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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2010 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
33000 mi
I bought this truck new and it was a LEMON. New drive shaft, faulty roof rack, transmission issues but the real problem was occasionally when I applied the breaks quickly the motor would cut off and I had NO power steering.
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
49180 mi
replace rear hatch lift supports
95000 mi
US $32
Replaced hood support struts
122000 mi
US $100
Replaced front left side window weather strip.
4000 mi
Lumbar Suppport on Drivers Power Seat Failed.
44000 mi
Struts that hold the trunk lid open failed completely.
60000 mi
Rear door struts replaced.
6000 mi
US $100
Upon tire rotation, two different tire shop broke five lug bolts total, even using a torque wrench set to 83 Ftlbs.
4Runner forums are reporting "weak" bolts from other owners. My experience is the same.
36000 mi
Replaced Lumbar support system on drivers side of vehicle.
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
20000 mi
Rearview mirror was loose and would not hold position
193000 mi
US $100
Skid plate reinstalled. Mechanic stripped bolts during oil change.
44000 mi
Rear liftgate struts failed. Both were replaced under warranty. Rear liftgate struts failed. Replaced under warranty
72000 mi
Driver keyhole did not function. Dealer determined that the lock mechanism had become detached inside door (likely due to previous door lock actuator replacement by dealer)
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