Toyota 4Runner Toyota 4Runner

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Toyota 4Runner repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (6%)

Select a problem area

Show all problems

Need advice about a specific Toyota 4Runner problem?

Chart based on 1525 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the Toyota 4Runner.

Toyota 4Runner brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (37%)

< $100 (16%)

Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind.

Chart based on 184 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2021 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

9920 mi Squeaky brakes, pads replaced, all good! 

Return to top

2017 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

66000 mi

US $675
Front calipers were frozen. Dealer covered cost of replacement parts, I covered cost of repair. 

Return to top

2016 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

9000 mi Adjusted parking brake as it was not holding vehicle on inclines 

Return to top

2016 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

36580 mi

C $377
Brake service. Not a replacement. Pads were at 50%. 
28520 mi

C $245
Front brake rotors were warped - replaced rotors and new brake pads in front only 
13020 mi front brakes sticking on 

Return to top

2015 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

20460 mi

C $700
Drums and rotors replaced on front wheels 

Return to top

2014 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

55000 mi

US $550
brakes had to be fully replaced, first time since new 

Return to top

2013 Toyota 4Runner

Engine not specified

73000 mi

US $1000
Front brake calipers, rotors and pads 

Return to top

2013 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

89000 mi

US $650
Rear brakes and rotors 
734500 mi

US $650
Disc replacement and rotors 

Return to top

2012 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

108000 mi

US $650
Rear brake pads have started wearing at the rate of 1 set per 15k miles. The original set was replaced at about 82k miles. Now at 109k miles and have gone through 2 complete sets of pads and rotors since the original. Switched back to all Toyota parts as the shop was not able to find anything actually wrong with the brake system. It could be a brake proportioning issue. 

Return to top

2011 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

88900 mi

US $750
turned rotors 
30000 mi Since I purchased this vehicle I have been reporting a serious life threatening mechanical problem and have not to this day had it fixed by Toyota care specialist. When pressing the brake pedal firmly to stop the front wheels lock up + skid 
81000 mi

US $300
Replaced Brake pads and rotors front and rear 
60000 mi

US $540
New brake pads and resurfaced the rotors 

Return to top

2011 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

26040 mi

C $75
ABS engages in dry conditions under moderately strong braking 

Return to top

2010 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

57660 mi

C $25
Front right wheel speed sensor ordered. Checked the wire but it tested ok. Wire breakage is common on these models. 
63240 mi

C $180
traction control, abs, slip sensor dash lights on. front right abs wheel speed sensor and wiring harness found to be open internally. 
70680 mi

C $700
Front right wheel speed sensor not working. Was replaced already but repair didn't fix all the lights on dash, abs, traction control. needed high quality sensor, and lights went away on next start. also replaced both rear brake pads and rotors. pads worn down to metal, but front still has 3/4 pads. 
85000 mi After the last brake service, there was an annoying sound when I would apply the brakes, so, the dealer corrected the issue during this service. All is well. They also adjusted the parking break at this time. 
151000 mi

US $70
Factory rotors installed last year weared unevenly causing shaking while braking. Resurfaced rotors and fixed the issue. Not a heavy braker, assume the cheaper brake pads may be the issue. Calipers are still functioning perfectly. 
100440 mi

C $3268
Rotors calipers pads front and back rebuilt calipers put in T R D parts.and new bushings front and back 

Return to top

2010 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

145000 mi

US $1000
Replaced brake pads and rotors 
40700 mi Brake calipers, rotors, and pads replaced. We do get harsh winters up here and there is a lot of road salt put down and also a solution of brine and beet juice is used. 
54366 mi

C $3267
All rotors, pads, callipers 
94240 mi

C $270
Thanks youtube. Pretty easy brake job and only damaged and had to replace one part that was self inflicted. Saved over $1000. 

Return to top

2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

152000 mi

US $2000
Brake pads, rotors, and lines all replaced (preventive), fluid flushed 
100000 mi

US $1500
new calipers 

Return to top

2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

111000 mi

US $1100
normal maintenance [brakes] 

Return to top

2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

120000 mi

US $1100
Full front brakes with rotors and calipers 
57320 mi

C $1800
Two front calipers seized at certain extent. Replaced both. 
32240 mi

C $150
Calipers 
105000 mi

US $80
While replacing brake pads and rotors, found that the front passenger caliper had a seized piston (the inner rearward piston). Bought new brake calipers for all the wheels to head off any further issues. Everything is good now. 
167000 mi

US $80
Found the front driver side brake caliper had a seized piston. (Previously the passenger side was seized.) Replaced both front brake calipers. 
206000 mi

US $300
This time the driver rear and the passenger front calipers had seized pistons. Replaced all calipers with Stoptech branded ones. Painted all calipers and made sure to grease around all piston boots during Stoptech Z36 pad installation. Hope this lasts longer than one year... 
250000 mi

US $150
Front calipers seized. One piston on driver side, three pistons on passenger side. Painted piston cups with ZRC zinc treatment to act as anode to prevent rusting of pistons to caliper body. 
131000 mi

US $967
Brake repair  

Return to top

2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

155700 mi

US $350
Rear calipers were shot. Replaced both rear calipers with new loaded calipers and bled brake system. 
180000 mi

US $540
Front calipers were replaced. Replaced front rotors and pads. 
120000 mi

US $740
And I replaced the calipers and pads. l added ss break lines. 
185000 mi

US $2200
ABS/master cylinder replacement 
104000 mi

US $700
Stuck front calipers, replaced both front calipers 

Return to top

2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

84200 mi

US $320
During brake pad replacement the calipers could not open wide enough for the new pads...new calipers were installed. 
122000 mi

US $900
brakes and rotors and calipers 
185000 mi

US $2300
Front brakes with both calipers and rotors replaced. 

Return to top

2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

95000 mi

US $250
Stuck left front caliper 
243000 mi

US $5000
New brakes and rotor The Abs system lights are on 
136000 mi

US $900
New pads, rotors and calipers in front L&R 
195000 mi

US $450
Brakes were spongy 
157480 mi

C $120
Rear right brake caliper seized. Replaced caliper and pads. 
179800 mi

C $110
rear right caliper seized. NAPA part fitted a year ago 
114000 mi

US $450
Front brake lower piston rusted and seized in the caliper. I had to replace both front calipers. Appears to be know problem with this Gen 4runner 
68000 mi

US $700
calipers 
130200 mi

C $2000
Needed new pads, rotors machined, front and back brakes 

Return to top

2006 Toyota 4Runner

Engine not specified

111300 mi

US $450
calipers front 

Return to top

2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

184000 mi

US $500
Frozen brake calipers. Replaced all four. Replaced front brake lines. 
185000 mi

US $100
Rusted hardware. Needed replacement. 
99200 mi

C $240
Broken parking brake cable pin on rear right wheel. 
105400 mi

C $1200
Right rear brake calliper broken. Replaced. 
139500 mi

C $500
Seized rear caliper. Replaced both rear calipers, discs and pads. 

Return to top

2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

183000 mi

US $611
Steering angle sensor was failing and needed to be replaced 
290000 mi

US $500
New brake rotors & pads.  
172000 mi

US $100
Frozen Calipers 

Return to top

2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

62200 mi

US $680
Replaced brake pads and rotor in front. Rebuilt calipers (jammed) front and back. 
63000 mi

US $240
Replaced rear wheel speed sensor. 
50000 mi

US $600
Seized calipers on front rotors. 
14000 mi ABS, VSC and other brake related warning lights came on. Also had trouble getting out of 4WD with center differential locked. Dealer found no problem and reset computer. 
94000 mi

US $250
Lower Piston on the calipers were frozen. Had to replace both Drivers and passenger side calipers 
119000 mi

US $300
front caliper pistons siezed. damaged rotors and brake pads. 
152000 mi

US $95
replace right front caliper due to seized pistons. 
93000 mi

US $525
Both driver side and pass. front caliper pistons were seized up. This is the 2nd time the driver-front has been replaced. Well known weak spot on 4th gen 4runners. 
144000 mi

US $1100
Frozen front calipers - again. Both front calipers pads and rotors replaced, rear pads and fluid flush. While apart I had a front CV axle replaced which had a torn boot for about 2 years (but was still driving fine). 
60000 mi

US $1000
Brake Calipers replacement 
86000 mi

US $850
Replaced all four rotors, brake pads, both front brake calipers (seized). 
103000 mi

US $400
Front calipers froze (2nd time). Replaced calipers, rotors, and pads. 
110000 mi Brakes make squeaking noise while braking lightly. Replaced "caliper parts kit". Fixed for approx 3-4 weeks. Vehicle will be returning for repair again. 
73320 mi

C $150
pulsating in brakes caused by seized caliper (one of four pistons). replaced with new pads. pulsating is gone.  
93000 mi

C $60
seized rear caliper replaced & pads 
107880 mi

C $250
1 caliper seized. Brakes pulsating so new rotors & pads 
151600 mi

US $350
Rotors warped, calipers seized 
135000 mi

US $640
Lower piston on driver side front brake caliper froze. Likely cause is rust due to operation in mid-west winter road conditions. 
167000 mi

US $2000
Replace calipers, lines, rotors, and pads all around. Majority of calipers were sticking (known issue on front calipers). Also topped off AC. 

Return to top

2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

76880 mi

C $1400
Replaced front calipers, rotors and pads. Stuck Piston in caliper 
109000 mi

US $652
Calipers frozen on front. 
131000 mi Frozen front caliper (again), inboard lower piston seized. Replaced caliper under warranty. 
107000 mi

US $600
All four brake calipers had one or more seized pistons and had to be replaced. Wear items were not included in the cost. 
35000 mi

US $2600
Brakes needed calipers to be replaced. 

Return to top

2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

116000 mi

US $300
Stuck front caliper, replaced pads, rotors, and calipers. 
181000 mi

US $1700
Brake line and caliper due to seepage of fluid 
158000 mi

US $900
Replaced brake pads and rotors on all four wheels. 
139000 mi

US $1000
shop notice the left axle broken in addition to rear brakes worn. left rear caliper was broken too 
183000 mi

US $540
brake lines replacement  
196000 mi

US $1200
front pair brakes /pads/ rotors / brake line/ calipers replacement - worn and rusted 
216000 mi

US $240
Rear brake lines corroded Brake fluid leak on rear axle 
220000 mi

US $1200
calipers completed rusted thru - brake failure due to brake fluid leak- require new rotors/pads/dics/brake lines main rear brakes line also completely rotted out noticed rust damage on left and righjt arms of frame behind front wheels - require patching to slow rust damage 
98000 mi

US $165
Stuck RF brake caliper. Replaced them both. 
112000 mi My left front brake caliper seized again. I replaced it under warranty, but had to do a complete brake job (rotors and all) because the rotor was so hot it became warped. It pretty much needed pads anyway (40%) but annoying about the caliper 
164700 mi Caliper piston stuck 
186000 mi

US $200
Replace both front calipers and pads, replace rear pads, both front and rear rotors turned. 
60000 mi

US $350
Needed front brakes done. Said R & L calipers needed replaced. Inner piston frozen. Rotors fine. Bought rebuilt lifetime warranty calipers. Saved $500. 
82000 mi

US $75
Front calpers went bad lower piston sticking on both left in right side. purchase aftermarket parts previously so this time warranty on parts just paid labor 
158700 mi

US $350
Replaced rotors, calipers, pads. Bled brake lines. 
182000 mi

US $80
LF caliper froze. Replaced caliper and rotor on the drivers side only. 
221000 mi

US $250
Replaces both right and left front calipers and pads. Did not replace rotors. 
91000 mi

US $1200
Front brake calipers suffered frozen pistons, a known issue for these units. Cost includes pads, rotors and brake hoses (preventive) as well. 
59000 mi

US $266
Replaced seized brake caliper Brake caliper had siezed causing excessive heat and friction. Replaced caliper.  

Return to top

2005 Toyota 4Runner 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

65000 mi

US $665
Bad filter set engine light killed traction control. Part replaced. 

Return to top

2004 Toyota 4Runner

Engine not specified

123000 mi

US $2000
Substandard factory calipers warp rotors on all 4 wheels. Had to replace calipers, rotors and pads on all 4 wheels. 
63000 mi

US $800
Brake calipers froze. One in the front and one in the rear. 

Return to top

2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

209000 mi

US $4000
Replaced brake master cylinder, brake boosters, and ABS control unit 
144000 mi

US $830
brake pads, rotors and one caliper 
172000 mi

US $2800
Rotors and calipers were badly corroded due to salt from car being in snow belt area of NY for 4 winters.  
176000 mi

US $300
Replaced Front Rotors and Pads. 

Return to top

2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

155000 mi

US $230
stability and traction control lights stay on. Dealer reset system 
90000 mi

US $200
Stuck Caliper 
97000 mi 2 caliper pins replaced 
124000 mi

US $450
Replaced frozen front brake caliper and both front rotors 
78000 mi

US $600
front calipers worn out both sides, replaced. 
138700 mi While doing brakejob noticed both front inner small caliper pistons were sticking. Ordered new AM (German) calipers for $180 both, replaced myself. 
70000 mi

US $120
Yaw sensor recalibration. Was caused by battery change at non-Toyota repair shop. 
103000 mi

US $129
The "brake switch" was faulty, making it difficult to get the car out of Park when facing uphill; also caused the ABS, TRAC and VSC warning lights to come on after stopping. The transmission override always worked to get the car out of Park. 
165400 mi

US $650
Both brake lines blew, at same time. 
83000 mi

US $600
Front caliper pistons were frozen. One piston on each Replaces all 4 rotors and pads 
145980 mi

C $575
checked parking brake cables - to be replaced later 
162940 mi

C $1317
replaced all brakes calipers and pads cleaned brake cables 
135700 mi

US $2100
Two front caliper pistons were frozen 
39000 mi

US $450
Frozen front calipers, both sides. 
51200 mi

US $385
Both front calipers had frozen pistons, so they were replaced with remanufactured calipers. 
154000 mi

US $850
Frozen brake caliper- replaced pads, rotors and calipers 

Return to top

2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

118300 mi

US $500
Right front caliper frozen. Replaced caliper, and performed routine brake service 

Return to top

2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

35000 mi

US $571
Replaced Seized Driver Side Front Brake Caliper under extended warranty. Replaced brake pads on all wheels. Turned all brake rotors. Brake Fluid Changed. Cost listed does not inlude cost of warranty repair. 
42000 mi Frozen Passenger Side Brake Caliper. Caliper replaced. Brake Pads and Brake Rotor were not replaced since they were not worn or damaged. 
159960 mi

C $364
The caliper on the front passenger side was seized and needed to be replaced. The brakes were beginning to audibly squeal most of the time when I took it in. 
261640 mi

C $200
Front right caliper seized; replaced. Date of repair: May 25, 2016 
298840 mi

C $1700
brake pads, rotors, and one front caliper. 
178560 mi

C $2400
front new calipers, rotors, break pads, running board bracket repair (rock damage)Total tax included $ 2,400 CA 
162000 mi

US $1500
Pulsating brakes: replaced front rotors & calipers 
63000 mi

US $400
Front caliper seized, both rotors turned, new pads. Extended warranty only paid for one side rotor/pads, but both sides had to be replaced at once. 
70700 mi

US $114
Right rear caliper rebuilt, not covered by warranty. 
88000 mi

US $483
Front left caliper rubbing constantly. Replaced. Also replaced both rear brake rotors and pads as a maintenance issue. 
155000 mi

US $1100
Replace front rotors and calipers 
37180 mi

C $410
Front calipers seized. Calipers and front rotors replaced under warranty. Front and rear Pads and rear rotors replaced at own expense. 
82000 mi replaced two seized front brake calipers 
128700 mi

US $400
Rear calipers seized 
153000 mi

US $900
brake rotors, calipers, pads replaced 
227000 mi Caliper was not releasing, generating a lot of heat. Replaced calipers, rotors and pads 
236000 mi

US $700
Front calipers sticking again, replaced and also new pads. 

Return to top

2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

79000 mi

US $2400
They use some sort of 4 prong caliper in the brakes for the 4 Runner along with some Lexus models. The calipers on both wheels dug into the drum ruining the pad, rotor etc. Entire new brake assemblies had to be ordered. About $1200 for just the brakes. 
115000 mi

US $400
Vehicle stability control light on, dealer replaced sensor $165 plus labor 
106020 mi

C $550
front calipers replaced for the 3rd time! 
170500 mi Rear brakes were dragging. Pins in callipers were replaced. 
60000 mi

US $1450
Brake Rotors and Drums damaged. Front Caliper seized. No brake warning light was ever noticed. Took car to Mechanic because braking took longer. 
84000 mi

US $50
Traction control and stability control lights were on. Mechanic diagnosed the code and reset the computer 
93200 mi

US $1500
Check engine light. Traction control stability control stopped working. 
130000 mi

US $395
Brake pads were worn and needed replaced 
138260 mi

C $400
replaced front pads rotors and calipers. calipers siezed. service rear e-brake shoes and rear calipers. 
145700 mi vsc lights on after emission test.test erased settings in ecm and required a dealer reset.zero point calibration..after several calls to dealer and drive clean was cost covered 
159340 mi free up stuck caliper slider pins on both front calipers 
159340 mi

C $450
repl front calipers again...seized and service rear,repl all brake fluid 

Return to top

2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

103000 mi

US $600
front calipers seized again.. 2nd time owning vehicle, 
93000 mi

C $650
seized RF caliper 
99200 mi

C $1000
E-brake adjustment. 
170500 mi

C $450
seized right front caliper 
119000 mi

US $260
After having brakes flushed, ABS and Traction control lights came on. 
95000 mi

US $1200
Right and left front brake calipers replaced. Remanufactured parts used. 

Return to top

2002 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

156000 mi

US $301
Replaced sway bar link. 

Return to top

2001 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

117000 mi

US $100
The parking brake was sticking 

Return to top

2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

48900 mi

US $700
Brake calipers causing pulsation when stopping. Replaced calipers, rotors and pads. 

Return to top

2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

279500 mi

US $405
Drove 40,000 miles in 18 months after last brake service. The front right caliber leaked and had to be replaced along with both my front brake pads that were 70 percent worn. It was an easy job. Luckily the rotors and drums were fine. In 18 month I did 40,000 miles on my brakes and the front right caliber leaked and had to be replaced along with both my front brake pads that were 70% worn. It was an easy job. Luckily the rotors and drums were fine. 
167000 mi

US $600
rear axel seal leak, caused rear brake to drag, replaced seal, pads, and wheel cyl 
211000 mi

US $550
Front caliper was sticking so wore the brake pads unevenly. Needed new front brake pads and calipers. 
124500 mi

US $700
Parking brake frozen on left side. Drilled out and repaired. Also, leaking wheel cylinder. Caused the need for new rear brakes to be installed as well. 
151700 mi

US $1854
Emergency brake was rusted and was dismantled and then fixed. Two new calipers - mechanic noted it was stuck. New rotors up front and turned drums in back. New brake pads up front. 
216200 mi

US $970
Left rear parking brake bell crank assembly seized. Replaced bell crank assemblies on both sides. 
245000 mi

US $423
Both wheel cylinders leaking. Replaced. 
160000 mi

US $120
Front brakes had severe shaking during hard braking. Rotors did not have much wear but pads were 75% consumed. Replaced rotors and brake pads, problem solved. 
174900 mi

US $722
Brake caliper seized. Replaced front calipers, rotors and pads. 

Return to top

2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

73000 mi

US $100
Took delivery of new to me car. Rear Emergancy brake stuck on left side.  

Return to top

1999 Toyota 4Runner

Engine not specified

159000 mi

US $300
The steering wheel would shake violently when braking because the rotors warped. I understand why now. The rotors are too thin for a truck this heavy. I Replaced the front calipers, rotors and pads and flushed fluid. 

Return to top

1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door

6-cylinder manual 4WD

195000 mi

US $120
Brake hydraulic line broke, but found out frame is rusting through, fixed line, but vehicle is on short list for end of life. 
270000 mi

US $900
Brakes had been shuddering on hard braking, now were squeeling all the time. Replaced front brake pads, rotors and calipers 

Return to top

1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 4WD

207000 mi

US $200
Replace brakes, rotors, drums 

Return to top

1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

212000 mi

US $300
Brake booster and master cylinder failure 

Return to top

1998 Toyota 4Runner

Engine not specified

189000 mi

US $1000
Front left caliper was locked up and applying excess pressure on the front left rotor. New brake pads, rotors, and calipers for the front were installed. Front brakes and steering work great now. Pivots on the rear emergency brakes needed to be replaced. 

Return to top

1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

235000 mi

US $600
Replace rotors and pads 

Return to top

1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door

4-cylinder manual 4WD

128960 mi

C $150
seized rear E-brake 

Return to top

1997 Toyota 4Runner

Engine not specified

217700 mi

US $100
Rear drum brakes self over-tightening to the point of rubbing(every 1000mi or so), causing a major rumble. This also warped drums. Problem began after rear axle seals were replaced; possible blame on questionable job done by mechanic 

Return to top

1997 Toyota 4Runner 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 4WD

143000 mi

US $400
brakes were becoming increasingly worse; replaced front calipers and rotors and pads all in one trip 

Return to top

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Toyota models.

Toyota 4Runner Brake Problems

See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. To see how frequently Toyota 4Runner problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.