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2024 Toyota 4Runner problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 10 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

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The 2024 Toyota 4Runner has 10 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of October 2026). The most-reported system is body at 3 complaints, typically surfacing around 2,038 miles (~$1,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Toyota 4Runner owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2021 4Runner 36 1
2022 4Runner 39 3
2023 4Runner 33 1
2024 4Runner (this page) 10 1
2025 4Runner 60 1
2026 4Runner 0 2
2024 Toyota 4Runner
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Reliability score
8.6 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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Should you avoid this 2024 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.

NHTSA crash-test safety ratings 4 / 5 overall

Overall ★★★★★ 4/5
Frontal crash ★★★★★ 4/5
Side crash ★★★★★ 5/5
Rollover ★★★★★ 3/5

Driver-assist features on the tested model: Electronic stability control: Standard · Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program — tested configuration: 2024 Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 4WD. Stars rate crash protection in NHTSA's tests, not overall reliability — see the owner-complaint data below for what actually goes wrong.

Buying a used 2024 Toyota 4Runner? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 8.6/10 model. The priciest documented failure is body (~$1,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

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Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints

body
3 reports · fails ~2,038 mi · avg $1,500
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2024 4Runner · body
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, the rear passenger-side seat belt strap detached. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the failure occurred due to an outside…
10/17/2024 · at 2,038 mi · NHTSA ODI #11620439.0 · see body pattern →
2024 4Runner · airbags Crash
The vehicle was involved in an accident resulting in a roll-over (1.5 times) stopping inverted, on the roof. All the airbags deployed but the engine continued to run until manually shut off approximately 5 minutes after the accident.
09/25/2026 · NHTSA ODI #11767046.0
2024 4Runner · wheels
On [XXX] I was driving my '24 4Runner Limited with factory installed Yokohama Geolander G96 245 60 20 tires and had the driver side rear tire inner sidewall blow out. There was nothing in the road that could've hit the rear tire after missing the front tire. I called Yokohama…
09/23/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11616089.0
2024 4Runner · body
Last October we purchased a new 4 Runner (vin [XXX] ) and to date we have a little over 200 miles on it. The primary issue surrounding the lack of usage is that the running boards “platform" does not extend far enough out from the body. My wife has an extremely hard time both…
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 24V548000 July 23, 2024

Gulf States Toyota, Inc

A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

Common questions

Is the 2024 Toyota 4Runner reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 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 2024 Toyota 4Runner?

On the NHTSA data, the 2024 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 8.6/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2024 Toyota 4Runner?

Inspect the body first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 3 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 2,038 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2024 Toyota 4Runner a good used car to buy?

It scores 8.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 10 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is body. Typical failure occurs around 2,038 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2024 Toyota 4Runner?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 3 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 2,038 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 2,038 miles. 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 2024 Toyota 4Runner?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 10 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, 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 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2024/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 purchase through them.