORROSION ISSUES. THE REAR OF THE FRAME BY THE BUMPER, WHERE THE CONTROL ARMS AND RADIATOR ARE ATTACHED TO THE CHASSIS ...

Jan 24, 2021 Suspension

RECENTLY LOOKED AT 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED V8 FOR SALE TO REPLACE MY 2005 LIMITED THAT HAS SEVERE FRAME CORROSION AND DISCOVERED THAT THIS VEHICLE TOO HAS NEARLY THE EXACT SAME CORROSION ISSUES. THE REAR OF THE FRAME BY THE BUMPER, WHERE THE CONTROL ARMS AND RADIATOR ARE ATTACHED TO THE CHASSIS ...

Jan 24, 2021 Structure

RECENTLY LOOKED AT 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED V8 FOR SALE TO REPLACE MY 2005 LIMITED THAT HAS SEVERE FRAME CORROSION AND DISCOVERED THAT THIS VEHICLE TOO HAS NEARLY THE EXACT SAME CORROSION ISSUES. THE REAR OF THE FRAME BY THE BUMPER, WHERE THE CONTROL ARMS AND RADIATOR ARE ATTACHED TO THE CHASSIS ...

Jan 24, 2021 Steering

RECENTLY LOOKED AT 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED V8 FOR SALE TO REPLACE MY 2005 LIMITED THAT HAS SEVERE FRAME CORROSION AND DISCOVERED THAT THIS VEHICLE TOO HAS NEARLY THE EXACT SAME CORROSION ISSUES. THE REAR OF THE FRAME BY THE BUMPER, WHERE THE CONTROL ARMS AND RADIATOR ARE ATTACHED TO THE CHASSIS ...

Jan 24, 2021 Suspension

RECENTLY LOOKED AT 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LIMITED V8 FOR SALE TO REPLACE MY 2005 LIMITED THAT HAS SEVERE FRAME CORROSION AND DISCOVERED THAT THIS VEHICLE TOO HAS NEARLY THE EXACT SAME CORROSION ISSUES. THE REAR OF THE FRAME BY THE BUMPER, WHERE THE CONTROL ARMS AND RADIATOR ARE ATTACHED TO THE CHASSIS ...

Dec 22, 2020 Structure 180,000 mi

I HAVE A 2007 4RUNNER WITH CURRENTLY AROUND 180K MILES. WHEN I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IT HAD SOME RUSTING TO THE FRAME BUT NOTHING DEEMING IT UNSAFE OR DANGEROUS. WITHIN A MATTER OF MONTHS THE FRAME HAD, AND STILL IS, RUSTING AND DETERIORATING AT AN ALARMING RATE. I AM NOT SURE HOW TOYOTA HAS GOT AWA...

Dec 22, 2020 Structure 180,000 mi

I HAVE A 2007 4RUNNER WITH CURRENTLY AROUND 180K MILES. WHEN I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IT HAD SOME RUSTING TO THE FRAME BUT NOTHING DEEMING IT UNSAFE OR DANGEROUS. WITHIN A MATTER OF MONTHS THE FRAME HAD, AND STILL IS, RUSTING AND DETERIORATING AT AN ALARMING RATE. I AM NOT SURE HOW TOYOTA HAS GOT AWA...

Nov 29, 2020 Service Brakes 289,089 mi

THE BATTERY DIED UNEXPECTEDLY (ABOUT 3 YEARS OLD) AND WHEN WE REPLACED IT AND TRIED TO DRIVE IT, THERE WAS A LOUD CONTINUOUS BEEP FROM THE DASH AND NO BRAKES. WE REPLACED THE ABS FUSE, WHICH BLEW AGAIN IMMEDIATELY. WE HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO THE SHOP AND IT WAS CONFIRMED IT WAS THE BRAKE MODULE. THI...

Nov 29, 2020 Service Brakes 289,089 mi

THE BATTERY DIED UNEXPECTEDLY (ABOUT 3 YEARS OLD) AND WHEN WE REPLACED IT AND TRIED TO DRIVE IT, THERE WAS A LOUD CONTINUOUS BEEP FROM THE DASH AND NO BRAKES. WE REPLACED THE ABS FUSE, WHICH BLEW AGAIN IMMEDIATELY. WE HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO THE SHOP AND IT WAS CONFIRMED IT WAS THE BRAKE MODULE. THI...

Oct 25, 2020 Visibility/wiper 178,000 mi

DURING USE OF MY REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER, THE REAR WINDOW POPPED AND SHATTERED INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR.

Oct 25, 2020 Unknown Or Other 178,000 mi

DURING USE OF MY REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER, THE REAR WINDOW POPPED AND SHATTERED INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR.

Oct 25, 2020 Visibility/wiper 178,000 mi

DURING USE OF MY REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER, THE REAR WINDOW POPPED AND SHATTERED INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR.

Oct 25, 2020 Unknown Or Other 178,000 mi

DURING USE OF MY REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER, THE REAR WINDOW POPPED AND SHATTERED INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR.

Sep 3, 2020 Structure 100,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS PREMATURE EXCESSIVE RUST OF THE FRAME AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE SAME RECALL MY 05 SEQUOIA (AS WELL AS TACOMAS AND TUNDRAS) OF THE SAME ERA SINCE ALL WERE MANUFACTURED WITH THE SAME PROCESS THAT LACKED ADEQUATE APPLICATION OF RUST PROTECTION/COATING. M...

Sep 3, 2020 Steering 100,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS PREMATURE EXCESSIVE RUST OF THE FRAME AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE SAME RECALL MY 05 SEQUOIA (AS WELL AS TACOMAS AND TUNDRAS) OF THE SAME ERA SINCE ALL WERE MANUFACTURED WITH THE SAME PROCESS THAT LACKED ADEQUATE APPLICATION OF RUST PROTECTION/COATING. M...

Sep 3, 2020 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS PREMATURE EXCESSIVE RUST OF THE FRAME AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE SAME RECALL MY 05 SEQUOIA (AS WELL AS TACOMAS AND TUNDRAS) OF THE SAME ERA SINCE ALL WERE MANUFACTURED WITH THE SAME PROCESS THAT LACKED ADEQUATE APPLICATION OF RUST PROTECTION/COATING. M...

Sep 3, 2020 Structure 100,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS PREMATURE EXCESSIVE RUST OF THE FRAME AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE SAME RECALL MY 05 SEQUOIA (AS WELL AS TACOMAS AND TUNDRAS) OF THE SAME ERA SINCE ALL WERE MANUFACTURED WITH THE SAME PROCESS THAT LACKED ADEQUATE APPLICATION OF RUST PROTECTION/COATING. M...

Sep 3, 2020 Steering 100,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS PREMATURE EXCESSIVE RUST OF THE FRAME AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE SAME RECALL MY 05 SEQUOIA (AS WELL AS TACOMAS AND TUNDRAS) OF THE SAME ERA SINCE ALL WERE MANUFACTURED WITH THE SAME PROCESS THAT LACKED ADEQUATE APPLICATION OF RUST PROTECTION/COATING. M...

Sep 3, 2020 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS PREMATURE EXCESSIVE RUST OF THE FRAME AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE SAME RECALL MY 05 SEQUOIA (AS WELL AS TACOMAS AND TUNDRAS) OF THE SAME ERA SINCE ALL WERE MANUFACTURED WITH THE SAME PROCESS THAT LACKED ADEQUATE APPLICATION OF RUST PROTECTION/COATING. M...

Jul 28, 2020 Structure 94,704 mi

THE FRAME HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH IN MANY PLACES. WE HAVE HAD IT CHECKED AND BEEN ADVISED THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE.THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM ON MANY 4 RUNNERS AS WELL AS OTHER TOYOTA VEHICLES IN THE SAME ERA.

Jul 28, 2020 Structure 94,704 mi

THE FRAME HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH IN MANY PLACES. WE HAVE HAD IT CHECKED AND BEEN ADVISED THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE.THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM ON MANY 4 RUNNERS AS WELL AS OTHER TOYOTA VEHICLES IN THE SAME ERA.

Apr 26, 2020 Unknown Or Other 154,000 mi

FRAME RUST SO BAD THAT HOLES ARE STARTING TO APPEAR.

Apr 26, 2020 Unknown Or Other 154,000 mi

FRAME RUST SO BAD THAT HOLES ARE STARTING TO APPEAR.

Mar 27, 2020 Steering 186,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME CORROSION; TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER HAS HOLES IN IT, FRONT FRAME PORTION IS BADLY ROTTEN AND CRACKING. FRONT FRAME CRADLES SUSPENSION HAS RUST HOLES AND STEERING SUPPORTS ARE ROTTEN AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Mar 27, 2020 Suspension 186,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME CORROSION; TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER HAS HOLES IN IT, FRONT FRAME PORTION IS BADLY ROTTEN AND CRACKING. FRONT FRAME CRADLES SUSPENSION HAS RUST HOLES AND STEERING SUPPORTS ARE ROTTEN AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Mar 27, 2020 Unknown Or Other 186,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME CORROSION; TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER HAS HOLES IN IT, FRONT FRAME PORTION IS BADLY ROTTEN AND CRACKING. FRONT FRAME CRADLES SUSPENSION HAS RUST HOLES AND STEERING SUPPORTS ARE ROTTEN AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Mar 27, 2020 Steering 186,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME CORROSION; TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER HAS HOLES IN IT, FRONT FRAME PORTION IS BADLY ROTTEN AND CRACKING. FRONT FRAME CRADLES SUSPENSION HAS RUST HOLES AND STEERING SUPPORTS ARE ROTTEN AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Mar 27, 2020 Suspension 186,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME CORROSION; TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER HAS HOLES IN IT, FRONT FRAME PORTION IS BADLY ROTTEN AND CRACKING. FRONT FRAME CRADLES SUSPENSION HAS RUST HOLES AND STEERING SUPPORTS ARE ROTTEN AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Mar 27, 2020 Unknown Or Other 186,000 mi

SEVERE FRAME CORROSION; TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER HAS HOLES IN IT, FRONT FRAME PORTION IS BADLY ROTTEN AND CRACKING. FRONT FRAME CRADLES SUSPENSION HAS RUST HOLES AND STEERING SUPPORTS ARE ROTTEN AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

May 28, 2019 Air Bags Crash 124,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS IN A MAJOR SIDE IMPACT ON A HIGHWAY WITH 50+ MPH AND NO AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED IN THE COLLISION. DRIVER WAS INJURED AND TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL VIA AMBULANCE. UNSURE IF THIS IS RELATED TO TAKATA INFLATORS OR NOT. VIN SHOWS NO RECALL NOTICE AT TIME OF ACCIDENT. VEHICLE WAS STRUCK HARD ENOUGH...

May 28, 2019 Air Bags Crash 124,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS IN A MAJOR SIDE IMPACT ON A HIGHWAY WITH 50+ MPH AND NO AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED IN THE COLLISION. DRIVER WAS INJURED AND TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL VIA AMBULANCE. UNSURE IF THIS IS RELATED TO TAKATA INFLATORS OR NOT. VIN SHOWS NO RECALL NOTICE AT TIME OF ACCIDENT. VEHICLE WAS STRUCK HARD ENOUGH...

Apr 25, 2019 Electrical System 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, A HIGH PITCHED AUDIBLE ALARM SOUNDED AND THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE SENSORS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED AND THE PEDAL TRAVELED TO ...

Apr 25, 2019 Service Brakes 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, A HIGH PITCHED AUDIBLE ALARM SOUNDED AND THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE SENSORS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED AND THE PEDAL TRAVELED TO ...

Apr 25, 2019 Electrical System 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, A HIGH PITCHED AUDIBLE ALARM SOUNDED AND THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE SENSORS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED AND THE PEDAL TRAVELED TO ...

Apr 25, 2019 Service Brakes 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, A HIGH PITCHED AUDIBLE ALARM SOUNDED AND THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE SENSORS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED AND THE PEDAL TRAVELED TO ...

Mar 27, 2019 Structure 130,000 mi

VERY WELL TAKEN CARE OF AND FRAME IS RUSTING THRU IN MULTIPLE SPOTS ALREADY

Mar 27, 2019 Structure 130,000 mi

VERY WELL TAKEN CARE OF AND FRAME IS RUSTING THRU IN MULTIPLE SPOTS ALREADY

Mar 3, 2019 Structure

VERY RUSTY FRAME. RADIATOR MOUNT RUSTED OUT AND ALSO CROSSMEMBERS.

Mar 3, 2019 Structure

VERY RUSTY FRAME. RADIATOR MOUNT RUSTED OUT AND ALSO CROSSMEMBERS.

Feb 13, 2019 Structure 138,000 mi

MY REAR WINDOW SHATTERED AFTER USING THE DEFROSTER. ONCE I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AFTER PARKING IT IN MY JOB'S GARAGE IT BUSTED ON IT'S OWN. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY 4TH GENERATION 4RUNNER OWNERS BUT TOYOTA WON'T RECALL OR EXTEND THE WARRANTY FOR THIS ISSUE ANY LONGER. NOW I HAVE TO EIT...

Feb 13, 2019 Electrical System 138,000 mi

MY REAR WINDOW SHATTERED AFTER USING THE DEFROSTER. ONCE I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AFTER PARKING IT IN MY JOB'S GARAGE IT BUSTED ON IT'S OWN. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY 4TH GENERATION 4RUNNER OWNERS BUT TOYOTA WON'T RECALL OR EXTEND THE WARRANTY FOR THIS ISSUE ANY LONGER. NOW I HAVE TO EIT...

Feb 13, 2019 Visibility/wiper 138,000 mi

MY REAR WINDOW SHATTERED AFTER USING THE DEFROSTER. ONCE I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AFTER PARKING IT IN MY JOB'S GARAGE IT BUSTED ON IT'S OWN. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY 4TH GENERATION 4RUNNER OWNERS BUT TOYOTA WON'T RECALL OR EXTEND THE WARRANTY FOR THIS ISSUE ANY LONGER. NOW I HAVE TO EIT...

Feb 13, 2019 Structure 138,000 mi

MY REAR WINDOW SHATTERED AFTER USING THE DEFROSTER. ONCE I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AFTER PARKING IT IN MY JOB'S GARAGE IT BUSTED ON IT'S OWN. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY 4TH GENERATION 4RUNNER OWNERS BUT TOYOTA WON'T RECALL OR EXTEND THE WARRANTY FOR THIS ISSUE ANY LONGER. NOW I HAVE TO EIT...

Feb 13, 2019 Electrical System 138,000 mi

MY REAR WINDOW SHATTERED AFTER USING THE DEFROSTER. ONCE I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AFTER PARKING IT IN MY JOB'S GARAGE IT BUSTED ON IT'S OWN. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY 4TH GENERATION 4RUNNER OWNERS BUT TOYOTA WON'T RECALL OR EXTEND THE WARRANTY FOR THIS ISSUE ANY LONGER. NOW I HAVE TO EIT...

Feb 13, 2019 Visibility/wiper 138,000 mi

MY REAR WINDOW SHATTERED AFTER USING THE DEFROSTER. ONCE I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AFTER PARKING IT IN MY JOB'S GARAGE IT BUSTED ON IT'S OWN. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY 4TH GENERATION 4RUNNER OWNERS BUT TOYOTA WON'T RECALL OR EXTEND THE WARRANTY FOR THIS ISSUE ANY LONGER. NOW I HAVE TO EIT...

Jan 26, 2019 Structure 77,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2007 4RUNNER AND FOUND A-LOT OF RUST ON THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF MY FAVORITE VEHICLE. IT SPREADS EVERYWHERE; INCLUDING THE ENGINE BAY. NOT ONLY DOES IT COMPROMISE THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE BUT IT SHORTENS THE LIFE ALSO. I WANTED TO BUY A NEW 4RUNNER THIS YEAR BUT AFTER LEARNING OF THE...

Jan 26, 2019 Power Train 77,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2007 4RUNNER AND FOUND A-LOT OF RUST ON THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF MY FAVORITE VEHICLE. IT SPREADS EVERYWHERE; INCLUDING THE ENGINE BAY. NOT ONLY DOES IT COMPROMISE THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE BUT IT SHORTENS THE LIFE ALSO. I WANTED TO BUY A NEW 4RUNNER THIS YEAR BUT AFTER LEARNING OF THE...

Jan 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 77,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2007 4RUNNER AND FOUND A-LOT OF RUST ON THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF MY FAVORITE VEHICLE. IT SPREADS EVERYWHERE; INCLUDING THE ENGINE BAY. NOT ONLY DOES IT COMPROMISE THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE BUT IT SHORTENS THE LIFE ALSO. I WANTED TO BUY A NEW 4RUNNER THIS YEAR BUT AFTER LEARNING OF THE...

Jan 26, 2019 Structure 77,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2007 4RUNNER AND FOUND A-LOT OF RUST ON THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF MY FAVORITE VEHICLE. IT SPREADS EVERYWHERE; INCLUDING THE ENGINE BAY. NOT ONLY DOES IT COMPROMISE THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE BUT IT SHORTENS THE LIFE ALSO. I WANTED TO BUY A NEW 4RUNNER THIS YEAR BUT AFTER LEARNING OF THE...

Jan 26, 2019 Power Train 77,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2007 4RUNNER AND FOUND A-LOT OF RUST ON THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF MY FAVORITE VEHICLE. IT SPREADS EVERYWHERE; INCLUDING THE ENGINE BAY. NOT ONLY DOES IT COMPROMISE THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE BUT IT SHORTENS THE LIFE ALSO. I WANTED TO BUY A NEW 4RUNNER THIS YEAR BUT AFTER LEARNING OF THE...

Jan 26, 2019 Unknown Or Other 77,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY 2007 4RUNNER AND FOUND A-LOT OF RUST ON THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF MY FAVORITE VEHICLE. IT SPREADS EVERYWHERE; INCLUDING THE ENGINE BAY. NOT ONLY DOES IT COMPROMISE THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE BUT IT SHORTENS THE LIFE ALSO. I WANTED TO BUY A NEW 4RUNNER THIS YEAR BUT AFTER LEARNING OF THE...

Jan 25, 2019 Visibility Fire 216,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHEN THE REAR DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR WINDOW FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HAMER TOYOTA (11041 SEPULVEDA BLVD, MISSION HILLS, CA 91345, 818-365-9621) WHERE BURNT WIRES WERE FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF T...

Jan 25, 2019 Electrical System Fire 216,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHEN THE REAR DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR WINDOW FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HAMER TOYOTA (11041 SEPULVEDA BLVD, MISSION HILLS, CA 91345, 818-365-9621) WHERE BURNT WIRES WERE FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF T...

Jan 25, 2019 Visibility Fire 216,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHEN THE REAR DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR WINDOW FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HAMER TOYOTA (11041 SEPULVEDA BLVD, MISSION HILLS, CA 91345, 818-365-9621) WHERE BURNT WIRES WERE FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF T...

Jan 25, 2019 Electrical System Fire 216,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHEN THE REAR DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR WINDOW FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HAMER TOYOTA (11041 SEPULVEDA BLVD, MISSION HILLS, CA 91345, 818-365-9621) WHERE BURNT WIRES WERE FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF T...

Jan 22, 2019 Structure

THERE IS LOT OF RUST ON THE FRAME AND TOYOTA IS NOT GOING TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT.

Jan 22, 2019 Structure

THERE IS LOT OF RUST ON THE FRAME AND TOYOTA IS NOT GOING TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT.

Jan 2, 2019 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON DEC. 24TH, 2018, TURNED ON MY REAR DEFROSTER ON, AND WITHIN MINUTES MY REAR WINDOW EXPLODED. THE COMPANY, SAFELITE, TOLD ME THAT THE DEFROSTER LOOKED LIKE IT SHORTED OUT AND CAUSED THE DAMAGE. ATTACHED IS A PICTURE OF THE DEFROSTER WIRES.

Jan 2, 2019 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON DEC. 24TH, 2018, TURNED ON MY REAR DEFROSTER ON, AND WITHIN MINUTES MY REAR WINDOW EXPLODED. THE COMPANY, SAFELITE, TOLD ME THAT THE DEFROSTER LOOKED LIKE IT SHORTED OUT AND CAUSED THE DAMAGE. ATTACHED IS A PICTURE OF THE DEFROSTER WIRES.

Dec 31, 2018 Structure

NOTICED RUST ON FRAME FEW YEARS AGO BUT THE DEALER SAID TOYOTA WILL NOT DO A ANYTHING. IF TACOMA IS BEING RECALLED, 4 RUNNER SHOULD BE SINCE IT IS BUILD ON THE SAME FRAME. *DT*JB

Dec 31, 2018 Structure

NOTICED RUST ON FRAME FEW YEARS AGO BUT THE DEALER SAID TOYOTA WILL NOT DO A ANYTHING. IF TACOMA IS BEING RECALLED, 4 RUNNER SHOULD BE SINCE IT IS BUILD ON THE SAME FRAME. *DT*JB

Dec 26, 2018 Unknown Or Other 121,587 mi

THE FRAME IS RUSTED OUT. MY MECHANIC SAID IT WILL NOT BE INSPECTABLE.

Dec 26, 2018 Unknown Or Other 121,587 mi

THE FRAME IS RUSTED OUT. MY MECHANIC SAID IT WILL NOT BE INSPECTABLE.

Oct 4, 2018 Structure 124,000 mi

FRAME IS VERY RUSTY. REPLACING SEVERAL STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS. THE METAL IS VERY THIN AND RUSTY RIGHT UNDER THE RADIATOR TO THE POINT WHERE THERE IS NOW A HOLE IN IT AND MAY COLLAPSE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Oct 4, 2018 Steering 124,000 mi

FRAME IS VERY RUSTY. REPLACING SEVERAL STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS. THE METAL IS VERY THIN AND RUSTY RIGHT UNDER THE RADIATOR TO THE POINT WHERE THERE IS NOW A HOLE IN IT AND MAY COLLAPSE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Oct 4, 2018 Suspension 124,000 mi

FRAME IS VERY RUSTY. REPLACING SEVERAL STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS. THE METAL IS VERY THIN AND RUSTY RIGHT UNDER THE RADIATOR TO THE POINT WHERE THERE IS NOW A HOLE IN IT AND MAY COLLAPSE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Oct 4, 2018 Structure 124,000 mi

FRAME IS VERY RUSTY. REPLACING SEVERAL STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS. THE METAL IS VERY THIN AND RUSTY RIGHT UNDER THE RADIATOR TO THE POINT WHERE THERE IS NOW A HOLE IN IT AND MAY COLLAPSE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Oct 4, 2018 Steering 124,000 mi

FRAME IS VERY RUSTY. REPLACING SEVERAL STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS. THE METAL IS VERY THIN AND RUSTY RIGHT UNDER THE RADIATOR TO THE POINT WHERE THERE IS NOW A HOLE IN IT AND MAY COLLAPSE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Oct 4, 2018 Suspension 124,000 mi

FRAME IS VERY RUSTY. REPLACING SEVERAL STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS. THE METAL IS VERY THIN AND RUSTY RIGHT UNDER THE RADIATOR TO THE POINT WHERE THERE IS NOW A HOLE IN IT AND MAY COLLAPSE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Sep 18, 2018 Visibility/wiper 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. AFTER THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR HATCH GLASS EXPLODED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED ON APRIL 30, 2018. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY KALISPELL TOYOTA (LOCATED AT 2845 U.S. 93 S, KALISPELL, MT 59901, (406) 7...

Sep 18, 2018 Visibility 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. AFTER THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR HATCH GLASS EXPLODED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED ON APRIL 30, 2018. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY KALISPELL TOYOTA (LOCATED AT 2845 U.S. 93 S, KALISPELL, MT 59901, (406) 7...

Sep 18, 2018 Visibility/wiper 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. AFTER THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR HATCH GLASS EXPLODED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED ON APRIL 30, 2018. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY KALISPELL TOYOTA (LOCATED AT 2845 U.S. 93 S, KALISPELL, MT 59901, (406) 7...

Sep 18, 2018 Visibility 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. AFTER THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR HATCH GLASS EXPLODED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED ON APRIL 30, 2018. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY KALISPELL TOYOTA (LOCATED AT 2845 U.S. 93 S, KALISPELL, MT 59901, (406) 7...

Sep 14, 2018 Structure 100,000 mi

THE WHOLE AREA OF EXPOSED STEEL HAS BEEN SO CORRODED WITH RUST THAT I ACNNOT EVEN REMOVE BOLTS TO SERVICE SEVERAL OF THE KEY COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FRAME, CROSS MEMBERS, SUSPENSION ETC. ARE ALSO AFFECTED IN THIS WAY.I'M NO EXPERT BUT IT IS PROGRESSIVELY BECOMING MORE AND MORE UNSA...

Sep 14, 2018 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

THE WHOLE AREA OF EXPOSED STEEL HAS BEEN SO CORRODED WITH RUST THAT I ACNNOT EVEN REMOVE BOLTS TO SERVICE SEVERAL OF THE KEY COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FRAME, CROSS MEMBERS, SUSPENSION ETC. ARE ALSO AFFECTED IN THIS WAY.I'M NO EXPERT BUT IT IS PROGRESSIVELY BECOMING MORE AND MORE UNSA...

Sep 14, 2018 Engine 100,000 mi

THE WHOLE AREA OF EXPOSED STEEL HAS BEEN SO CORRODED WITH RUST THAT I ACNNOT EVEN REMOVE BOLTS TO SERVICE SEVERAL OF THE KEY COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FRAME, CROSS MEMBERS, SUSPENSION ETC. ARE ALSO AFFECTED IN THIS WAY.I'M NO EXPERT BUT IT IS PROGRESSIVELY BECOMING MORE AND MORE UNSA...

Sep 14, 2018 Structure 100,000 mi

THE WHOLE AREA OF EXPOSED STEEL HAS BEEN SO CORRODED WITH RUST THAT I ACNNOT EVEN REMOVE BOLTS TO SERVICE SEVERAL OF THE KEY COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FRAME, CROSS MEMBERS, SUSPENSION ETC. ARE ALSO AFFECTED IN THIS WAY.I'M NO EXPERT BUT IT IS PROGRESSIVELY BECOMING MORE AND MORE UNSA...

Sep 14, 2018 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

THE WHOLE AREA OF EXPOSED STEEL HAS BEEN SO CORRODED WITH RUST THAT I ACNNOT EVEN REMOVE BOLTS TO SERVICE SEVERAL OF THE KEY COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FRAME, CROSS MEMBERS, SUSPENSION ETC. ARE ALSO AFFECTED IN THIS WAY.I'M NO EXPERT BUT IT IS PROGRESSIVELY BECOMING MORE AND MORE UNSA...

Sep 14, 2018 Engine 100,000 mi

THE WHOLE AREA OF EXPOSED STEEL HAS BEEN SO CORRODED WITH RUST THAT I ACNNOT EVEN REMOVE BOLTS TO SERVICE SEVERAL OF THE KEY COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FRAME, CROSS MEMBERS, SUSPENSION ETC. ARE ALSO AFFECTED IN THIS WAY.I'M NO EXPERT BUT IT IS PROGRESSIVELY BECOMING MORE AND MORE UNSA...

Sep 13, 2018 Engine 153,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE AND VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED PERIODICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEEGER TOYOTA (12833 OLIVE BLVD, ST. LOUIS, MO 63141, (314) 434-5000) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR PUMP, VAL...

Sep 13, 2018 Engine 153,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE AND VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED PERIODICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEEGER TOYOTA (12833 OLIVE BLVD, ST. LOUIS, MO 63141, (314) 434-5000) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR PUMP, VAL...

Sep 12, 2018 Structure 85,000 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS EXTREMELY CORRODED TO THE POINT WHERE REPLACING NECESSARY ITEMS SUCH AS SHOCKS/STRUTS/STEERING COMPONENTS IS NOT POSSIBLE WITHOUT IRREPARABLE DAMAGE. FACTORY WELDS AT CRITICAL POINTS OF THE FRAME STRUCTURE ARE STARTING TO FAIL AND CAUSING SAFETY CONCERNS. THIS VEHICLE IS REGULARLY...

Sep 12, 2018 Service Brakes 85,000 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS EXTREMELY CORRODED TO THE POINT WHERE REPLACING NECESSARY ITEMS SUCH AS SHOCKS/STRUTS/STEERING COMPONENTS IS NOT POSSIBLE WITHOUT IRREPARABLE DAMAGE. FACTORY WELDS AT CRITICAL POINTS OF THE FRAME STRUCTURE ARE STARTING TO FAIL AND CAUSING SAFETY CONCERNS. THIS VEHICLE IS REGULARLY...

Sep 12, 2018 Suspension 85,000 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS EXTREMELY CORRODED TO THE POINT WHERE REPLACING NECESSARY ITEMS SUCH AS SHOCKS/STRUTS/STEERING COMPONENTS IS NOT POSSIBLE WITHOUT IRREPARABLE DAMAGE. FACTORY WELDS AT CRITICAL POINTS OF THE FRAME STRUCTURE ARE STARTING TO FAIL AND CAUSING SAFETY CONCERNS. THIS VEHICLE IS REGULARLY...

Sep 12, 2018 Structure 85,000 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS EXTREMELY CORRODED TO THE POINT WHERE REPLACING NECESSARY ITEMS SUCH AS SHOCKS/STRUTS/STEERING COMPONENTS IS NOT POSSIBLE WITHOUT IRREPARABLE DAMAGE. FACTORY WELDS AT CRITICAL POINTS OF THE FRAME STRUCTURE ARE STARTING TO FAIL AND CAUSING SAFETY CONCERNS. THIS VEHICLE IS REGULARLY...

Sep 12, 2018 Service Brakes 85,000 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS EXTREMELY CORRODED TO THE POINT WHERE REPLACING NECESSARY ITEMS SUCH AS SHOCKS/STRUTS/STEERING COMPONENTS IS NOT POSSIBLE WITHOUT IRREPARABLE DAMAGE. FACTORY WELDS AT CRITICAL POINTS OF THE FRAME STRUCTURE ARE STARTING TO FAIL AND CAUSING SAFETY CONCERNS. THIS VEHICLE IS REGULARLY...

Sep 12, 2018 Suspension 85,000 mi

VEHICLE FRAME IS EXTREMELY CORRODED TO THE POINT WHERE REPLACING NECESSARY ITEMS SUCH AS SHOCKS/STRUTS/STEERING COMPONENTS IS NOT POSSIBLE WITHOUT IRREPARABLE DAMAGE. FACTORY WELDS AT CRITICAL POINTS OF THE FRAME STRUCTURE ARE STARTING TO FAIL AND CAUSING SAFETY CONCERNS. THIS VEHICLE IS REGULARLY...

Aug 22, 2018 Suspension 84,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING LARGE AMOUNTS OF RUST WHICH MAY LEAD TO STRUCTURAL DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE DEGRADATION OF INTEGRITY AND SUSPENSION PERFORMANCE.

Aug 22, 2018 Unknown Or Other 84,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING LARGE AMOUNTS OF RUST WHICH MAY LEAD TO STRUCTURAL DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE DEGRADATION OF INTEGRITY AND SUSPENSION PERFORMANCE.

Aug 22, 2018 Suspension 84,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING LARGE AMOUNTS OF RUST WHICH MAY LEAD TO STRUCTURAL DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE DEGRADATION OF INTEGRITY AND SUSPENSION PERFORMANCE.

Aug 22, 2018 Unknown Or Other 84,000 mi

THE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING LARGE AMOUNTS OF RUST WHICH MAY LEAD TO STRUCTURAL DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE DEGRADATION OF INTEGRITY AND SUSPENSION PERFORMANCE.

Jul 27, 2018 Unknown Or Other

TAKATA RECALL: THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER AND PASSAGE DON'T STAY UP ANY MORE. KEEP FALLING.

Jul 27, 2018 Unknown Or Other

TAKATA RECALL: THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER AND PASSAGE DON'T STAY UP ANY MORE. KEEP FALLING.

Jun 25, 2018 Service Brakes 126,000 mi

WHEN I AM DRIVING ON A BUMPY UNLEVEL STREET AND STEPPING ON THE BRAKE PADDLE TO SLOW DOWN THE BRAKES GIVE OUT AND THEN CATCH AGAIN, I FIND THIS TO BE VERY DANGEROUS AND MIGHT EVEN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT ESPECIALLY IF THERE IS ANOTHER CAR TO MY FRONT, THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME QUITE A FEW TIMES. THE BRAKE ...

Jun 25, 2018 Service Brakes 126,000 mi

WHEN I AM DRIVING ON A BUMPY UNLEVEL STREET AND STEPPING ON THE BRAKE PADDLE TO SLOW DOWN THE BRAKES GIVE OUT AND THEN CATCH AGAIN, I FIND THIS TO BE VERY DANGEROUS AND MIGHT EVEN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT ESPECIALLY IF THERE IS ANOTHER CAR TO MY FRONT, THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME QUITE A FEW TIMES. THE BRAKE ...

Jun 9, 2018 Service Brakes

COMPLETE AND PERMANENT DAMAGE OF ABS AND BRAKE MODULE IAN'S RESULTS IN NO BRAKES WHILE RUNNING THE CAR.

Jun 9, 2018 Service Brakes

COMPLETE AND PERMANENT DAMAGE OF ABS AND BRAKE MODULE IAN'S RESULTS IN NO BRAKES WHILE RUNNING THE CAR.

May 5, 2018 Service Brakes 113,835 mi

"I AM REQUESTING THAT DOT NHTSA INVESTIGATE THE DRIVER'S CONTRIBUTION TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION (UA) AND TOYOTA'S ACCELERATOR/BRAKE PEDAL DESIGNS THAT MAKE IT POSSIBLE. I WAS DRIVING MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET OF MY COMMUNITY. MY SPEED WAS LESS THAN 30MPH AND IT ACCELERATED SUDDE...

May 5, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 113,835 mi

"I AM REQUESTING THAT DOT NHTSA INVESTIGATE THE DRIVER'S CONTRIBUTION TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION (UA) AND TOYOTA'S ACCELERATOR/BRAKE PEDAL DESIGNS THAT MAKE IT POSSIBLE. I WAS DRIVING MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET OF MY COMMUNITY. MY SPEED WAS LESS THAN 30MPH AND IT ACCELERATED SUDDE...

May 5, 2018 Service Brakes 113,835 mi

"I AM REQUESTING THAT DOT NHTSA INVESTIGATE THE DRIVER'S CONTRIBUTION TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION (UA) AND TOYOTA'S ACCELERATOR/BRAKE PEDAL DESIGNS THAT MAKE IT POSSIBLE. I WAS DRIVING MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET OF MY COMMUNITY. MY SPEED WAS LESS THAN 30MPH AND IT ACCELERATED SUDDE...

May 5, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 113,835 mi

"I AM REQUESTING THAT DOT NHTSA INVESTIGATE THE DRIVER'S CONTRIBUTION TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION (UA) AND TOYOTA'S ACCELERATOR/BRAKE PEDAL DESIGNS THAT MAKE IT POSSIBLE. I WAS DRIVING MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET OF MY COMMUNITY. MY SPEED WAS LESS THAN 30MPH AND IT ACCELERATED SUDDE...

Apr 5, 2018 Structure 154,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR AND LOST CONTROL OF STEERING AND HEARD LOUD NOISE. I HAD NO CONTROL OF STEERING AND THE CAR CROSSED LANES LUCKILY MISSING OTHER VEHICLES. IT STOPPED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND A BODY SHOP HAPPENED TO WITNESS THE WHOLE THING. HE TRIED TO DRIVE IT INTO HIS SHOP...

Apr 5, 2018 Structure 154,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR AND LOST CONTROL OF STEERING AND HEARD LOUD NOISE. I HAD NO CONTROL OF STEERING AND THE CAR CROSSED LANES LUCKILY MISSING OTHER VEHICLES. IT STOPPED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND A BODY SHOP HAPPENED TO WITNESS THE WHOLE THING. HE TRIED TO DRIVE IT INTO HIS SHOP...

Feb 22, 2018 Steering 143,312 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY STEERING MY WHEEL SUDDENLY BECAME STIFF WHERE I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL RESISTANCE TO TURN RIGHT. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT AND HAD THEM FLUSH THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND PUT IN NEW FLUID AS WELL AS CHECK FOR ANY POSSIBLE LEAKS - NONE WERE FOUND. THIS REOCC...

Feb 22, 2018 Steering 143,312 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY STEERING MY WHEEL SUDDENLY BECAME STIFF WHERE I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL RESISTANCE TO TURN RIGHT. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT AND HAD THEM FLUSH THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND PUT IN NEW FLUID AS WELL AS CHECK FOR ANY POSSIBLE LEAKS - NONE WERE FOUND. THIS REOCC...

Feb 21, 2018 Unknown Or Other

CPSC:SECURED MY TWO CHILDREN INTO THE MIDDLE SEATS OF MY 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, SECURED MYSELF INTO THE DRIVER SEAT, AND LEFT MY RESIDENCE. LESS THAN 2 MILES INTO THE DRIVE, I SMELLED A BURNING SMELL, NOT A SMOKY SMELL, BUT AN INTENSE BURNING AROMA.*DT THE CONSUMER STATED THE GLASS WINDOW EXPLO...

Feb 21, 2018 Visibility

CPSC:SECURED MY TWO CHILDREN INTO THE MIDDLE SEATS OF MY 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, SECURED MYSELF INTO THE DRIVER SEAT, AND LEFT MY RESIDENCE. LESS THAN 2 MILES INTO THE DRIVE, I SMELLED A BURNING SMELL, NOT A SMOKY SMELL, BUT AN INTENSE BURNING AROMA.*DT THE CONSUMER STATED THE GLASS WINDOW EXPLO...

Feb 21, 2018 Unknown Or Other

CPSC:SECURED MY TWO CHILDREN INTO THE MIDDLE SEATS OF MY 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, SECURED MYSELF INTO THE DRIVER SEAT, AND LEFT MY RESIDENCE. LESS THAN 2 MILES INTO THE DRIVE, I SMELLED A BURNING SMELL, NOT A SMOKY SMELL, BUT AN INTENSE BURNING AROMA.*DT THE CONSUMER STATED THE GLASS WINDOW EXPLO...

Feb 21, 2018 Visibility

CPSC:SECURED MY TWO CHILDREN INTO THE MIDDLE SEATS OF MY 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, SECURED MYSELF INTO THE DRIVER SEAT, AND LEFT MY RESIDENCE. LESS THAN 2 MILES INTO THE DRIVE, I SMELLED A BURNING SMELL, NOT A SMOKY SMELL, BUT AN INTENSE BURNING AROMA.*DT THE CONSUMER STATED THE GLASS WINDOW EXPLO...

Oct 6, 2017 Visibility/wiper Fire 130,989 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED AN ABNORMAL BURNING ODOR. IN ADDITION, THE REAR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED. THERE WERE NO SMOKE OR FLAMES PRESENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTU...

Oct 6, 2017 Visibility/wiper Fire 130,989 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED AN ABNORMAL BURNING ODOR. IN ADDITION, THE REAR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED. THERE WERE NO SMOKE OR FLAMES PRESENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTU...

Apr 12, 2017 Engine

EXHAUST MANIFOLDS ON THE 4.7 V8 CRACK WHERE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER IS WELDED TO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD,CAUSING EXHAUST LEAKS. THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR FOR THE OWNER OF THE VEHICLE.

Apr 12, 2017 Engine

EXHAUST MANIFOLDS ON THE 4.7 V8 CRACK WHERE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER IS WELDED TO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD,CAUSING EXHAUST LEAKS. THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR FOR THE OWNER OF THE VEHICLE.

Apr 3, 2017 Suspension

MAKING NOISE

Apr 3, 2017 Suspension

MAKING NOISE

Mar 24, 2017 Suspension

IT'S BEEN CLOSE TO A YEAR SINCE MY NAME WAS PUT ON A LIST TO HAVE THE LEAF SPRINGS INSPECTED,CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TODAY AND STILL HAVE FOUR MORE MONTHS TO WAIT.THE PERSON THAT I TALKED TO SAID THEY ARE NOT GETTING THE PARTS FAST ENOUGH.THEY ARE DOING ABOUT 12 CARS A MONTH.FOR A RECALL THIS IS NOT R...

Mar 24, 2017 Suspension

IT'S BEEN CLOSE TO A YEAR SINCE MY NAME WAS PUT ON A LIST TO HAVE THE LEAF SPRINGS INSPECTED,CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TODAY AND STILL HAVE FOUR MORE MONTHS TO WAIT.THE PERSON THAT I TALKED TO SAID THEY ARE NOT GETTING THE PARTS FAST ENOUGH.THEY ARE DOING ABOUT 12 CARS A MONTH.FOR A RECALL THIS IS NOT R...

Feb 11, 2017 Service Brakes

ACTUATOR/ACCUMULATOR/MASTERCYLINDER SQUEAK/SQUEAL

Feb 11, 2017 Service Brakes

ACTUATOR/ACCUMULATOR/MASTERCYLINDER SQUEAK/SQUEAL

Dec 23, 2016 Electrical System 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO RODENTS EATING THE INSULATION ON THE WIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE INSULATION ON THE WIRES WERE MADE OF RICE HULLS AND ATTRACTED RODENTS. THE WI...

Dec 23, 2016 Electrical System 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO RODENTS EATING THE INSULATION ON THE WIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE INSULATION ON THE WIRES WERE MADE OF RICE HULLS AND ATTRACTED RODENTS. THE WI...

Dec 6, 2016 Steering

VERY HARD STEERING STIFF STEERING WHEEL TO THE POINT THE WHEEL WAS LOCKING UP

Dec 6, 2016 Steering

VERY HARD STEERING STIFF STEERING WHEEL TO THE POINT THE WHEEL WAS LOCKING UP

Nov 10, 2016 Structure 48,000 mi

THE HATCH LATCH HAS MELTED AND PRESENTS PROBLEMS IN UNLATCHING. THE DEALER DENIES THIS IS A PROBLEM. ESPECIALLY IN COOLER WEATHER, I AM OFTEN NOT ABLE TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH. MY RESEARCH INDICATES THAT MANY OWNERS OF THIS MODEL EXPERIENCE THE SAME ISSUES. THERE IS SOME CONCERN THAT THE CAUSE IS ...

Nov 10, 2016 Structure 48,000 mi

THE HATCH LATCH HAS MELTED AND PRESENTS PROBLEMS IN UNLATCHING. THE DEALER DENIES THIS IS A PROBLEM. ESPECIALLY IN COOLER WEATHER, I AM OFTEN NOT ABLE TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH. MY RESEARCH INDICATES THAT MANY OWNERS OF THIS MODEL EXPERIENCE THE SAME ISSUES. THERE IS SOME CONCERN THAT THE CAUSE IS ...

Oct 20, 2016 Visibility 133,376 mi

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACCIDENTALLY TURNED ON (RIGHT ADVICE CUP HOLDER) CAUSING REAR WINDOW TO SHATTER WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS STATIONARY AT A LIGHT AT THE TIME. *TR

Oct 20, 2016 Visibility 133,376 mi

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACCIDENTALLY TURNED ON (RIGHT ADVICE CUP HOLDER) CAUSING REAR WINDOW TO SHATTER WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS STATIONARY AT A LIGHT AT THE TIME. *TR

Oct 20, 2016 Structure 133,376 mi

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACCIDENTALLY TURNED ON (RIGHT ADVICE CUP HOLDER) CAUSING REAR WINDOW TO SHATTER WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS STATIONARY AT A LIGHT AT THE TIME. *TR

Oct 20, 2016 Visibility 133,376 mi

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACCIDENTALLY TURNED ON (RIGHT ADVICE CUP HOLDER) CAUSING REAR WINDOW TO SHATTER WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS STATIONARY AT A LIGHT AT THE TIME. *TR

Oct 20, 2016 Visibility 133,376 mi

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACCIDENTALLY TURNED ON (RIGHT ADVICE CUP HOLDER) CAUSING REAR WINDOW TO SHATTER WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS STATIONARY AT A LIGHT AT THE TIME. *TR

Oct 20, 2016 Structure 133,376 mi

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACCIDENTALLY TURNED ON (RIGHT ADVICE CUP HOLDER) CAUSING REAR WINDOW TO SHATTER WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS STATIONARY AT A LIGHT AT THE TIME. *TR

Oct 4, 2016 Structure

BACK DOOR LATCH HAS BECOME A STICKY MESS. WHEN OPENING, A TAR LIKE SUBSTANCE GETS ALL OVER YOUR FINGERS.

Oct 4, 2016 Structure

BACK DOOR LATCH HAS BECOME A STICKY MESS. WHEN OPENING, A TAR LIKE SUBSTANCE GETS ALL OVER YOUR FINGERS.

Aug 15, 2016 Air Bags 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST, WHICH LOCATED A FAILURE CODE AT THE COMPUTER SOFTWARE. THE MECHANIC DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY AND ATTEM...

Aug 15, 2016 Air Bags 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST, WHICH LOCATED A FAILURE CODE AT THE COMPUTER SOFTWARE. THE MECHANIC DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY AND ATTEM...

May 22, 2016 Structure 160,000 mi

SEVERE RUST PROBLEM ON THE FRAME/HITCH/REAR HATCH. WE WERE ADVISED NOT TO USE THE REAR HITCH DUE TO THE RUST AND THAT IT COULD COME LOOSE WHEN TOWING..

May 22, 2016 Suspension 160,000 mi

SEVERE RUST PROBLEM ON THE FRAME/HITCH/REAR HATCH. WE WERE ADVISED NOT TO USE THE REAR HITCH DUE TO THE RUST AND THAT IT COULD COME LOOSE WHEN TOWING..

May 22, 2016 Unknown Or Other 160,000 mi

SEVERE RUST PROBLEM ON THE FRAME/HITCH/REAR HATCH. WE WERE ADVISED NOT TO USE THE REAR HITCH DUE TO THE RUST AND THAT IT COULD COME LOOSE WHEN TOWING..

May 22, 2016 Structure 160,000 mi

SEVERE RUST PROBLEM ON THE FRAME/HITCH/REAR HATCH. WE WERE ADVISED NOT TO USE THE REAR HITCH DUE TO THE RUST AND THAT IT COULD COME LOOSE WHEN TOWING..

May 22, 2016 Suspension 160,000 mi

SEVERE RUST PROBLEM ON THE FRAME/HITCH/REAR HATCH. WE WERE ADVISED NOT TO USE THE REAR HITCH DUE TO THE RUST AND THAT IT COULD COME LOOSE WHEN TOWING..

May 22, 2016 Unknown Or Other 160,000 mi

SEVERE RUST PROBLEM ON THE FRAME/HITCH/REAR HATCH. WE WERE ADVISED NOT TO USE THE REAR HITCH DUE TO THE RUST AND THAT IT COULD COME LOOSE WHEN TOWING..

May 14, 2016 Air Bags Crash 208,213 mi

MY SUV WAS HIT ON THE SIDE ON THE STOP SIGH BUT I LOST CONTROL OF THE VIHICLE AND I HIT A LIGHT POLE THE SUV FRONT WAS DAMAGE THE SUV WAS TOTAL LOSS. THE AIR BAG DO NOT DEPLOYED.

May 14, 2016 Air Bags Crash 208,213 mi

MY SUV WAS HIT ON THE SIDE ON THE STOP SIGH BUT I LOST CONTROL OF THE VIHICLE AND I HIT A LIGHT POLE THE SUV FRONT WAS DAMAGE THE SUV WAS TOTAL LOSS. THE AIR BAG DO NOT DEPLOYED.

May 11, 2016 Air Bags Crash 204,500 mi

COLLISION INVOLVING FRONT OF CAR AT 50 MPH (ON HIGHWAY) DID NOT ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG FOR FRONT IMPACT.

May 11, 2016 Air Bags Crash 204,500 mi

COLLISION INVOLVING FRONT OF CAR AT 50 MPH (ON HIGHWAY) DID NOT ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG FOR FRONT IMPACT.

Mar 13, 2016 Unknown Or Other 69,824 mi

MELTED BLACK BACK DOOR LIFT GATE RELEASE SWITCH. PART#84840-35010 DEALER SAID IT WAS SHORTED OUT THAT CAUSED IT TO MELT AND BECOME STICKY.

Mar 13, 2016 Unknown Or Other 69,824 mi

MELTED BLACK BACK DOOR LIFT GATE RELEASE SWITCH. PART#84840-35010 DEALER SAID IT WAS SHORTED OUT THAT CAUSED IT TO MELT AND BECOME STICKY.

Jan 15, 2016 Power Train 177,902 mi

I HAVE A TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 2007 4X4 V6 WITH ABOUT 90K AND SEEM TO HAVE DEVELOPED THE RUMBLE STRIP ISSUE AS WELL. I AM CURIOUS IF THE OP HAS GOTTEN ANY TRACTION ON GETTING ANYTHING FIGURED OUT. IT SEEMS LIKE IT MUST BE THE "LOCK UP" FEATURE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER IN 4TH AND 5TH GEARS. THE VIBRA...

Jan 15, 2016 Power Train 177,902 mi

I HAVE A TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 2007 4X4 V6 WITH ABOUT 90K AND SEEM TO HAVE DEVELOPED THE RUMBLE STRIP ISSUE AS WELL. I AM CURIOUS IF THE OP HAS GOTTEN ANY TRACTION ON GETTING ANYTHING FIGURED OUT. IT SEEMS LIKE IT MUST BE THE "LOCK UP" FEATURE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER IN 4TH AND 5TH GEARS. THE VIBRA...

Dec 27, 2015 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

THE RUBBER ON THE INSIDE THE TAILGATE HANDLE HAS MELTED AND ERODED. IT IS STICKY TO THE TOUCH AND CONSISTS OF A BLACK TAR-LIKE SUBSTANCE. YEAR ROUND THE HANDLE IS DIFFICULT TO LATCH. THIS IS AN OBVIOUSLY FAULTY PART, AND SHOULD BE REPLACED AS THE MANUFACTURER IS WELL AWARE OF THIS ISSUE. I HEARD THA...

Dec 27, 2015 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

THE RUBBER ON THE INSIDE THE TAILGATE HANDLE HAS MELTED AND ERODED. IT IS STICKY TO THE TOUCH AND CONSISTS OF A BLACK TAR-LIKE SUBSTANCE. YEAR ROUND THE HANDLE IS DIFFICULT TO LATCH. THIS IS AN OBVIOUSLY FAULTY PART, AND SHOULD BE REPLACED AS THE MANUFACTURER IS WELL AWARE OF THIS ISSUE. I HEARD THA...

Oct 5, 2015 Unknown Or Other 98,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A TOWN 2 LANE HIGHWAY, SPEED LIMIT 40, GOOG WEATHER, WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY TURNED TO THE LEFT AND MADE A LOUD BEEPING NOISE. I TURNED IT BACK TO GAIN CONTROL AND RETURN TO THE CORRECT LINE OF TRAVEL. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER WHERE SYSTEM TESTS WERE PERFORMED PER TOYOTA ...

Oct 5, 2015 Unknown Or Other 98,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A TOWN 2 LANE HIGHWAY, SPEED LIMIT 40, GOOG WEATHER, WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY TURNED TO THE LEFT AND MADE A LOUD BEEPING NOISE. I TURNED IT BACK TO GAIN CONTROL AND RETURN TO THE CORRECT LINE OF TRAVEL. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER WHERE SYSTEM TESTS WERE PERFORMED PER TOYOTA ...

Sep 24, 2015 Power Train 49,412 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILED TO ENGAGE WHEN PROMPTED AND THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL VACUUM ACTUATOR AND T-CA...

Sep 24, 2015 Power Train 49,412 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILED TO ENGAGE WHEN PROMPTED AND THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL VACUUM ACTUATOR AND T-CA...

Sep 3, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 98,000 mi

MY 2007 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER HAS A SERIOUS DRIVE SHAFT JOLT AND CLUNK THAT OCCURS WHENEVER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LURCH. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS AT APPROXIMATELY 6500 MILES IN MY SIX YEAR. TOYOTA HAS BEEN INFORMED OF THIS SEVERAL TIMES AND REFUSES TO TAKE ACTION. APPROXIMATEL...

Sep 3, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 98,000 mi

MY 2007 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER HAS A SERIOUS DRIVE SHAFT JOLT AND CLUNK THAT OCCURS WHENEVER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LURCH. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS AT APPROXIMATELY 6500 MILES IN MY SIX YEAR. TOYOTA HAS BEEN INFORMED OF THIS SEVERAL TIMES AND REFUSES TO TAKE ACTION. APPROXIMATEL...

Jul 13, 2015 Service Brakes 128,000 mi

THE BRAKING SYSTEM VIBRATES AND SQUEALS WHEN DRIVING AND BRAKING... TOLD THE ABS/MASTER CYLINDER SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT THE COST OF $3082.25. STARTED NOTICING PROBLEMS AT ABOUT 128000 MILES ON VEHICLE. DOESN'T SEEM RIGHT THAT THERE IS A MAJOR MALFUNCTION/REPAIR NEEDED WITH SUCH LOW MILEAGE

Jul 13, 2015 Service Brakes 128,000 mi

THE BRAKING SYSTEM VIBRATES AND SQUEALS WHEN DRIVING AND BRAKING... TOLD THE ABS/MASTER CYLINDER SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT THE COST OF $3082.25. STARTED NOTICING PROBLEMS AT ABOUT 128000 MILES ON VEHICLE. DOESN'T SEEM RIGHT THAT THERE IS A MAJOR MALFUNCTION/REPAIR NEEDED WITH SUCH LOW MILEAGE

Jun 8, 2015 Service Brakes 109,300 mi

THE DASHBOARD ALARM SOUNDED AND THE ABS, VSC, BRAKE, AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THIS WAS FOLLOWED BY COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. FULLY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. DEALER DIAGNOSED A FAILED MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY.

Jun 8, 2015 Service Brakes 109,300 mi

THE DASHBOARD ALARM SOUNDED AND THE ABS, VSC, BRAKE, AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THIS WAS FOLLOWED BY COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. FULLY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. DEALER DIAGNOSED A FAILED MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY.

Mar 5, 2015 Structure 20,000 mi

THE TAILGATE LATCH IS MADE FROM SOME RUBBER COMPONENT. IT HAS MELTED INTO MUSH. THIS MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO OPEN BACK HATCH DOOR. IT ALSO HAS MADE A MESS ON PAINT ON TAIL GATE. *TR

Mar 5, 2015 Air Bags 3,700 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,700. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Mar 5, 2015 Structure 20,000 mi

THE TAILGATE LATCH IS MADE FROM SOME RUBBER COMPONENT. IT HAS MELTED INTO MUSH. THIS MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO OPEN BACK HATCH DOOR. IT ALSO HAS MADE A MESS ON PAINT ON TAIL GATE. *TR

Mar 5, 2015 Air Bags 3,700 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,700. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Feb 9, 2015 Structure 85,000 mi

I HAVE AN INSURMOUNTABLE LEVEL OF RUST ON THE FRAME AND SURROUNDING COMPONENTS. THERE SHOULD NOT BE THIS LEVEL OF RUST AT THIS POINT ON THE VEHICLE'S LIFE. *TR

Feb 9, 2015 Structure 85,000 mi

I HAVE AN INSURMOUNTABLE LEVEL OF RUST ON THE FRAME AND SURROUNDING COMPONENTS. THERE SHOULD NOT BE THIS LEVEL OF RUST AT THIS POINT ON THE VEHICLE'S LIFE. *TR

Feb 1, 2015 Structure 58,050 mi

THE RUBBER ON THE INSIDE THE TAILGATE HANDLE HAS MELTED AND ERODED. IT IS STICKY TO THE TOUCH AND CONSISTS OF A BLACK TAR-LIKE SUBSTANCE. YEAR ROUND THE HANDLE IS DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND MAY CAUSE TAILGATE TO OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS COMPLAINT INVOLVES THE 2007 4-RUNNER. THIS MAY POSE A SERIOUS SAFETY...

Feb 1, 2015 Structure 58,050 mi

THE RUBBER ON THE INSIDE THE TAILGATE HANDLE HAS MELTED AND ERODED. IT IS STICKY TO THE TOUCH AND CONSISTS OF A BLACK TAR-LIKE SUBSTANCE. YEAR ROUND THE HANDLE IS DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND MAY CAUSE TAILGATE TO OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS COMPLAINT INVOLVES THE 2007 4-RUNNER. THIS MAY POSE A SERIOUS SAFETY...

Jan 27, 2015 Power Train 71,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION, WHO...

Jan 27, 2015 Power Train 71,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION, WHO...

Nov 6, 2014 Service Brakes 74,650 mi

VEHICLE PURCHASED USED JULY 2011 W/ 45K MILES. IN MAY 2012 AT 55K HAD BRAKES REPAIRED, ALL 4 WHEELS NEW ROTORS PADS AND HARDWARE. IN 2014 NOTICED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM CALIPER AND DISCOLORING WHEELS. DEALER SERVICE VERIFIED FRONT CALIPERS FROZEN (GUIDE PINS AND PADS RUSTED IN PLACE AS WELL AS ...

Nov 6, 2014 Wheels 74,650 mi

VEHICLE PURCHASED USED JULY 2011 W/ 45K MILES. IN MAY 2012 AT 55K HAD BRAKES REPAIRED, ALL 4 WHEELS NEW ROTORS PADS AND HARDWARE. IN 2014 NOTICED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM CALIPER AND DISCOLORING WHEELS. DEALER SERVICE VERIFIED FRONT CALIPERS FROZEN (GUIDE PINS AND PADS RUSTED IN PLACE AS WELL AS ...

Nov 6, 2014 Service Brakes 74,650 mi

VEHICLE PURCHASED USED JULY 2011 W/ 45K MILES. IN MAY 2012 AT 55K HAD BRAKES REPAIRED, ALL 4 WHEELS NEW ROTORS PADS AND HARDWARE. IN 2014 NOTICED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM CALIPER AND DISCOLORING WHEELS. DEALER SERVICE VERIFIED FRONT CALIPERS FROZEN (GUIDE PINS AND PADS RUSTED IN PLACE AS WELL AS ...

Nov 6, 2014 Wheels 74,650 mi

VEHICLE PURCHASED USED JULY 2011 W/ 45K MILES. IN MAY 2012 AT 55K HAD BRAKES REPAIRED, ALL 4 WHEELS NEW ROTORS PADS AND HARDWARE. IN 2014 NOTICED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM CALIPER AND DISCOLORING WHEELS. DEALER SERVICE VERIFIED FRONT CALIPERS FROZEN (GUIDE PINS AND PADS RUSTED IN PLACE AS WELL AS ...

Oct 24, 2014 Structure

THE BACK HATCH HANDLE HAS MELTED AND GETS A TAR LIKE RESIDUE ON YOUR HANDS, TOYOTA SHOULD FIX THIS PROB SINCE IT SEEMS TO BE A HUGE COMPLAINT. *TR

Oct 24, 2014 Structure

THE BACK HATCH HANDLE HAS MELTED AND GETS A TAR LIKE RESIDUE ON YOUR HANDS, TOYOTA SHOULD FIX THIS PROB SINCE IT SEEMS TO BE A HUGE COMPLAINT. *TR

Sep 10, 2014 Structure 50,000 mi

THE RUBBER ON THE INSIDE THE TAILGATE HANDLE HAS MELTED AND ERRODED. IN WARM WEATHER, IT IS STICKY AND CAUSES BLACK TAR-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON HANDS. IN COLDER WINTER MONTHS, IT IS DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS TO OPEN THE TAILGATE. IN QUICKLY SCANNING ALL COMPLAINTS ON THIS SITE RELATED TO THE 2007 4-RUNNER, ...

Sep 10, 2014 Structure 50,000 mi

THE RUBBER ON THE INSIDE THE TAILGATE HANDLE HAS MELTED AND ERRODED. IN WARM WEATHER, IT IS STICKY AND CAUSES BLACK TAR-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON HANDS. IN COLDER WINTER MONTHS, IT IS DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS TO OPEN THE TAILGATE. IN QUICKLY SCANNING ALL COMPLAINTS ON THIS SITE RELATED TO THE 2007 4-RUNNER, ...

Sep 2, 2014 Service Brakes 96,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING WITH MY ENTIRE FAMILY ON I-95, THE VEHICLE ABS ASSEMBLY BEGAN CYCLING REPEATEDLY. WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKES WHILE THE ABS WAS CYCLING, THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD GRIND AND SLIPPAGE OCCURRED IN THE PEDAL PRESSURE. NO WARNING LIGHTS. *TR

Sep 2, 2014 Service Brakes 96,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING WITH MY ENTIRE FAMILY ON I-95, THE VEHICLE ABS ASSEMBLY BEGAN CYCLING REPEATEDLY. WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKES WHILE THE ABS WAS CYCLING, THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD GRIND AND SLIPPAGE OCCURRED IN THE PEDAL PRESSURE. NO WARNING LIGHTS. *TR

Sep 1, 2014 Structure

THE LIFT GATE HANDLE IS STICKY AND LEAVE BLACK RESIDUE ON FINGERS. WHEN YOU LOOK AT IT LOOKS LIKE IT IS MELTED. I THINK IT IS A REAL PROBLEM. I'M RESEARCH HOW TO REPAIR, BUT ONCE I'VE BEEN ON THIS SITE I SEE THERE ARE OTHERS WITH THIS ISSUE. I THINK TOYOTA NEEDS TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE. *TR

Sep 1, 2014 Structure

THE LIFT GATE HANDLE IS STICKY AND LEAVE BLACK RESIDUE ON FINGERS. WHEN YOU LOOK AT IT LOOKS LIKE IT IS MELTED. I THINK IT IS A REAL PROBLEM. I'M RESEARCH HOW TO REPAIR, BUT ONCE I'VE BEEN ON THIS SITE I SEE THERE ARE OTHERS WITH THIS ISSUE. I THINK TOYOTA NEEDS TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE. *TR

Jul 31, 2014 Service Brakes Crash

OVER THE PAST 9-12 MONTHS I HAVE OWNED THE 4RUNNER, I HAVE NOTICED THE FLOORMATS SLIDE UP BEHIND THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATION PEDAL WHEN I AM CONSTANTLY SWITCHING BETWEEN THE TWO (EG. HEAVY TRAFFIC, LONG TRIPS, ETC.). I USUALLY AM ABLE TO PULL THEM BACK DOWN AT A STOPLIGHT OR STOP SIGN; HOWEVER, ON TU...

Jul 31, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

OVER THE PAST 9-12 MONTHS I HAVE OWNED THE 4RUNNER, I HAVE NOTICED THE FLOORMATS SLIDE UP BEHIND THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATION PEDAL WHEN I AM CONSTANTLY SWITCHING BETWEEN THE TWO (EG. HEAVY TRAFFIC, LONG TRIPS, ETC.). I USUALLY AM ABLE TO PULL THEM BACK DOWN AT A STOPLIGHT OR STOP SIGN; HOWEVER, ON TU...

Jul 31, 2014 Equipment Adaptive/mobility Crash

OVER THE PAST 9-12 MONTHS I HAVE OWNED THE 4RUNNER, I HAVE NOTICED THE FLOORMATS SLIDE UP BEHIND THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATION PEDAL WHEN I AM CONSTANTLY SWITCHING BETWEEN THE TWO (EG. HEAVY TRAFFIC, LONG TRIPS, ETC.). I USUALLY AM ABLE TO PULL THEM BACK DOWN AT A STOPLIGHT OR STOP SIGN; HOWEVER, ON TU...

Jul 31, 2014 Service Brakes Crash

OVER THE PAST 9-12 MONTHS I HAVE OWNED THE 4RUNNER, I HAVE NOTICED THE FLOORMATS SLIDE UP BEHIND THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATION PEDAL WHEN I AM CONSTANTLY SWITCHING BETWEEN THE TWO (EG. HEAVY TRAFFIC, LONG TRIPS, ETC.). I USUALLY AM ABLE TO PULL THEM BACK DOWN AT A STOPLIGHT OR STOP SIGN; HOWEVER, ON TU...

Jul 31, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

OVER THE PAST 9-12 MONTHS I HAVE OWNED THE 4RUNNER, I HAVE NOTICED THE FLOORMATS SLIDE UP BEHIND THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATION PEDAL WHEN I AM CONSTANTLY SWITCHING BETWEEN THE TWO (EG. HEAVY TRAFFIC, LONG TRIPS, ETC.). I USUALLY AM ABLE TO PULL THEM BACK DOWN AT A STOPLIGHT OR STOP SIGN; HOWEVER, ON TU...

Jul 31, 2014 Equipment Adaptive/mobility Crash

OVER THE PAST 9-12 MONTHS I HAVE OWNED THE 4RUNNER, I HAVE NOTICED THE FLOORMATS SLIDE UP BEHIND THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATION PEDAL WHEN I AM CONSTANTLY SWITCHING BETWEEN THE TWO (EG. HEAVY TRAFFIC, LONG TRIPS, ETC.). I USUALLY AM ABLE TO PULL THEM BACK DOWN AT A STOPLIGHT OR STOP SIGN; HOWEVER, ON TU...

Jul 14, 2014 Structure 75,000 mi

THE BACK GATE DOOR HANDLE MELTED AND GETS VERY STICKY. THIS MAKES THE DOOR SOMETIMES NOT ABLE TO OPEN IN COLD WEATHER AND IS VERY HOT AND CAN BURN IN THE HOT WEATHER. THIS CAR AS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED AND ALL OTHER SEALS AND GASKETS WORK. THIS RUBBER HANDLE COVER HAS FAILED AND IS NOT DUE TO NORMAL W...

Jul 14, 2014 Structure 75,000 mi

THE BACK GATE DOOR HANDLE MELTED AND GETS VERY STICKY. THIS MAKES THE DOOR SOMETIMES NOT ABLE TO OPEN IN COLD WEATHER AND IS VERY HOT AND CAN BURN IN THE HOT WEATHER. THIS CAR AS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED AND ALL OTHER SEALS AND GASKETS WORK. THIS RUBBER HANDLE COVER HAS FAILED AND IS NOT DUE TO NORMAL W...

Dec 4, 2013 Structure 35,000 mi

HANDLE/LOCK ON REAR HATCH IS FAULTY. MECHANISM ON THE HANDLE/LOCK OF THE REAR HATCH OF 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WILL NO LONGER ENGAGE TO ALLOW HATCH TO BE OPENED. PROBLEM HAD BEEN INTERMITTENT, NOW IS MORE PROBLEMATIC. CANNOT OPEN REAR HATCH TO ACCESS THE CARGO AREA OF VEHICLE. DEALER SERVICE DEPT ACKN...

Dec 4, 2013 Latches/locks/linkages 35,000 mi

HANDLE/LOCK ON REAR HATCH IS FAULTY. MECHANISM ON THE HANDLE/LOCK OF THE REAR HATCH OF 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WILL NO LONGER ENGAGE TO ALLOW HATCH TO BE OPENED. PROBLEM HAD BEEN INTERMITTENT, NOW IS MORE PROBLEMATIC. CANNOT OPEN REAR HATCH TO ACCESS THE CARGO AREA OF VEHICLE. DEALER SERVICE DEPT ACKN...

Dec 4, 2013 Structure 35,000 mi

HANDLE/LOCK ON REAR HATCH IS FAULTY. MECHANISM ON THE HANDLE/LOCK OF THE REAR HATCH OF 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WILL NO LONGER ENGAGE TO ALLOW HATCH TO BE OPENED. PROBLEM HAD BEEN INTERMITTENT, NOW IS MORE PROBLEMATIC. CANNOT OPEN REAR HATCH TO ACCESS THE CARGO AREA OF VEHICLE. DEALER SERVICE DEPT ACKN...

Dec 4, 2013 Latches/locks/linkages 35,000 mi

HANDLE/LOCK ON REAR HATCH IS FAULTY. MECHANISM ON THE HANDLE/LOCK OF THE REAR HATCH OF 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WILL NO LONGER ENGAGE TO ALLOW HATCH TO BE OPENED. PROBLEM HAD BEEN INTERMITTENT, NOW IS MORE PROBLEMATIC. CANNOT OPEN REAR HATCH TO ACCESS THE CARGO AREA OF VEHICLE. DEALER SERVICE DEPT ACKN...

Nov 6, 2013 Structure

THE TRUNK LATCH TO OPEN THE DOOR IS INCREDIBLY STICKY AND LEAVES A BLACK RESIDUE ON MY HANDS. WHEN I TRY TO OPEN IT NOW THAT IT'S COLDER IT WON'T OPEN. I'M AFRAID IF THERE IS EVER AN EMERGENCY I WON'T BE ABLE TO GET IN. *TR

Nov 6, 2013 Structure

THE TRUNK LATCH TO OPEN THE DOOR IS INCREDIBLY STICKY AND LEAVES A BLACK RESIDUE ON MY HANDS. WHEN I TRY TO OPEN IT NOW THAT IT'S COLDER IT WON'T OPEN. I'M AFRAID IF THERE IS EVER AN EMERGENCY I WON'T BE ABLE TO GET IN. *TR

Sep 17, 2013 Structure

ON THE BACK OF THE TRUCK, IN THE MIDDLE OF THE REAR DOOR, MY CAR BEGAN TO RUST OUT OF NOWHERE. I DO NOT LIVE BY THE OCEAN OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF ENVIRONMENT TO CAUSE RUST AND IN THE WINTER TIME, THE TRUCK IS GARAGE KEPT. AFTER HEARING FROM A NUMBER OF PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, CALLING TOYOTA TO ...

Sep 17, 2013 Structure

ON THE BACK OF THE TRUCK, IN THE MIDDLE OF THE REAR DOOR, MY CAR BEGAN TO RUST OUT OF NOWHERE. I DO NOT LIVE BY THE OCEAN OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF ENVIRONMENT TO CAUSE RUST AND IN THE WINTER TIME, THE TRUCK IS GARAGE KEPT. AFTER HEARING FROM A NUMBER OF PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, CALLING TOYOTA TO ...

Sep 16, 2013 Electrical System 36,500 mi

THE REAR HATCH DOOR HANDLE IS DEFORMED AND TURNED INTO A TAR-LIKE MESS THAT COVERS OUR FINGERS WHENEVER WE TRY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH. I HAVE NOTED NUMEROUS OTHER 4-RUNNER OWNERS HAVING THE SAME EXACT MALFUNCTION. PROBLEM IS THE MELTED RUBBER COVER WHICH IS PART OF THE SWITCH ASSEMBLY, PART #8484...

Sep 16, 2013 Electrical System 36,500 mi

THE REAR HATCH DOOR HANDLE IS DEFORMED AND TURNED INTO A TAR-LIKE MESS THAT COVERS OUR FINGERS WHENEVER WE TRY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH. I HAVE NOTED NUMEROUS OTHER 4-RUNNER OWNERS HAVING THE SAME EXACT MALFUNCTION. PROBLEM IS THE MELTED RUBBER COVER WHICH IS PART OF THE SWITCH ASSEMBLY, PART #8484...

Aug 22, 2013 Electrical System Fire 85,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON SHOULDER OF ROAD, ENGINE RUNNING, WHILST ADJUSTING THE MOBILE GPS (HENCE THE REASON FOR STOPPING). AT FIRST SMOKE WAS COMING UP AROUND/THROUGH CENTER CONSOLE (BETWEEN DRIVER'S SEAT AND PASSENGER FRONT SEAT) AND THEN FLAMES. THE INTERIOR OF PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WAS TOTALLY BU...

Aug 22, 2013 Electrical System Fire 85,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON SHOULDER OF ROAD, ENGINE RUNNING, WHILST ADJUSTING THE MOBILE GPS (HENCE THE REASON FOR STOPPING). AT FIRST SMOKE WAS COMING UP AROUND/THROUGH CENTER CONSOLE (BETWEEN DRIVER'S SEAT AND PASSENGER FRONT SEAT) AND THEN FLAMES. THE INTERIOR OF PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WAS TOTALLY BU...

Aug 21, 2013 Service Brakes 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND ABNORMALLY TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS USED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHE...

Aug 21, 2013 Service Brakes 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND ABNORMALLY TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS USED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHE...

Jul 31, 2013 Service Brakes

MACHINES BREAK BUT WHEN PARTS REPRESENT A RISK OF FATALITY, THEY SHOULD BE MORE CLOSELY SCRUTINIZED. I GOT LUCKY WHEN THE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY WENT OUT IN MY 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WHILE IT WAS PARKED AND RUNNING IN MY GARAGE FOR 5 MINUTES WHILE I UNLOADED IT. HAD I NOT MADE THE DECISION TO LET THE...

Jul 31, 2013 Service Brakes

MACHINES BREAK BUT WHEN PARTS REPRESENT A RISK OF FATALITY, THEY SHOULD BE MORE CLOSELY SCRUTINIZED. I GOT LUCKY WHEN THE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY WENT OUT IN MY 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WHILE IT WAS PARKED AND RUNNING IN MY GARAGE FOR 5 MINUTES WHILE I UNLOADED IT. HAD I NOT MADE THE DECISION TO LET THE...

Jul 15, 2013 Electrical System 35,000 mi

THE REAR HATCH DOOR HANDLE TURNED INTO A MELTED RUBBER/PLASTIC MESS. OUR HANDS ARE COVERED WITH BLACK MELTED RUBBER TYPE MATERIAL WHENEVER WE TRY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH. AFTER ONLINE RESEARCH, I SEE THERE ARE ALLOT OF OTHER TOYOTA 4 RUNNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PART IS CALLED, SWITCH ASSEMBLY...

Jul 15, 2013 Structure 35,000 mi

THE REAR HATCH DOOR HANDLE TURNED INTO A MELTED RUBBER/PLASTIC MESS. OUR HANDS ARE COVERED WITH BLACK MELTED RUBBER TYPE MATERIAL WHENEVER WE TRY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH. AFTER ONLINE RESEARCH, I SEE THERE ARE ALLOT OF OTHER TOYOTA 4 RUNNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PART IS CALLED, SWITCH ASSEMBLY...

Jul 15, 2013 Electrical System 35,000 mi

THE REAR HATCH DOOR HANDLE TURNED INTO A MELTED RUBBER/PLASTIC MESS. OUR HANDS ARE COVERED WITH BLACK MELTED RUBBER TYPE MATERIAL WHENEVER WE TRY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH. AFTER ONLINE RESEARCH, I SEE THERE ARE ALLOT OF OTHER TOYOTA 4 RUNNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PART IS CALLED, SWITCH ASSEMBLY...

Jul 15, 2013 Structure 35,000 mi

THE REAR HATCH DOOR HANDLE TURNED INTO A MELTED RUBBER/PLASTIC MESS. OUR HANDS ARE COVERED WITH BLACK MELTED RUBBER TYPE MATERIAL WHENEVER WE TRY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH. AFTER ONLINE RESEARCH, I SEE THERE ARE ALLOT OF OTHER TOYOTA 4 RUNNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PART IS CALLED, SWITCH ASSEMBLY...

Jun 21, 2013 Suspension 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL NOISE HEARD FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE BEARING GEAR ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE W...

Jun 21, 2013 Suspension 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL NOISE HEARD FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE BEARING GEAR ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE W...

Jun 9, 2013 Structure 38,502 mi

THE BACK DOOR RUBBER COVER OF THE HANDLE WAS MELTED FOR SECOND TIME, THE FIRST TIME WAS ON JUNE 26,2009 AND ITS WAS CHANGE BY GUARANTEE FOR THE DEALER. NOW I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM THE RUBBER WAS MELTED. THE PART NUMBER IS 84840-35010. I THINK THAT TOYOTA NEED TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM WITH A GOOD QUALI...

Jun 9, 2013 Structure 38,502 mi

THE BACK DOOR RUBBER COVER OF THE HANDLE WAS MELTED FOR SECOND TIME, THE FIRST TIME WAS ON JUNE 26,2009 AND ITS WAS CHANGE BY GUARANTEE FOR THE DEALER. NOW I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM THE RUBBER WAS MELTED. THE PART NUMBER IS 84840-35010. I THINK THAT TOYOTA NEED TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM WITH A GOOD QUALI...

May 14, 2013 Structure 42,000 mi

THE PAD (LOCATED ON THE HATCHBACK LATCH) WHERE YOU PLACE YOUR HAND TO PRESS DOWN TO OPEN THE HATCHBACK HAS MELTED. IT IS DIFFICULT TO OPEN THE HATCHBACK AS THE RUBBER HAS MELTED & THE BUTTON NO LONGER RELEASES PROPERLY. WHEN I CALLED DON MCGILL TOYOTA IN HOUSTON, TX, THEY EXPLAINED THIS IS NOT A R...

May 14, 2013 Structure 42,000 mi

THE PAD (LOCATED ON THE HATCHBACK LATCH) WHERE YOU PLACE YOUR HAND TO PRESS DOWN TO OPEN THE HATCHBACK HAS MELTED. IT IS DIFFICULT TO OPEN THE HATCHBACK AS THE RUBBER HAS MELTED & THE BUTTON NO LONGER RELEASES PROPERLY. WHEN I CALLED DON MCGILL TOYOTA IN HOUSTON, TX, THEY EXPLAINED THIS IS NOT A R...

Apr 8, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED SEVERELY. THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO PARK TO CEASE THE ABNORMAL FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR A MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Apr 8, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED SEVERELY. THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO PARK TO CEASE THE ABNORMAL FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR A MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Nov 22, 2012 Service Brakes 59,000 mi

I COME TO A STOP AND MY VEHICLE PULLS, LIKE SOMEBODY HIT MY VEHICLE FROM BEHIND. ITS CONSTANT , IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME. I DID TAKE IT TO A DEALER AND THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THAT COULD BE DONE, THEY ADVISED TOYOTA HAD NOT COME OUT WITH A RECALL YET FOR THAT PROBLEM. THEY ADVISED IT WAS A C...

Nov 22, 2012 Service Brakes 59,000 mi

I COME TO A STOP AND MY VEHICLE PULLS, LIKE SOMEBODY HIT MY VEHICLE FROM BEHIND. ITS CONSTANT , IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME. I DID TAKE IT TO A DEALER AND THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THAT COULD BE DONE, THEY ADVISED TOYOTA HAD NOT COME OUT WITH A RECALL YET FOR THAT PROBLEM. THEY ADVISED IT WAS A C...

Aug 29, 2012 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE BRAKES ABNORMALLY TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT THEN ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE HYDRO-BOOSTER BRAKING SYSTEM. THE MAN...

Aug 29, 2012 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE BRAKES ABNORMALLY TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT THEN ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE HYDRO-BOOSTER BRAKING SYSTEM. THE MAN...

Jun 19, 2012 Exterior Lighting 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WITH THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHIN 20 FEET OF THE ROAD. THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS WERE ENGAGED IN ORDER TO CONTINUE DRIVING. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY GIVEN SPEED AT ...

Jun 19, 2012 Exterior Lighting 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WITH THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHIN 20 FEET OF THE ROAD. THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS WERE ENGAGED IN ORDER TO CONTINUE DRIVING. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY GIVEN SPEED AT ...

May 31, 2012 Service Brakes 63,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, SHE NOTICED THAT HER VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP ONCE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. SHE HAD TO UTILIZE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAI...

May 31, 2012 Service Brakes 63,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, SHE NOTICED THAT HER VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP ONCE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. SHE HAD TO UTILIZE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAI...

Apr 11, 2012 Structure

THE BACK, TRUNK HANDLE SWITCH CONSISTS OF A BLACK, RUBBER TYPE OF MATERIAL THAT MELTS EVERY SUMMER. I LIVE IN TEXAS SO SUMMERS CAN GET EXTREMELY HOT. SO, IT HAS MELTED/GOTTEN HOT TO THE POINT WHERE IT ALMOST BURNED ME AND MY HUSBAND'S FINGERS. ADDITIONALLY, IT WILL LEAVE BLACK STAINS ON OUR FINGERS ...

Apr 11, 2012 Structure

THE BACK, TRUNK HANDLE SWITCH CONSISTS OF A BLACK, RUBBER TYPE OF MATERIAL THAT MELTS EVERY SUMMER. I LIVE IN TEXAS SO SUMMERS CAN GET EXTREMELY HOT. SO, IT HAS MELTED/GOTTEN HOT TO THE POINT WHERE IT ALMOST BURNED ME AND MY HUSBAND'S FINGERS. ADDITIONALLY, IT WILL LEAVE BLACK STAINS ON OUR FINGERS ...

Apr 2, 2012 Suspension 2,002,000 mi

THE LEFT REAR SECTION OF MY VEHICLES FRAME WHERE THE REAR TRACTION BAR MOUNTS IS COMPLETELY SEPARATED AT THE WELDS LEAVING A LARGE HOLE IN THE FRAME WHERE THE BRACKET ONCE WAS. THIS ISSUE IS SIMILAR TO THE TACOMA FRAME RECALL. MY 97 4 RUNNER IS BASICALLY TOTALED AT THIS POINT AND WILL NOT PASS MASS ...

Apr 2, 2012 Structure 2,002,000 mi

THE LEFT REAR SECTION OF MY VEHICLES FRAME WHERE THE REAR TRACTION BAR MOUNTS IS COMPLETELY SEPARATED AT THE WELDS LEAVING A LARGE HOLE IN THE FRAME WHERE THE BRACKET ONCE WAS. THIS ISSUE IS SIMILAR TO THE TACOMA FRAME RECALL. MY 97 4 RUNNER IS BASICALLY TOTALED AT THIS POINT AND WILL NOT PASS MASS ...

Apr 2, 2012 Suspension 2,002,000 mi

THE LEFT REAR SECTION OF MY VEHICLES FRAME WHERE THE REAR TRACTION BAR MOUNTS IS COMPLETELY SEPARATED AT THE WELDS LEAVING A LARGE HOLE IN THE FRAME WHERE THE BRACKET ONCE WAS. THIS ISSUE IS SIMILAR TO THE TACOMA FRAME RECALL. MY 97 4 RUNNER IS BASICALLY TOTALED AT THIS POINT AND WILL NOT PASS MASS ...

Apr 2, 2012 Structure 2,002,000 mi

THE LEFT REAR SECTION OF MY VEHICLES FRAME WHERE THE REAR TRACTION BAR MOUNTS IS COMPLETELY SEPARATED AT THE WELDS LEAVING A LARGE HOLE IN THE FRAME WHERE THE BRACKET ONCE WAS. THIS ISSUE IS SIMILAR TO THE TACOMA FRAME RECALL. MY 97 4 RUNNER IS BASICALLY TOTALED AT THIS POINT AND WILL NOT PASS MASS ...

Feb 7, 2012 Tires

2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH TIRES CUPPING ON THE INSIDE. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE TIRES WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE CUPPING WAS A MICHELIN TIRE DEFECT AND THERE WOULD BE NO FUTURE REPLACEMENTS. INDEPENDENT DEALERS AND MECHANICS INFORMED THE C...

Feb 7, 2012 Suspension

2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH TIRES CUPPING ON THE INSIDE. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE TIRES WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE CUPPING WAS A MICHELIN TIRE DEFECT AND THERE WOULD BE NO FUTURE REPLACEMENTS. INDEPENDENT DEALERS AND MECHANICS INFORMED THE C...

Feb 7, 2012 Tires

2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH TIRES CUPPING ON THE INSIDE. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE TIRES WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE CUPPING WAS A MICHELIN TIRE DEFECT AND THERE WOULD BE NO FUTURE REPLACEMENTS. INDEPENDENT DEALERS AND MECHANICS INFORMED THE C...

Feb 7, 2012 Suspension

2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH TIRES CUPPING ON THE INSIDE. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE TIRES WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE CUPPING WAS A MICHELIN TIRE DEFECT AND THERE WOULD BE NO FUTURE REPLACEMENTS. INDEPENDENT DEALERS AND MECHANICS INFORMED THE C...

Sep 1, 2011 Unknown Or Other 59,900 mi

WHILE TRAVELING UNDER CRUISE CONTROL AT 55- 60 MPH ON A RURAL 2 LANE HIGHWAY IN NC, I CAME UPON A VEHICLE IN MY LANE TRAVELING AT A SLOWER RATE OF SPEED. AS I APPROACHED THE VEHICLE, I ACCELERATED TO PASS. WHILE PASSING I COULD TELL THAT THE VEHICLE FELT LIKE IT WAS MOVING FASTER THAN THE 60 - 65 MP...

Sep 1, 2011 Unknown Or Other 59,900 mi

WHILE TRAVELING UNDER CRUISE CONTROL AT 55- 60 MPH ON A RURAL 2 LANE HIGHWAY IN NC, I CAME UPON A VEHICLE IN MY LANE TRAVELING AT A SLOWER RATE OF SPEED. AS I APPROACHED THE VEHICLE, I ACCELERATED TO PASS. WHILE PASSING I COULD TELL THAT THE VEHICLE FELT LIKE IT WAS MOVING FASTER THAN THE 60 - 65 MP...

Aug 23, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THERE WAS A BEEPING NOISE IN THE ENGINE AREA AND THE BRAKE PEDAL BEGAN VIBRATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC THAT LOCATED THE FAILURE AT THE ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Aug 23, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THERE WAS A BEEPING NOISE IN THE ENGINE AREA AND THE BRAKE PEDAL BEGAN VIBRATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC THAT LOCATED THE FAILURE AT THE ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 43,257 mi

WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING THE VEHICLE IDLES AT DIFFERENT RPM'S CAUSING IT TO LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE A/C COMPRESSOR SHUTS DOWN, INCREASING THE RPM'S. THIS HAS ALMOST CAUSED A FENDER BENDER SEVERAL TIMES WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT. *TR

May 16, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 43,257 mi

WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING THE VEHICLE IDLES AT DIFFERENT RPM'S CAUSING IT TO LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE A/C COMPRESSOR SHUTS DOWN, INCREASING THE RPM'S. THIS HAS ALMOST CAUSED A FENDER BENDER SEVERAL TIMES WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT. *TR

Apr 2, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH 55,000 MILES. HYDROBOOT ASSEMBLY (ABS BRAKE SYSTEM COMPUTER AND MOTOR ASSEMBLY) ABRUPTLY WENT OUT ON MARCH 22 WITH MY 18 YR DRIVING. HE COULD NOT IMMEDIATELY GET THE CAR TO STOP USING ALL OF HIS STRENGTH AND FORCE. TOYOTA DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THIS IS A "FREAK" OCCURRENCE. I...

Apr 2, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH 55,000 MILES. HYDROBOOT ASSEMBLY (ABS BRAKE SYSTEM COMPUTER AND MOTOR ASSEMBLY) ABRUPTLY WENT OUT ON MARCH 22 WITH MY 18 YR DRIVING. HE COULD NOT IMMEDIATELY GET THE CAR TO STOP USING ALL OF HIS STRENGTH AND FORCE. TOYOTA DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THIS IS A "FREAK" OCCURRENCE. I...

Mar 23, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE, WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE WOULD ROAR AND SURGE FORWARD INTERMITTENTLY. HE HAD TO PLACE THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AND SHUT IT OFF AND WAIT SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE RESTARTING THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER ...

Mar 23, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE, WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE WOULD ROAR AND SURGE FORWARD INTERMITTENTLY. HE HAD TO PLACE THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AND SHUT IT OFF AND WAIT SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE RESTARTING THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER ...

Mar 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,234 mi

THIS WAS THE FOURTH OCCURRENCE OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. EACH INCIDENT OCCURRED UPON SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO EITHER REVERSE OR DRIVE. THE ENGINE REVVED UP TO THE RED LINE UPON SHIFTING FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THIS OCCURRED WITH BOTH A COLD ENGINE AND A WARMED UP ENGINE. I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKE ...

Mar 2, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 80,234 mi

THIS WAS THE FOURTH OCCURRENCE OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. EACH INCIDENT OCCURRED UPON SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO EITHER REVERSE OR DRIVE. THE ENGINE REVVED UP TO THE RED LINE UPON SHIFTING FROM A STOPPED POSITION. THIS OCCURRED WITH BOTH A COLD ENGINE AND A WARMED UP ENGINE. I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKE ...

Feb 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 53,500 mi

I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON 10-5-10 IN MY 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, 4WD. AS I WAS TURNING ONTO A BUSY STREET AT AN INTERSECTION WITH LIGHTS, I PUSHED ON THE BRAKE AT THE STOP SIGN AS THE ONCOMING TRAFFIC APPROACHED, BUT THE CAR CONTINUED ACCELERATING INTO THE LANE AT THE INTERSECTION, AND I PU...

Feb 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 53,500 mi

I EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON 10-5-10 IN MY 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, 4WD. AS I WAS TURNING ONTO A BUSY STREET AT AN INTERSECTION WITH LIGHTS, I PUSHED ON THE BRAKE AT THE STOP SIGN AS THE ONCOMING TRAFFIC APPROACHED, BUT THE CAR CONTINUED ACCELERATING INTO THE LANE AT THE INTERSECTION, AND I PU...

Feb 10, 2011 Electrical System 70,020 mi

MY VEHICLE, 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING SOME ISSUES WHEN THE TEMPERATURE DROPS BELOW FREEZING. LIVING IN MAINE, THIS HAPPENS MORE OFTEN THAN ANY HUMAN WOULD LIKE. IN ANY EVENT, MY HVAC BLOWER MOTOR CONTINUES TO LITERALLY FREEZE UP AND WILL NOT WORK. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A TSB (AC002-...

Feb 10, 2011 Visibility 70,020 mi

MY VEHICLE, 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING SOME ISSUES WHEN THE TEMPERATURE DROPS BELOW FREEZING. LIVING IN MAINE, THIS HAPPENS MORE OFTEN THAN ANY HUMAN WOULD LIKE. IN ANY EVENT, MY HVAC BLOWER MOTOR CONTINUES TO LITERALLY FREEZE UP AND WILL NOT WORK. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A TSB (AC002-...

Feb 10, 2011 Electrical System 70,020 mi

MY VEHICLE, 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING SOME ISSUES WHEN THE TEMPERATURE DROPS BELOW FREEZING. LIVING IN MAINE, THIS HAPPENS MORE OFTEN THAN ANY HUMAN WOULD LIKE. IN ANY EVENT, MY HVAC BLOWER MOTOR CONTINUES TO LITERALLY FREEZE UP AND WILL NOT WORK. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A TSB (AC002-...

Feb 10, 2011 Visibility 70,020 mi

MY VEHICLE, 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING SOME ISSUES WHEN THE TEMPERATURE DROPS BELOW FREEZING. LIVING IN MAINE, THIS HAPPENS MORE OFTEN THAN ANY HUMAN WOULD LIKE. IN ANY EVENT, MY HVAC BLOWER MOTOR CONTINUES TO LITERALLY FREEZE UP AND WILL NOT WORK. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A TSB (AC002-...

Dec 18, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 80,500 mi

THE FIRST OF MY 2007 4RUNNER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLIES FAILED JUST AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED. FOR THE SECOND ONE, MY DEALERSHIP. THE VEHICLE HAS JUST OVER 80,000 MILES AND THE 3RD OF 4 DOOR LOCKS HAS JUST FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED. I BELIEVE THIS DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY IS OBVIOUSLY A DESIGN FLAW AND IS N...

Dec 18, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 80,500 mi

THE FIRST OF MY 2007 4RUNNER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLIES FAILED JUST AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED. FOR THE SECOND ONE, MY DEALERSHIP. THE VEHICLE HAS JUST OVER 80,000 MILES AND THE 3RD OF 4 DOOR LOCKS HAS JUST FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED. I BELIEVE THIS DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY IS OBVIOUSLY A DESIGN FLAW AND IS N...

Oct 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 20 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND MOMENTS LATER, WHITE SMOKE WAS EXPELLING FROM THE EXHAUST PIPES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPA...

Oct 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 20 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND MOMENTS LATER, WHITE SMOKE WAS EXPELLING FROM THE EXHAUST PIPES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPA...

Sep 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 5 MPH INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED INTO THE WALL OF A BUILDING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGES TO THE FRONT BUMPER AND HEADLIGHTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BY THE CON...

Sep 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 35,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 5 MPH INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED INTO THE WALL OF A BUILDING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGES TO THE FRONT BUMPER AND HEADLIGHTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BY THE CON...

Sep 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,481 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH PROCEEDING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN. WHEN THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED THERE WAS A LOUD SCREECHING NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE; AND SEVERAL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. SUDDENLY, THE ENGINE STA...

Sep 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,481 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH PROCEEDING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN. WHEN THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED THERE WAS A LOUD SCREECHING NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE; AND SEVERAL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. SUDDENLY, THE ENGINE STA...

May 31, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 56,000 mi

WHILE EXITING HIGHWAY A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER EXHIBITED SUDDEN UNWANTED ACCELERATION MALFUNCTION AND WAS STOPPED BY APPLYING BRAKES WITH FULL FORCE. THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED AND RETURNED TO NORMAL IDLE, THEN IT WAS DRIVEN TO A SAFE LOCATION AND TRANSPORTED TO TOYOTA DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS CHECKED OUT AN...

May 31, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 56,000 mi

WHILE EXITING HIGHWAY A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER EXHIBITED SUDDEN UNWANTED ACCELERATION MALFUNCTION AND WAS STOPPED BY APPLYING BRAKES WITH FULL FORCE. THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED AND RETURNED TO NORMAL IDLE, THEN IT WAS DRIVEN TO A SAFE LOCATION AND TRANSPORTED TO TOYOTA DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS CHECKED OUT AN...

May 27, 2010 Power Train 63,000 mi

TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED ON LATE 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH ONLY 63,000 MILES ON IT. ADDITIONALLY, OIL PAN SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. TOYOTA CLAIMED IT WAS AFTERMARKET PARTS, YET TOYOTA IS HAS REGULARLY CHANGED THE OIL AND PERFORMED ALL MAINTENANCE ON THE VEHICLES AS RECORDS SHOW. TOYOTA CO...

May 27, 2010 Power Train 63,000 mi

TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED ON LATE 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER WITH ONLY 63,000 MILES ON IT. ADDITIONALLY, OIL PAN SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. TOYOTA CLAIMED IT WAS AFTERMARKET PARTS, YET TOYOTA IS HAS REGULARLY CHANGED THE OIL AND PERFORMED ALL MAINTENANCE ON THE VEHICLES AS RECORDS SHOW. TOYOTA CO...

May 21, 2010 Power Train 8,000 mi

MY 2007 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER HAS A SERIOUS DRIVE SHAFT JOLT AND CLUNK THAT OCCURS WHENEVER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LURCH. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS AT APPROXIMATELY 8000 MILES IN MY FIRST YEAR. TOYOTA HAS BEEN INFORMED OF THIS SEVERAL TIMES AND REFUSES TO TAKE ACTION. APPROXIMA...

May 21, 2010 Power Train 8,000 mi

MY 2007 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER HAS A SERIOUS DRIVE SHAFT JOLT AND CLUNK THAT OCCURS WHENEVER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LURCH. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS AT APPROXIMATELY 8000 MILES IN MY FIRST YEAR. TOYOTA HAS BEEN INFORMED OF THIS SEVERAL TIMES AND REFUSES TO TAKE ACTION. APPROXIMA...

May 6, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MINOR DAMAGE WAS DONE TO THE VEHICLE WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO STOP IT FROM ACCELERATING. HE WAS ABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND SHUT...

May 6, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MINOR DAMAGE WAS DONE TO THE VEHICLE WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO STOP IT FROM ACCELERATING. HE WAS ABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND SHUT...

Apr 29, 2010 Seats 25,580 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) VEHICLE IS A TOYOTA 2007 4RUNNER SR5. VIN [XXX]. THE PLASTIC COVER (TOYOTA PART NO.72124 35010) THAT FITS OVER THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT HOLD DOWN BOLTS BROKE OFF AND SLID UNDER THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE BRAKES CO...

Apr 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25,580 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) VEHICLE IS A TOYOTA 2007 4RUNNER SR5. VIN [XXX]. THE PLASTIC COVER (TOYOTA PART NO.72124 35010) THAT FITS OVER THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT HOLD DOWN BOLTS BROKE OFF AND SLID UNDER THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE BRAKES CO...

Apr 29, 2010 Seats 25,580 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) VEHICLE IS A TOYOTA 2007 4RUNNER SR5. VIN [XXX]. THE PLASTIC COVER (TOYOTA PART NO.72124 35010) THAT FITS OVER THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT HOLD DOWN BOLTS BROKE OFF AND SLID UNDER THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE BRAKES CO...

Apr 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25,580 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) VEHICLE IS A TOYOTA 2007 4RUNNER SR5. VIN [XXX]. THE PLASTIC COVER (TOYOTA PART NO.72124 35010) THAT FITS OVER THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT HOLD DOWN BOLTS BROKE OFF AND SLID UNDER THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE BRAKES CO...

Apr 7, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

LTR TO NHTSA RE TOYOTA SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION INCIDENTS FM OWNER OF A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, REQUESTING POSSIBLE DEFECT INVESTIGATION INTO TOYOTA 4 RUNNERS. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE ACCELERATOR BECAME STUCK. SHE FRANTICALLY PUMPED T...

Apr 7, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

LTR TO NHTSA RE TOYOTA SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION INCIDENTS FM OWNER OF A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, REQUESTING POSSIBLE DEFECT INVESTIGATION INTO TOYOTA 4 RUNNERS. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE ACCELERATOR BECAME STUCK. SHE FRANTICALLY PUMPED T...

Mar 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 15,932 mi

THE INCIDENT HAPPENED AT THE INTERSECTION OF HARBISON AND DIVISION ST. SOUTHBOUND AT HARBISON ST.,WHILE SLOWING DOWN FOR A FULL STOP AT A RED LIGHT WITH MY RIGHT FOOT GRADUALLY PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL SUDDENLY THE ENGINE RPM WENT UP SO HIGH WITHOUT STEPPING ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. MY IMMEDIATE R...

Mar 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 15,932 mi

THE INCIDENT HAPPENED AT THE INTERSECTION OF HARBISON AND DIVISION ST. SOUTHBOUND AT HARBISON ST.,WHILE SLOWING DOWN FOR A FULL STOP AT A RED LIGHT WITH MY RIGHT FOOT GRADUALLY PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL SUDDENLY THE ENGINE RPM WENT UP SO HIGH WITHOUT STEPPING ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. MY IMMEDIATE R...

Mar 15, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 33,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE REVVED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. SUDDENLY, THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF. THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE FLOOR AREA WAS INSPECTED REGARDING TH...

Mar 15, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 33,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE REVVED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. SUDDENLY, THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF. THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE FLOOR AREA WAS INSPECTED REGARDING TH...

Mar 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

WE OWN A 2007 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER, BOUGHT NEW IN OCT. 08, THAT HAS SUDDEN BURST ACCELERATOR PROBLEMS. WHEN SETTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR ANOTHER STOP, TRUCK WILL SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD WHILE FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME IT IS DRIVEN, AT SOME TIMES STRONGER THAT OTHERS. HAVE SPOKEN WITH TH...

Mar 5, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

WE OWN A 2007 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER, BOUGHT NEW IN OCT. 08, THAT HAS SUDDEN BURST ACCELERATOR PROBLEMS. WHEN SETTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR ANOTHER STOP, TRUCK WILL SUDDENLY SURGE FORWARD WHILE FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME IT IS DRIVEN, AT SOME TIMES STRONGER THAT OTHERS. HAVE SPOKEN WITH TH...

Mar 4, 2010 Power Train 5,000 mi

I HAVE A 2007 4RUNNER, LIMITED, V8 WITH THE CLUNK IN THE DRIVESHAFT THAT APPEARED ABOUT 5K MILES AND HASN'T LET UP NOW AT 16K MILES. I PULL UP TO A STOP SIGN AND IT FEELS LIKE I'VE BEEN REAR ENDED. THEN, WHEN I START OUT, IT FEELS LIKE THE BRAKE RELEASE IS DELAYED WITH ANOTHER CLUNK. THIS HAPPENS AT...

Mar 4, 2010 Power Train 5,000 mi

I HAVE A 2007 4RUNNER, LIMITED, V8 WITH THE CLUNK IN THE DRIVESHAFT THAT APPEARED ABOUT 5K MILES AND HASN'T LET UP NOW AT 16K MILES. I PULL UP TO A STOP SIGN AND IT FEELS LIKE I'VE BEEN REAR ENDED. THEN, WHEN I START OUT, IT FEELS LIKE THE BRAKE RELEASE IS DELAYED WITH ANOTHER CLUNK. THIS HAPPENS AT...

Feb 26, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. HE STATED THAT WHEN HE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH AND BEGAN SLOWING DOWN WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW DOWN. HE THEN DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL VERY HARD MULTIPLE TIMES TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAS ...

Feb 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. HE STATED THAT WHEN HE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH AND BEGAN SLOWING DOWN WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW DOWN. HE THEN DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL VERY HARD MULTIPLE TIMES TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAS ...

Feb 26, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. HE STATED THAT WHEN HE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH AND BEGAN SLOWING DOWN WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW DOWN. HE THEN DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL VERY HARD MULTIPLE TIMES TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAS ...

Feb 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. HE STATED THAT WHEN HE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH AND BEGAN SLOWING DOWN WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW DOWN. HE THEN DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL VERY HARD MULTIPLE TIMES TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAS ...

Feb 24, 2010 Structure 62,000 mi

THE REAR DOOR OPENING HANDLE HAS MATERIAL THAT HAS MELTED MAKING IT ALMOST ALWAYS IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE DOOR. I MOVED LAST AUGUST FROM TEXAS TO SOUTH CAROLINA AND APPARENTLY THE MATERIAL TOYOTA USED IN IT'S 2007 4-RUNNERS CANNOT HOLD UP TO THE TEXAS HEAT. THE INSURANCE COMPANY FOR TOYOTA WHICH COV...

Feb 24, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 62,000 mi

THE REAR DOOR OPENING HANDLE HAS MATERIAL THAT HAS MELTED MAKING IT ALMOST ALWAYS IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE DOOR. I MOVED LAST AUGUST FROM TEXAS TO SOUTH CAROLINA AND APPARENTLY THE MATERIAL TOYOTA USED IN IT'S 2007 4-RUNNERS CANNOT HOLD UP TO THE TEXAS HEAT. THE INSURANCE COMPANY FOR TOYOTA WHICH COV...

Feb 24, 2010 Structure 62,000 mi

THE REAR DOOR OPENING HANDLE HAS MATERIAL THAT HAS MELTED MAKING IT ALMOST ALWAYS IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE DOOR. I MOVED LAST AUGUST FROM TEXAS TO SOUTH CAROLINA AND APPARENTLY THE MATERIAL TOYOTA USED IN IT'S 2007 4-RUNNERS CANNOT HOLD UP TO THE TEXAS HEAT. THE INSURANCE COMPANY FOR TOYOTA WHICH COV...

Feb 24, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 62,000 mi

THE REAR DOOR OPENING HANDLE HAS MATERIAL THAT HAS MELTED MAKING IT ALMOST ALWAYS IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE DOOR. I MOVED LAST AUGUST FROM TEXAS TO SOUTH CAROLINA AND APPARENTLY THE MATERIAL TOYOTA USED IN IT'S 2007 4-RUNNERS CANNOT HOLD UP TO THE TEXAS HEAT. THE INSURANCE COMPANY FOR TOYOTA WHICH COV...

Feb 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WE WERE STOPPING FOR A RED LIGHT IN THE LEFT TURN LANE. WE STARTED TO SLOW DOWN AND THEN OUR VEHICLE JUST TOOK OFF AND WE REAR ENDED A TRUCK. DIDN'T HURT THE OTHER TRUCK BUT THE FRONT END OF OUR VEHICLE IS SMASHED AND OUR BUMPER IS CRACKED. THE DEALER TOLD US TO TAKE OUT OUR MATS SO WE DID. WE RECE...

Feb 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WE WERE STOPPING FOR A RED LIGHT IN THE LEFT TURN LANE. WE STARTED TO SLOW DOWN AND THEN OUR VEHICLE JUST TOOK OFF AND WE REAR ENDED A TRUCK. DIDN'T HURT THE OTHER TRUCK BUT THE FRONT END OF OUR VEHICLE IS SMASHED AND OUR BUMPER IS CRACKED. THE DEALER TOLD US TO TAKE OUT OUR MATS SO WE DID. WE RECE...

Feb 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 25,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2010 TOYOTA CAMRY IN SEPT. I CALLED MY DEALERSHIP 2 WEEKS AFTER I BOUGHT IT NOTICING THAT MY CAR REVS UP FOR NO REASON & DOESN'T SHIFT RIGHT. I CONTACTED ANOTHER TOYOTA DEALERSHIP RECENTLY ABOUT IT NOT SHIFTING RIGHT & THEY SAID THEY HAVE HAD SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE SAME THING. M...

Feb 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 25,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2010 TOYOTA CAMRY IN SEPT. I CALLED MY DEALERSHIP 2 WEEKS AFTER I BOUGHT IT NOTICING THAT MY CAR REVS UP FOR NO REASON & DOESN'T SHIFT RIGHT. I CONTACTED ANOTHER TOYOTA DEALERSHIP RECENTLY ABOUT IT NOT SHIFTING RIGHT & THEY SAID THEY HAVE HAD SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE SAME THING. M...

Feb 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

I DRIVE A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 AND BELIEVE IT HAS THE SAME ISSUE WITH BRAKES AS THE TOYOTA PRIUS. WHEN I TRY TO BRAKE ON A BUMPY ROAD, THE BRAKES DO NOT PROPERLY WORK WHEN I HAVE TO STOP GOING MORE THAN APPROXIMATELY 25 MILES PER HOUR. THE CAR MAKES A BEEPING NOISE THEN THE CAR'S BRAKES FAIL, T...

Feb 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

I DRIVE A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 AND BELIEVE IT HAS THE SAME ISSUE WITH BRAKES AS THE TOYOTA PRIUS. WHEN I TRY TO BRAKE ON A BUMPY ROAD, THE BRAKES DO NOT PROPERLY WORK WHEN I HAVE TO STOP GOING MORE THAN APPROXIMATELY 25 MILES PER HOUR. THE CAR MAKES A BEEPING NOISE THEN THE CAR'S BRAKES FAIL, T...

Feb 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT PREVIOUSLY OWNED A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKING SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE BECAUSE WHEN SHE WOULD DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE AND KEEP MOVING FORWARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE ISSUE AT LEAST 6 TIMES. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND...

Feb 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 42,662 mi

NO BRAKES: BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT VEHICLE STOPPING. UPON MY PERSONAL INSPECTION AT TIME OF INCIDENT, I FOUND THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR TO BE FULL AND NO BRAKE FLUID LEAKS,ANYWHERE, WERE FOUND. THE TOYOTA SERVICE MANAGER WHERE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE STATED THAT CAUSE WAS A DE...

Feb 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT PREVIOUSLY OWNED A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKING SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE BECAUSE WHEN SHE WOULD DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE AND KEEP MOVING FORWARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE ISSUE AT LEAST 6 TIMES. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND...

Feb 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 42,662 mi

NO BRAKES: BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT VEHICLE STOPPING. UPON MY PERSONAL INSPECTION AT TIME OF INCIDENT, I FOUND THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR TO BE FULL AND NO BRAKE FLUID LEAKS,ANYWHERE, WERE FOUND. THE TOYOTA SERVICE MANAGER WHERE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE STATED THAT CAUSE WAS A DE...

Jan 15, 2010 Power Train 35,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. RANDOMLY ONCE OR TWICE A MONTH. WHEN THE CONSUMER WOULD SHIFT FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD FAIL TO ENGAGE FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS. WHEN THE ENGINE RPM'S WERE UP, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD VIOLENTLY ENGAGE AND THEN LEAP FORWARD. THE DEALE...

Jan 15, 2010 Power Train 35,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. RANDOMLY ONCE OR TWICE A MONTH. WHEN THE CONSUMER WOULD SHIFT FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD FAIL TO ENGAGE FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS. WHEN THE ENGINE RPM'S WERE UP, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD VIOLENTLY ENGAGE AND THEN LEAP FORWARD. THE DEALE...

Nov 10, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 13,000 mi

VEHICLE GIVES OFF HORRIBLE SULFUR SMELL WHEN ACCELERATING QUICKLY AND SOMETIMES EVEN WHEN SLOWLY GAINING SPEED AFTER STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON A HIGHWAY. THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I TOOK IT SAID THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THERE ISN'T ANYTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT. WHY DO OTHER VEHICLE'S I OWN NOT DO...

Nov 10, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 13,000 mi

VEHICLE GIVES OFF HORRIBLE SULFUR SMELL WHEN ACCELERATING QUICKLY AND SOMETIMES EVEN WHEN SLOWLY GAINING SPEED AFTER STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON A HIGHWAY. THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I TOOK IT SAID THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND THERE ISN'T ANYTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT. WHY DO OTHER VEHICLE'S I OWN NOT DO...

Nov 5, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 5,000 mi

1-THIRD ROW SEAT SLAMMED DOWN DURING RELEASE FROM HOOK AND BROKE UNDERSEAT COVER 2-IT HAPPENED ONCE AND COULD HAPPEN IF SOMEONE UNFAMILIAR WITH SEAT TRIES TO LOWER THE THIRD ROW TO SEATING POSITION. UPON RELEASE FROM THE OVERHEAD HOOK, THE SEAT, DUE TO ITS OWN UNSUPPORTED WEIGHT, COULD PIVOT FREEL...

Nov 5, 2009 Seats 5,000 mi

1-THIRD ROW SEAT SLAMMED DOWN DURING RELEASE FROM HOOK AND BROKE UNDERSEAT COVER 2-IT HAPPENED ONCE AND COULD HAPPEN IF SOMEONE UNFAMILIAR WITH SEAT TRIES TO LOWER THE THIRD ROW TO SEATING POSITION. UPON RELEASE FROM THE OVERHEAD HOOK, THE SEAT, DUE TO ITS OWN UNSUPPORTED WEIGHT, COULD PIVOT FREEL...

Nov 5, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 5,000 mi

1-THIRD ROW SEAT SLAMMED DOWN DURING RELEASE FROM HOOK AND BROKE UNDERSEAT COVER 2-IT HAPPENED ONCE AND COULD HAPPEN IF SOMEONE UNFAMILIAR WITH SEAT TRIES TO LOWER THE THIRD ROW TO SEATING POSITION. UPON RELEASE FROM THE OVERHEAD HOOK, THE SEAT, DUE TO ITS OWN UNSUPPORTED WEIGHT, COULD PIVOT FREEL...

Nov 5, 2009 Seats 5,000 mi

1-THIRD ROW SEAT SLAMMED DOWN DURING RELEASE FROM HOOK AND BROKE UNDERSEAT COVER 2-IT HAPPENED ONCE AND COULD HAPPEN IF SOMEONE UNFAMILIAR WITH SEAT TRIES TO LOWER THE THIRD ROW TO SEATING POSITION. UPON RELEASE FROM THE OVERHEAD HOOK, THE SEAT, DUE TO ITS OWN UNSUPPORTED WEIGHT, COULD PIVOT FREEL...

Oct 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK TO THE FLOOR WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE OVER 120 MPH DURING RUSH HOUR. THE DEALER HAS MADE FOUR ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE FIRST THREE ATTEMPTS THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER THE WARRAN...

Oct 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK TO THE FLOOR WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE OVER 120 MPH DURING RUSH HOUR. THE DEALER HAS MADE FOUR ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE FIRST THREE ATTEMPTS THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER THE WARRAN...

Oct 5, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 23,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 90 MPH. HE HAD TO DRIVE OVER GRASS AND SMALL SHRUBS TO DECELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE, THEREFORE THEY COULD NOT PROVIDE A REM...

Oct 5, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 23,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 90 MPH. HE HAD TO DRIVE OVER GRASS AND SMALL SHRUBS TO DECELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE, THEREFORE THEY COULD NOT PROVIDE A REM...

Jul 15, 2009 Tires

DUNLOP AT20 GRANDTREK TIRES, P265/65R17; 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 27K MILES; SINCE NEW, THESE TIRES HAVE VERY POOR TRACTION DURING WET WEATHER AND MY 4 WHEEL ANTI SLIP CONSTANTLY ENGAGES WHILE DRIVING IN WET WEATHER. DEALERSHIP HAS INSPECTED AND TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THESE TIRES WERE JUNK AND I SHOULD G...

Jul 15, 2009 Tires

DUNLOP AT20 GRANDTREK TIRES, P265/65R17; 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 27K MILES; SINCE NEW, THESE TIRES HAVE VERY POOR TRACTION DURING WET WEATHER AND MY 4 WHEEL ANTI SLIP CONSTANTLY ENGAGES WHILE DRIVING IN WET WEATHER. DEALERSHIP HAS INSPECTED AND TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THESE TIRES WERE JUNK AND I SHOULD G...

Dec 26, 2008 Electrical System 28,660 mi

MICE HAVE INFILTRATED THE HEADLINER AREA OF 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. THEY BUILT A NEST AND CHEWED THE WIRING INSULATION FOR THE SUNROOF SWITCH WHICH CAUSED A SHORT THAT MELTED THE WIRES AND CAUSED THE SUNROOF TO MALFUNCTION. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE SWITCH AND REPAIRED THE WIRES FOR $360 SINCE THIS WAS ...

Dec 26, 2008 Electrical System 28,660 mi

MICE HAVE INFILTRATED THE HEADLINER AREA OF 2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. THEY BUILT A NEST AND CHEWED THE WIRING INSULATION FOR THE SUNROOF SWITCH WHICH CAUSED A SHORT THAT MELTED THE WIRES AND CAUSED THE SUNROOF TO MALFUNCTION. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE SWITCH AND REPAIRED THE WIRES FOR $360 SINCE THIS WAS ...

Aug 9, 2008 Power Train 1,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TYPE TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION OR DRIVE LINE MAKE A HORRIBLE CLUNK AND WILL LURCH THE VEHICLE. ALSO THE PLASTIC AROUND THE GEAR SHIFT AREA BECOMES VERY HOT ~50C IN AN A/C CABIN. *TR

Aug 9, 2008 Power Train 1,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TYPE TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION OR DRIVE LINE MAKE A HORRIBLE CLUNK AND WILL LURCH THE VEHICLE. ALSO THE PLASTIC AROUND THE GEAR SHIFT AREA BECOMES VERY HOT ~50C IN AN A/C CABIN. *TR

Jun 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Air 23,000 mi

PURCHASED PRE-OWNED 4 RUNNER ?CERTIFIED? FROM RUSSEL TOYOTA 12/07 WITH APPROX 21K MILES. COMPLAINED OF UNUSUAL BRAKE PERFORMANCE IMMEDIATELY BUT WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS ?PERFORMING TO FACTORY SPECS? BRAKE PERFORMANCE ISSUES INCLUDING AGGRESSIVE STOPPING, STIFF PEDAL, LOSS OF PRESSURE, AND RANDOM ?A...

Jun 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 23,000 mi

PURCHASED PRE-OWNED 4 RUNNER ?CERTIFIED? FROM RUSSEL TOYOTA 12/07 WITH APPROX 21K MILES. COMPLAINED OF UNUSUAL BRAKE PERFORMANCE IMMEDIATELY BUT WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS ?PERFORMING TO FACTORY SPECS? BRAKE PERFORMANCE ISSUES INCLUDING AGGRESSIVE STOPPING, STIFF PEDAL, LOSS OF PRESSURE, AND RANDOM ?A...

Jun 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23,000 mi

PURCHASED PRE-OWNED 4 RUNNER ?CERTIFIED? FROM RUSSEL TOYOTA 12/07 WITH APPROX 21K MILES. COMPLAINED OF UNUSUAL BRAKE PERFORMANCE IMMEDIATELY BUT WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS ?PERFORMING TO FACTORY SPECS? BRAKE PERFORMANCE ISSUES INCLUDING AGGRESSIVE STOPPING, STIFF PEDAL, LOSS OF PRESSURE, AND RANDOM ?A...

Jun 4, 2008 Unknown Or Other 23,000 mi

PURCHASED PRE-OWNED 4 RUNNER ?CERTIFIED? FROM RUSSEL TOYOTA 12/07 WITH APPROX 21K MILES. COMPLAINED OF UNUSUAL BRAKE PERFORMANCE IMMEDIATELY BUT WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS ?PERFORMING TO FACTORY SPECS? BRAKE PERFORMANCE ISSUES INCLUDING AGGRESSIVE STOPPING, STIFF PEDAL, LOSS OF PRESSURE, AND RANDOM ?A...

Jun 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Air 23,000 mi

PURCHASED PRE-OWNED 4 RUNNER ?CERTIFIED? FROM RUSSEL TOYOTA 12/07 WITH APPROX 21K MILES. COMPLAINED OF UNUSUAL BRAKE PERFORMANCE IMMEDIATELY BUT WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS ?PERFORMING TO FACTORY SPECS? BRAKE PERFORMANCE ISSUES INCLUDING AGGRESSIVE STOPPING, STIFF PEDAL, LOSS OF PRESSURE, AND RANDOM ?A...

Jun 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 23,000 mi

PURCHASED PRE-OWNED 4 RUNNER ?CERTIFIED? FROM RUSSEL TOYOTA 12/07 WITH APPROX 21K MILES. COMPLAINED OF UNUSUAL BRAKE PERFORMANCE IMMEDIATELY BUT WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS ?PERFORMING TO FACTORY SPECS? BRAKE PERFORMANCE ISSUES INCLUDING AGGRESSIVE STOPPING, STIFF PEDAL, LOSS OF PRESSURE, AND RANDOM ?A...

Jun 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23,000 mi

PURCHASED PRE-OWNED 4 RUNNER ?CERTIFIED? FROM RUSSEL TOYOTA 12/07 WITH APPROX 21K MILES. COMPLAINED OF UNUSUAL BRAKE PERFORMANCE IMMEDIATELY BUT WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS ?PERFORMING TO FACTORY SPECS? BRAKE PERFORMANCE ISSUES INCLUDING AGGRESSIVE STOPPING, STIFF PEDAL, LOSS OF PRESSURE, AND RANDOM ?A...

Jun 4, 2008 Unknown Or Other 23,000 mi

PURCHASED PRE-OWNED 4 RUNNER ?CERTIFIED? FROM RUSSEL TOYOTA 12/07 WITH APPROX 21K MILES. COMPLAINED OF UNUSUAL BRAKE PERFORMANCE IMMEDIATELY BUT WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS ?PERFORMING TO FACTORY SPECS? BRAKE PERFORMANCE ISSUES INCLUDING AGGRESSIVE STOPPING, STIFF PEDAL, LOSS OF PRESSURE, AND RANDOM ?A...

May 23, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 19,912 mi

I WAS WAITING IN LINE OF TRAFFIC TO PICK UP MY DAUGHTER AT SCHOOL. CAR WAS IN DRIVE, MY FOOT WAS FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY RACED AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET. I STOMPED HARDER ON THE BRAKES AND THE CAR DID STOP, BUT AT NO TIME HAD MY FOOT EVER LEFT THE BRAKE ...

May 23, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 19,912 mi

I WAS WAITING IN LINE OF TRAFFIC TO PICK UP MY DAUGHTER AT SCHOOL. CAR WAS IN DRIVE, MY FOOT WAS FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY RACED AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD ABOUT 10 FEET. I STOMPED HARDER ON THE BRAKES AND THE CAR DID STOP, BUT AT NO TIME HAD MY FOOT EVER LEFT THE BRAKE ...

Apr 19, 2008 Tires 215 mi

DUNLOP AT20 GRANDTREK TIRES, P265/65R17; 6K MILES; SINCE NEW, VEHICLE HAS A SHIMMY STARTING AT 32 MPH AND BEYOND; THESE TIRES HAVE VERY POOR TRACTION DURING WET WEATHER AND MY 4 WHEEL ANTI SLIP CONSTANTLY ENGAGES WHILE DRIVING IN WET WEATHER. DEALERSHIP HAS INSPECTED AND TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THESE...

Apr 19, 2008 Tires 215 mi

DUNLOP AT20 GRANDTREK TIRES, P265/65R17; 6K MILES; SINCE NEW, VEHICLE HAS A SHIMMY STARTING AT 32 MPH AND BEYOND; THESE TIRES HAVE VERY POOR TRACTION DURING WET WEATHER AND MY 4 WHEEL ANTI SLIP CONSTANTLY ENGAGES WHILE DRIVING IN WET WEATHER. DEALERSHIP HAS INSPECTED AND TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THESE...

Apr 4, 2008 Unknown Or Other

2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER WITH BAD GROUND CLEARANCE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE SCRAPES THE GROUND. TOYOTA REPS AND SERVICE REPS KEEP TELLING HER THAT GROUND CLEARANCE IS MEASURED DIFFERENT WAYS. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED SHE WANTED A VEHICLE WITH HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE. THE DEALER TOLD HER THE VEHI...

Apr 4, 2008 Structure

2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER WITH BAD GROUND CLEARANCE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE SCRAPES THE GROUND. TOYOTA REPS AND SERVICE REPS KEEP TELLING HER THAT GROUND CLEARANCE IS MEASURED DIFFERENT WAYS. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED SHE WANTED A VEHICLE WITH HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE. THE DEALER TOLD HER THE VEHI...

Apr 4, 2008 Unknown Or Other

2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER WITH BAD GROUND CLEARANCE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE SCRAPES THE GROUND. TOYOTA REPS AND SERVICE REPS KEEP TELLING HER THAT GROUND CLEARANCE IS MEASURED DIFFERENT WAYS. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED SHE WANTED A VEHICLE WITH HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE. THE DEALER TOLD HER THE VEHI...

Apr 4, 2008 Structure

2007 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER WITH BAD GROUND CLEARANCE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE SCRAPES THE GROUND. TOYOTA REPS AND SERVICE REPS KEEP TELLING HER THAT GROUND CLEARANCE IS MEASURED DIFFERENT WAYS. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED SHE WANTED A VEHICLE WITH HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE. THE DEALER TOLD HER THE VEHI...

Feb 25, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

DRIVING A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 V6 4 WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE ON A HIGHWAY AT THE SPEED LIMIT OF 70 MPH. IN THE LEFT LANE (4 LANE HIGHWAY). I SLOWED DOWN TO CHANGE LANES ENTERING THE RIGHT LANE, I THINK APPLYING THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER. AS I BEGAN TO ACCELERATE AGAIN IN THE RIGHT LANE, ...

Feb 25, 2008 Equipment

DRIVING A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 V6 4 WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE ON A HIGHWAY AT THE SPEED LIMIT OF 70 MPH. IN THE LEFT LANE (4 LANE HIGHWAY). I SLOWED DOWN TO CHANGE LANES ENTERING THE RIGHT LANE, I THINK APPLYING THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER. AS I BEGAN TO ACCELERATE AGAIN IN THE RIGHT LANE, ...

Feb 25, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

DRIVING A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 V6 4 WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE ON A HIGHWAY AT THE SPEED LIMIT OF 70 MPH. IN THE LEFT LANE (4 LANE HIGHWAY). I SLOWED DOWN TO CHANGE LANES ENTERING THE RIGHT LANE, I THINK APPLYING THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER. AS I BEGAN TO ACCELERATE AGAIN IN THE RIGHT LANE, ...

Feb 25, 2008 Equipment

DRIVING A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 V6 4 WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE ON A HIGHWAY AT THE SPEED LIMIT OF 70 MPH. IN THE LEFT LANE (4 LANE HIGHWAY). I SLOWED DOWN TO CHANGE LANES ENTERING THE RIGHT LANE, I THINK APPLYING THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER. AS I BEGAN TO ACCELERATE AGAIN IN THE RIGHT LANE, ...

Feb 15, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

STRONG SULFUR SMELL WHEN UNDER ACCELERATION. *TR

Feb 15, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

STRONG SULFUR SMELL WHEN UNDER ACCELERATION. *TR

Dec 9, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 750 mi

EXCESSIVE SULFUR/AMMONIA SMELL IN THE CABIN DURING HEAVY ACCELERATION. REPORTED ISSUE TO TOYOTA DEALER (PUENTE HILLS TOYOTA) DURING SERVICE. DEALER STATED NO TSB'S ISSUED FOR THIS PROBLEM YET, HOWEVER, STATED THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH EARLIER MODELS OF TOYOTA 4 RUNNERS. SINCE TOYOTA HAD Y...

Dec 9, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 750 mi

EXCESSIVE SULFUR/AMMONIA SMELL IN THE CABIN DURING HEAVY ACCELERATION. REPORTED ISSUE TO TOYOTA DEALER (PUENTE HILLS TOYOTA) DURING SERVICE. DEALER STATED NO TSB'S ISSUED FOR THIS PROBLEM YET, HOWEVER, STATED THAT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH EARLIER MODELS OF TOYOTA 4 RUNNERS. SINCE TOYOTA HAD Y...

Nov 15, 2007 Power Train

AFTER STOPPING AND STARTING TO GO AGAIN, THERE IS SOMETIMES A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE AND IT FEELS LIKE SOMETHING IS FALLING OUT OF THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR. *TR

Nov 15, 2007 Power Train

AFTER STOPPING AND STARTING TO GO AGAIN, THERE IS SOMETIMES A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE AND IT FEELS LIKE SOMETHING IS FALLING OUT OF THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR. *TR

Nov 5, 2007 Steering 1,495 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 45-70, THE CONTACT FELT A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE PRESENT. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT IT WAS A NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC OF THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 2,500 AND THE ...

Nov 5, 2007 Steering 5,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAS A SHIMMY IN THE STEERING WHEEL AT FREEWAY SPEED. TOOK PROBLEM TO THE DEALER AND THEY INDICATED IT WAS A NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC OF THE 4RUNNER. *TR

Nov 5, 2007 Steering 1,495 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 45-70, THE CONTACT FELT A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE PRESENT. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT IT WAS A NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC OF THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 2,500 AND THE ...

Nov 5, 2007 Steering 5,000 mi

2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAS A SHIMMY IN THE STEERING WHEEL AT FREEWAY SPEED. TOOK PROBLEM TO THE DEALER AND THEY INDICATED IT WAS A NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC OF THE 4RUNNER. *TR

Oct 17, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 60 mi

WHEN ACCELERATING ANYTHING OVER BABYING IT THE VEHICLE'S EXHAUST EMITS A STRONG SULFUR (ROTTEN EGGS) ODOR. WHETHER THE WINDOWS ARE UP OR DOWN THE VEHICLE IS FILLED WITH THE AWFUL STENCH. WITH THE WINDOWS DOWN IT IS A MUCH STRONGER UNPLEASANT ODOR. P.S. THE INCIDENT DATE THAT I FIRST NOTICED THIS...

Oct 17, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 60 mi

WHEN ACCELERATING ANYTHING OVER BABYING IT THE VEHICLE'S EXHAUST EMITS A STRONG SULFUR (ROTTEN EGGS) ODOR. WHETHER THE WINDOWS ARE UP OR DOWN THE VEHICLE IS FILLED WITH THE AWFUL STENCH. WITH THE WINDOWS DOWN IT IS A MUCH STRONGER UNPLEASANT ODOR. P.S. THE INCIDENT DATE THAT I FIRST NOTICED THIS...

Oct 15, 2007 Wheels 16,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS UNABLE TO REMOVE THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WHILE TRYING TO REPAIR A FLAT TIRE. HE REMOVED THE BOLTS; HOWEVER, THE TIRE WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. AS OF OCTOBER 15, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER INFORM...

Oct 15, 2007 Wheels 16,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS UNABLE TO REMOVE THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WHILE TRYING TO REPAIR A FLAT TIRE. HE REMOVED THE BOLTS; HOWEVER, THE TIRE WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. AS OF OCTOBER 15, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER INFORM...

Jun 11, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONER ON. HAZARD AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS. WILL DRIVE ITSELF FORWARD UP HILLS AND ALONG FLAT ROADS WITHOUT ACCELERATOR BEING TOUCHED WHEN AC IS ON. THE HIGHER THE AC FAN SPEED THE FASTER THE VEHICLE GOES. DEALER DOES NOT HAVE "COMPUTER PROGRAM" TO FIX. THIS IS A S...

Jun 11, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONER ON. HAZARD AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS. WILL DRIVE ITSELF FORWARD UP HILLS AND ALONG FLAT ROADS WITHOUT ACCELERATOR BEING TOUCHED WHEN AC IS ON. THE HIGHER THE AC FAN SPEED THE FASTER THE VEHICLE GOES. DEALER DOES NOT HAVE "COMPUTER PROGRAM" TO FIX. THIS IS A S...

Jan 9, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 2,200 mi

2007 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER FAST IDLE WHEN COLD IS 1500 RPM.. WHEN THE CAR IS PUT IN GEAR AT THAT RPM THE CAR LAUNCHES. THIS IS A SERIOUS HAZARD ESPECIALLY IF YOU DON'T EXPECT IT. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET OUT FROM BETWEEN 2 PARKS CARD WITH THE ENGINE RACING. DEALER WILL NOT HELP - CLAIMS THE COMPUTER HAS...

Jan 9, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 2,200 mi

2007 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER FAST IDLE WHEN COLD IS 1500 RPM.. WHEN THE CAR IS PUT IN GEAR AT THAT RPM THE CAR LAUNCHES. THIS IS A SERIOUS HAZARD ESPECIALLY IF YOU DON'T EXPECT IT. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET OUT FROM BETWEEN 2 PARKS CARD WITH THE ENGINE RACING. DEALER WILL NOT HELP - CLAIMS THE COMPUTER HAS...

Jan 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 200 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS WERE APPROXIMATELY AN INCH APART. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR HE ALSO INADVERTENTLY APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL. *AK UPDATED 1/31/2007 - *NM

Jan 8, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 200 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS WERE APPROXIMATELY AN INCH APART. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR HE ALSO INADVERTENTLY APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL. *AK UPDATED 1/31/2007 - *NM

Jan 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 200 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS WERE APPROXIMATELY AN INCH APART. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR HE ALSO INADVERTENTLY APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL. *AK UPDATED 1/31/2007 - *NM

Jan 8, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 200 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS WERE APPROXIMATELY AN INCH APART. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR HE ALSO INADVERTENTLY APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL. *AK UPDATED 1/31/2007 - *NM

Dec 4, 2006 Air Bags 45 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR AT REST AND ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITION, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG ILLUMINATED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO INDICATED WHEN THE REAR SEAT WAS FOLDED AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT TOUCHED THE REAR SEAT, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR...

Dec 4, 2006 Air Bags 45 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR AT REST AND ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITION, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG ILLUMINATED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO INDICATED WHEN THE REAR SEAT WAS FOLDED AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT TOUCHED THE REAR SEAT, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR...