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2013 Toyota 4Runner repairs by problem area

Engine (10%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (20%)

Brakes and Traction Control (15%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 20 repairs.
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2013 Toyota 4Runner repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (24%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (12%)

< $100 (47%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Toyota 4Runner

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Toyota 4Runner in Virginia, United States
Nov 2021 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022

73000 mi

US $1000
Front brake calipers, rotors and pads 

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2013 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

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

Toyota 4Runner in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2012 - Mar 2019
Sep 2016

40000 mi

US $27
Exhaust system rattle - had the dealer remove an extraneous heat shield. Had this done in Canada on a camping trip. Confirmed by local dealer that this is common. Transmission started acting up - hill hold not working properly with slip indicator flashing, going from reverse to drive while parking or pulling out of driveway would occasionally stick in neutral (engine rev with controls in drive). Defective transmission - replaced under warranty. 
Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States
Apr 2015 - Jul 2018
Nov 2017

61000 mi

US $60
Driver's door actuator motor failed, causing the Driver's door not to lock/unlock properly. I purchased an OEM rebuilt door actuator, and replaced it myself. The repair took about an hour, the new motor has worked fine since. 
Toyota 4Runner in New York, United States
Mar 2016 - Jul 2022
Mar 2022

89000 mi

US $650
Rear brakes and rotors 
Toyota 4Runner in Oregon, United States
Jun 2013 - Jul 2018
Dec 2013

8000 mi
drivers side electric seat adjustment broken 
May 2018

734500 mi

US $650
Disc replacement and rotors 
Toyota 4Runner in Massachusetts, United States
Feb 2023 - Jul 2023
Mar 2023

150000 mi

US $1500
excessive rust on radiator column - rust damage similar to 4runners2004-2009 due to air condition water escape location frame rust undercarriage shows excessive rust caused by northeast winter salt anti rust treatment/oil required to protect frame from winter salt 
May 2023

151000 mi
car door ajar warning when driving- noticed happens when after using trunk - wd40 lock to subside rust for few days then applied white grease 
Jul 2023

151000 mi

US $467
original rear shocks gone - replaced with generic 
Toyota 4Runner in Massachusetts, United States
Aug 2015 - Jan 2017
Dec 2016

58000 mi
clunking noise coming from front 
Toyota 4Runner in California, United States
Apr 2013 - Oct 2013
Oct 2013

9000 mi
front CV boots ripped from unknown activity, requiring replacement. 
Toyota 4Runner in Ohio, United States
Jan 2014 - Nov 2014
Nov 2014

32000 mi
Ticking noise in the engin is very loud in our 2013, but our 2010 does not have it. The ticking is getting worse and louder especially in the cold. Dealer was not able to diagnose and said it "must be normal" 
Toyota 4Runner in Massachusetts, United States
Feb 2014 - Oct 2016
Mar 2016

56000 mi
Needle bearing in the front differential was replaced 

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2013 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

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

Toyota 4Runner in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2013 - Nov 2017
Mar 2016

60760 mi
4 wheel drive Accuator was leaking oil 
Toyota 4Runner in Virginia, United States
Dec 2013 - Dec 2017
Aug 2015

41000 mi

US $300
Antenna mast seized and could not be unscrewed from the base before the car wash. Repair: Replaced antenna base 
Oct 2017

77000 mi

US $600
Rear wheel bearing hub replaced 
Toyota 4Runner in Nevada, United States
Dec 2012 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

162000 mi

US $1100
Spiral wire connecting to horn switch 
Toyota 4Runner in Texas, United States
Nov 2013 - Jun 2022
Jan 2018

58426 mi

US $500
Toyota 4Runner Limited has X-REA suspension with shocks that all developed leaks and had to be replaced along with connecting tubes and control absorber assemblies. In this model, shocks are connected to each other via a hydraulic system that was going to cost $3,000 to $4,000 to replace. After some work paid labor only, Toyota replaced parts at no cost to owner. 
Toyota 4Runner in New Jersey, United States
Nov 2014 - Jun 2022
May 2022

112000 mi

US $1950
Replaced leaking xres struts 

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