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ProblemsByVin File / 2019-TOYOTA-4RUNNER NHTSA data synced 8 hours ago
2019 · Toyota

Toyota 4Runner problems

64 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2019 4Runner?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

steering
10 reports · avg $700
severe
electrical
8 reports · fails ~23,333 mi · avg $850
severe
fuel system
6 reports · fails ~6,100 mi · avg $1,200
moderate
airbags
5 reports · fails ~41,000 mi · avg $1,100
severe
powertrain
4 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
suspension
4 reports · fails ~22,700 mi · avg $900
moderate
visibility
4 reports · fails ~18,991 mi · avg $350
moderate
brakes
3 reports · fails ~1,631 mi · avg $450
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 4Runner · electrical
My 2019 Toyota 4Runner was inhabited by a rat that chewed the wiring harness in at least 3 different areas. The damage occurred between 8pm and 7am. The vehicle started with lights on the dash illuminated. The car was out into drive and was jerking. Reverse had the same…
2019 4Runner · powertrain
This brand new 4runner makes loud groaning sound from the first day until now, every time when transferring from reverse to drive or drive to reverse on a hill road, no matter an alley or a parking way. People who heard of it said it should be a transmission problem and it's…
2019 4Runner · electrical
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact waited an hour and was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The…
11/22/2021 · at 15,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11441279.0 · see electrical pattern →
2019 4Runner · airbags Crash
The contact owned a 2019 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH and hauling a trailer, the rear driver’s side tire blew out, and due to the weight shift the passenger’s side trailer tire blew out as well, causing the trailer to be tilted before crashing…
11/07/2025 · at 62,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11698181.0 · see airbags pattern →
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 18V753000 October 25, 2018

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles that SET modified to be equipped with a TRD wheel package

An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: SET will notify owners and mail them corrected certification labels, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET18A.
severe NHTSA 19V670000 September 20, 2019

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles

Loose fasteners may cause a loss of vehicle control, or cause an accessory to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-tighten the steering and suspension fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 19, 2019. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET19B.

Common questions

Is the 2019 Toyota 4Runner reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Toyota 4Runner is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2019 Toyota 4Runner?

On the NHTSA data, the 2019 Toyota 4Runner does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 Toyota 4Runner?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 10 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Toyota 4Runner has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Toyota 4Runner?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 64 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 8 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Toyota/4Runner. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Toyota. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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