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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
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 1525 repairs.
Toyota 4Runner electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (5%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (36%)
< $100 (44%)
Chart based on 261 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
| 11780 mi | Fixed running board issue. Replaced control module. Warranty. |
2016 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 8000 mi | Head Unit was randomly restarting. Entune update flashed to head unit. |
| 26383 mi | The factory radio was showing an error code and could not be reset/reflashed so a replacement was ordered it is still under warranty, so will be replaced around the first week of Oct 2018 |
2016 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| 7800 mi | Entune(NAV) system rebooting, so I had the firmware and software updated. |
| 22000 mi | Tire pressure monitor alarm |
| 115940 mi C $5700 |
Replacement of the HVAC radiator assembly. |
2015 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 30200 mi | Entertainment system would reboot from time to time, received a firmware update and it seems to have helped. No problems to report since then. |
| 48000 mi | The screen on my head unit (Entune system) completely froze up and was stuck on the Toyota logo. Would not allow the radio to work or anything that the screen cobtrols. Apparently this is a known problem. Dealer said the entire unit needs to be replaced (an $800 repair) But my warranty is out and I'm pretty ticked off that a two year old Toyota is having this problem. |
| 76000 mi | Door lock actuator on drivers side door went out. |
2015 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 28000 mi | Section of the touchscreen went out and radio was replaced |
| 19000 mi | Head unit would often reboot. Head unit was removed and replaced with new. |
| 40500 mi | radio/navigation system reprogrammed because the radio would occasionally "reboot" while driving |
| 45000 mi | Vent fan on low makes noise upon cold start. Leaves get in the blower fan and make noise. Similar problem on a 2010 Tacoma. |
| 69000 mi | The Entune Radio required a major computer update. this was required to the fact the Map/GPS would just turn off in the middle of a road trip. Also the Bluetooth function completely disappeared. It had to be reloaded. |
| 33000 mi | Media center and navigation system failure. The dealership updated the system software. Problem was resolved. |
| 25000 mi | I was having issues with the infotainment system crashing and rebooting while driving the vehicle. It was found the software was out of date, so they updated the software and the system functions properly as of now. |
2014 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 47100 mi | Entune System regularly froze and rebooted. Dealer updated firmware and helped some. |
| 25000 mi | Updated audio firmware |
| 73000 mi US $550 |
Power door lock actuator in driver door failed and was replaced |
| 49000 mi | Reflashing of Entune software |
2014 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| 22000 mi | Dealer applied software update to correct problems of audio and navigation system freezing up and automatically rebooting. |
| 38000 mi | Audio/Nav system reboots occasionally. Tried software update but couldn't download completely due to error, problem unresolved. |
| 31500 mi | Audio/Nav system reboots occasionally. Tried software update but couldn't download completely due to error, problem unresolved. |
| 48000 mi | Replaced radio, previously identified as malfunctioning |
| 51000 mi US $280 |
Driver door actuator broke, so the remote door lock did not close or open the door Nav/media system kept rebooting every 30 minutes or so. Toyota upgraded the firmware (~$60), but symptoms became worse, now rebooting twice back to back every 5-30 mimutes. |
| 76000 mi | Air blower makes a clicking noise and doesn't run at all sometimes. It will eventually break like it did last year, so took it in and asked to to replace the blower motor before it dies again, but Toyota refused to do it under warranty. |
| 104000 mi US $300 |
The driver side electrical door lock broke again Blower motor broke down |
| 128000 mi US $350 |
Driver side remote door lock failed again. 4th time. |
| 30000 mi | Nav/Radio/ screen was freezing randomly, requiring a reset using the power button. This was happening every week or two. The dealer ran new software and the problem has not recurred. |
| 18000 mi US $60 |
Navigation locking up. Dealer flashed it with the updated fix. |
| 25000 mi | safety connect still not working since acquired from dealer |
| 25000 mi US $285 |
safety connect still not working. |
| 16000 mi | Navigation system resetting, Toyota reset system and installed patches and updates to software. |
2013 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 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. |
| 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 |
2013 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| 162000 mi US $1100 |
Spiral wire connecting to horn switch |
| 41000 mi US $300 |
Antenna mast seized and could not be unscrewed from the base before the car wash. Repair: Replaced antenna base |
2012 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 40500 mi | Replace motor for driver side electric running board as a warranty repair |
2012 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 121700 mi | Drivers door power lock replaced |
2012 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| 5034 mi US $248 |
The mechanic said there was not an issue with the bluetooth, that it was my phone. The service rep called a number from his phone and the person on the other end stated it was horrible and could hear every other word. A new mic was ordered |
2011 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| 67000 mi US $440 |
The AC was leaking into the front floor on drivers and passengers sides. |
2011 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 62000 mi $200 |
Coil wire behind steering wheel failed |
| 58000 mi US $140 |
Battery died, dealer replaced |
| 38000 mi | Air bag malfunction. Replaced/repaired at no cost |
| 1020 mi | Wiring harness under dash came loose |
2010 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 30000 mi US $676 |
30K work up. Driver seat lumbar support not working. Lumbar motor to be replaced at no cost to me (warranty). |
2010 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 35000 mi US $900 |
Warranty work on alternator. |
| 40300 mi | The passenger seat belt chime and airbag on symbol Were active when no passenger was in seat |
| 85560 mi C $225 |
original 2010 oem battery finally packed it in. |
| 1800 mi | Replaced blown fuse for stereo. |
2010 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| 87700 mi | In December I replaced the original battery with a new Toyota battery. In February it was determined the new battery had several bad cells and nearly left me stranded. Replaced the battery at no charge. |
| 71000 mi US $135 |
Truck was completely dead. No power what so ever. Replaced battery now running fine |
| 35960 mi C $443 |
The A/C did not work and they replaced the High PSI Line from Evap as it was deemed to be leaking ... used dye to determine this. Replaced line and recharged the system. |
| 33000 mi | A/C motor was making a fluttering noise. Entire motor was replaced with new part. |
| 45000 mi | Driver's side door lock actuator malfunction. Door would not lock or unlock properly. Dealer replaced actuator under warranty. |
| 72000 mi | Passenger door lock actuator failed. Replaced under warranty. Dealer failed to re-connect assembly properly, requiring second trip to fix issue. Driver door lock actuator failed. Dealer replaced under warranty (after initially being unable to replicate). |
| 76000 mi | Driver's side rear door lock actuator bad. Replaced under warranty. |
| 78000 mi | Rear brake light. |
| 125000 mi US $90 |
Burned out main headlight, driver side. |
| 74400 mi | The airbag light is on on my dash. It has come on intermittently. The cost to trouble shoot the problem is undeterminable from the dealer. So I drive with it on, knowing my airbag likely doesn't work. But it is usually not on. Frustrating. |
2009 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 96000 mi US $890 |
Fixed electric short to rear hatch control module. |
2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 67000 mi | drivers side door lock actuator motor failed. replacement motor installed. |
| 93000 mi | Navigation unit - cd changer stopped working. |
| 169000 mi US $1200 |
Sometimes panic alarm goes off spontaneously. If we are sleeping or gone or inside at work it has killed the battery. 4/5 door latches needed replacement, thought maybe that it was a security glitch but it happened again a year later usually when it’s very cold. It’s happened 6-7 times in 8 years we still don’t know why. Otherwise this vehicle has been extremely reliable and doesn’t feel it’s age or mileage. |
| 86000 mi | Driver door remote lock/unlock failed |
| 90000 mi | Replaced right front door remote operated door lock. Replaced home link garage door opener. |
| 152000 mi US $2000 |
Old battery had defective terminals, replaced with new battery Alternator went bad, replaced with new |
2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 101000 mi US $135 |
Battery needed to be replaced. Original battery was 7 hrs old with 100k+ miles on it. |
| 12400 mi | Main heating circuit board needed to be replaced. 1400$ for part alone. Under warranty. |
| 182000 mi US $800 |
Needed the regular 5k oil change and didn’t always drop into gear. Brake switch was going bad after 13 years. Also had brakes and transmission fluid changed. |
| 8000 mi | Factory installed TomTom GPS was shorted out by TomTom. |
| 37000 mi | Several harnesses failed or improperly installed. Battery and voltage regulator replaced. |
| 41000 mi US $101 |
Relay on harness repaired in September for the air bag, traction, and turn signals went out |
| 123000 mi US $20 |
Left turn signal bulb. Mybe 15 to 20 minutes. The battery had to be removed. Maintenance light. |
| 114000 mi US $22 |
Lights in climate control display burned out and needed to be replaced. |
| 27000 mi | Stock radio replaced under warranty. |
| 69000 mi | a/c was not cold |
| 79000 mi | replaced passenger side front power window switch |
| 125800 mi US $299 |
Was getting ABS/Trac/VSC error lights and systems would shut off, fixed by replacing both a brake light switch and relay |
2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 170000 mi US $800 |
Alternator went. Must have been going for a little while because it took out the battery, rubbed the serpentine belt. |
| 125000 mi C $550 |
Shorted and burning alternator/generator that was worth it to pay a trusted shop to do. Dealer quoted 3.3, shop quoted 1.3 and my estimated DIY job would have been 4 hours. |
| 15500 mi | Remove of Ipod feature. Didn't work properly and is a waste of money. |
| 39000 mi US $135 |
battery failed; replaced |
| 20000 mi | Passenger airbag light intermittently turning on/off. |
| 55000 mi US $100 |
rear hatch button melted and failed. |
| 191000 mi US $100 |
Rear window no longer rolls down or up due to rear door locking motor pushing door back out. The repair attempt by the mechanic was unsuccessful. Issue remains. |
2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 31000 mi | Premium audio system would eject a CD when starting on a hot day. Also intermittant radio display when interior was hot. Radio/CD player was replaced with new unit. |
| 32000 mi | Park Assist system intermittantly alarms while in reverse although there is nothing in the way. |
| 63700 mi US $77 |
Lift gate switch failure. |
| 36000 mi | Two center console lights under the climate control knobs. Got a quote for $200 for those. I will likely go without. |
| 47000 mi | Not repaired - license plate light, front marker light, I'll be doing those myself, possibly with LED replacements just to try them. |
| 51000 mi | Replaced a headlight. |
| 62000 mi US $100 |
Three bulbs in dash replaced |
| 80000 mi US $400 |
Blower motor replaced |
| 42500 mi US $850 |
two sensors for tires needed to be replaced. All four tires seriously cracked and leaked air (9 years tires with 42K miles) |
| 128000 mi US $500 |
Alternator went out, replaced alternator and belts |
| 110000 mi US $700 |
Replaced alternator and battery. |
2007 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 243000 mi US $5000 |
Alternator went out |
| 92000 mi C $40 |
interior bulb for dash display |
| 110000 mi US $58 |
The Harmon Backer amplifier failed. I had to connect the wiring to the head unit built in amplifier. Yellow/blue wire in radio harness doesn't carry 12v battery power. Had to bypass. The sound is now better than before. |
| 112000 mi US $110 |
OEM battery showing signs of leakage. Found casing cracked under retainer strap. Also replace positive terminal clamp on cable, as it had been significantly corroded away. I believe the battery retainer strap was over tightened by mechanic when the battery was changed. |
| 120000 mi US $20 |
Track fault in TPMS system. Light constantly on. Added jumper to ECU harness to turn light off until this spring when getting new rims, tpms sensors and tires. |
| 92000 mi US $100 |
AC making grinding noise and not blowing cold air out of driver and passenger side. Now blowing cold out both sides, but still making some noise on clutch engage. |
| 180000 mi US $486 |
Alternator was not charging the battery |
2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 71800 mi US $79 |
Only had cold air coming out of right two a/c vents. |
| 63200 mi US $80 |
a/c not cold. found small leak. Added freon! |
2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 92500 mi | Replaced backlight for the climate control LCD. Factory Amplifier failed. |
| 171000 mi US $200 |
New battery installed |
| 118000 mi US $5 |
Backlight in multi-functional display panel burned out. thought it would be a major problem, but it turned out to be an easy, ten-minute fix (from Youtube) and a light bulb cost of about $5. Dealer charges an hour. |
| 77500 mi C $2200 |
air conditioner compressor failure |
| 135000 mi US $265 |
Alternator failed. Replaced with toyota remanufactured. |
| 110000 mi US $1200 |
Replace alternator |
| 60000 mi | Blown subwoofer HVAC control module needed to be replaced due to failed back light |
| 111000 mi US $100 |
TPMS sensor ran out of batteries, replaced sensor |
2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 115100 mi US $430 |
alternator failed. |
| 123000 mi US $150 |
Brake Light switch replacement |
| 38000 mi | Clogged condensation drain. |
2006 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 45000 mi US $250 |
Front left window regulator replaced. |
| 118000 mi US $15 |
Dashboard bulb |
| 63000 mi US $240 |
Put in new head lights, battery, spark plugs. |
| 86000 mi US $10 |
Replaced LED backlight bulbs (burnt out) |
| 147200 mi US $400 |
Replaced alternator and serpentine belt. It seems that it was long overdue with 10 years and over 145K miles on it. |
| 117000 mi US $100 |
Alternator failed, replaced with OEM refurbished |
| 128802 mi US $150 |
LEDs in left tail light were going out |
| 151500 mi US $500 |
Refreshed the A/C system. Blowing ice cold now. First time I've had to do this |
| 155000 mi US $375 |
Alternator went bad. Lots of whining from the engine bay and the battery warning light came on. Drop in MPG as well. Fixed now! |
| 167000 mi US $20 |
door actuator on 2 doors, I did the repair myself, this would have cost $1000 at the dealer FYI. |
| 141300 mi US $400 |
Alternator went out |
| 160000 mi US $695 |
Truck failed to start sometimes |
2006 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 46500 mi | Cold air from AC not blowing through driver´s side, only blowing through passenger side. |
2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 128200 mi US $140 |
Alternator failed and was replaced. |
2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 90637 mi US $103 |
Replaced TPMS sensor |
| 152000 mi US $5 |
Turn signal stopped working. Replaced bulb. Lasted about 15 minutes of driving. Blew bulb again. Then other side blew as well. Haven't had time to find a fix, but it should be simply replacing the connectors in addition to the bulbs. Fixed the turn signals by removing bulbs and repositioning them in the socket. Then I sold the vehicle. |
| 12000 mi | Defective tailgate control module replaced. Apparently affected many of this model year. |
| 81000 mi | Tire sensor needed reprogramming. |
| 26000 mi | Replaced valve readers as low pressure tire light kept coming on. |
| 109700 mi US $500 |
Alternator died. Battery warning light was on all day, but ignored until it was too late. |
2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 124000 mi US $800 |
Rear door would not open. Probably caused my accidentally driving the car on dusty roads without the rear door being secure. Rear window would not open |
| 38800 mi US $1200 |
Tire pressure valves failed and replace. Not covered under extended warranty by Toyota. It is a safety item but not to Toyota. Nuff said. Been having this problem since 30k miles. Window on driver door failed and not working correctly. Loose in the door |
| 39000 mi US $300 |
TPMS has serious problems on my tires. Had to pay for it myself...even though I have extended warranty and problem was handled prior to 30k miles. Also, all windows are rattling in the doors and no assistance from the dealer or Toyota. No Toyota again. |
| 40000 mi US $60 |
TPMS keeps malfunctioning. Had to haved it repaired elsewhere. Even with ext. warranty.. Toyota Dealer told me to go to pound sand, more of less. |
2005 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 104300 mi US $225 |
Air conditioning not cooling. No leak detected, over half the refrigerant capacity was added and worked fine thereafter. |
| 95000 mi US $800 |
AC evaporator replaced. |
| 148000 mi US $600 |
Replaced alternator which stopped providing a charge. |
| 159000 mi US $1200 |
Had to replace a leaking A/C line inside the car. Required taking the entire dash apart. |
| 164000 mi US $550 |
Replaced the alternator again. The original Toyota alternator failed in 2018 and the subsequent alternators are cheap and fail. |
| 166000 mi | The blower motor completely failed in July 2022, two months after I sold the truck to my parents. |
| 111000 mi US $200 |
A/C re-charge |
| 154000 mi US $370 |
faulty air bag sensor on steering wheel tripped |
| 155500 mi US $240 |
air condition weak |
| 163000 mi US $300 |
environment console - leds bulbs blown for environment control mechanic claims new console required |
| 163000 mi US $15 |
drilled screws to remove rear registration plate rusted led holders. replaced led bulbs and new screws. i used youtube for instruction to replace in 30mins after mechanic wanted $100 |
| 200000 mi US $100 |
Starter started to fail and needed to be replaced. |
| 203360 mi C $250 |
tail gate latch motor had to be replaced. car is sold now. |
| 128000 mi US $100 |
Replaced alternator |
| 146300 mi US $430 |
Alternator failed |
| 88000 mi US $300 |
Alternator replaced. Battery replaced. Both OEM. |
2004 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| 67000 mi | The AC and heat both worked, but either full heat or full cold. Replaced HVAC distributor, didn't fix problem. |
| 74000 mi | Never had problem fixed because didn't want to have the instrument panel ripped open. |
2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 80000 mi US $300 |
servo motor stripped on vent flap that controls the AC temperature |
| 129000 mi US $165 |
AC evap coil drain line with clogged and water was leaking onto passenger floor. They also replaced the cabin air filter, and replaced a AC switch that was specified by a Toyota dealer service bulletin |
| 129000 mi US $2871 |
The alternator failed, the wiring melted down on it, and damaged the entire engine wiring harness. I have had 14 Toyotas and never even replaced an alternator. This was a very unwelcome repair |
| 165000 mi US $85 |
Replaced HVAC fan/blower. Old one very noisy |
2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 201000 mi US $8 |
Had to replace small bulbs behind heat display. |
| 95000 mi US $190 |
light behind information screen burned out |
| 99000 mi | AC/Heat was blowing only hot air. Bad Wiper Motor Front turn signal out, caused by a cracked housing holding the bulb. Bulb and socket replaced. |
| 135000 mi | Alternator died. |
| 80300 mi US $475 |
battery light on dash came on in Georgia on my way home from Florida. Went to AutoZone for battery check and alternator dead. Replaced at TireKingdom late Saturday afternoon. 475.00 brutal, but stuck till Tuesday(toyota dealer had to orderpart)worse! |
| 238000 mi US $115 |
Battery died. Replaced battery |
| 113000 mi US $607 |
Tailgate latch ceased to function. Latch motor would run but would not open the latch. The latch/motor assembly was replaced. |
| 213000 mi US $25 |
AC was empty, no leak seen. Charged myself with dye refrigerant, three weeks later holds charge, no leaks. |
| 215000 mi US $200 |
Found small leak @ AC condenser, replaced. |
2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 58000 mi | wiper motor. Wipers would not work in delay switch postiton; wipers would not 'park' when switched off |
| 133700 mi US $500 |
Air mix servo motor bad. Replaced. |
| 113500 mi | had NAV/CD module go out...dealer wanted too much to replace unit...over $600 so we didn't do the repair. |
| 141500 mi | CD component in NAV unit quit working. $400 to repair. Didn't repair it. |
2004 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 215000 mi US $250 |
Replace both automatic temp adjustment motors. Both were hunting and making noise but not failed when replaced. |
| 217000 mi US $40 |
Blower motor was starting to squeak, so replaced. |
| 237120 mi C $200 |
The electric rear hatch lock would not stay in the closed position. After looking through 4Runner forums, I ordered the part (#69110-35090 Rear Gate Latch) through Amazon and did the replacement myself. Works fine. |
| 27000 mi | When backing up & parking my car trailer on two separate occasions the "Check Engine" came on. The "D" and "R" indicators were both lit dimly. The 4Runner's on board computer recorded and stored an error code. Replaced Park/Neutral POS Switch Assembly. |
| 29000 mi | CD Player not working correctly. Unit removed during this visit and sent in to be serviced by Audio Service Center. |
| 37900 mi | Repaired CD Player received from service center. Dealer reinstalled unit. It works as it should. |
| 148000 mi US $1300 |
AC stopped Cooling. Removal of the entire Dash and replace expansion valve and evaporator. |
| 6774 mi | Heater blowing cold air - diagnosed as fault with dealer installed block heater - replaced under warranty |
| 44460 mi C $25 |
Light fitting on passenger side indicator failed - needed socket replacing as well as bulb |
| 76274 mi C $415 |
Alternator failed - towed to dealer. Replaced with rebuilt unit. Battery tested and confirmed ok. |
| 117800 mi C $1050 |
Heater fan capacitor/ amplifier burned out and needed replacement. Part alone was close to 900 dollars with taxes. |
| 92720 mi C $1200 |
Changed TPMS sensors for all four wheels. |
| 130200 mi C $800 |
Wiring repair. |
| 135360 mi C $900 |
Alternator replacement. |
2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
245-horsepower 4.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 83000 mi | Seat Belt tensioner system on drivers side. Still wainting on parts to repair. |
| 86000 mi US $691 |
Airbag warning sensor was blinking. Found out the seat belt retracter sensor went bad and damaged the air bag sensor. Previously had replaced the seat belt sensor but had to wait for the air bag sensor. Replaced the air bag sensor. |
| 65000 mi US $450 |
A/C blew warm air intermittently - replaced o-ring and recharged. |
| 34000 mi US $125 |
Rear windshield wiper. The arm became brittle and broke off. Both the arm and wiper blade needed to be replaced. (Parts + Labor $125) |
| 41000 mi US $165 |
Some "Electrical Relay" failed in Air conditioning system. So it stopped working. Relay had to be replaced and "Computer Reset" |
| 63240 mi C $306 |
AC would not operate. |
| 145700 mi C $375 |
rear hatch power window regulator rusted out and inoperative |
| 100000 mi | Fixed a switch that was not lighting up. Repairs: all paid for by carmax! I LOVE carmax and don't think i will ever buy a new car again!!! |
| 102000 mi | Lumbar support motor replaced. Took extra day because Toyota sent Carmax the wrong part. But had free rental car. |
| 127000 mi US $50 |
An AC circuit went out, It's a very common issue with this year and it was as simple as replacing a fuse. The fuse is over $100 so I used my $50 deductible on an extented warranty. |
2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 18000 mi | Dealer replaced under warranty 2 front door lock actuators. |
| 25000 mi | Dealer replaced the 2 back door actuators. |
| 40000 mi | All 4 door actuators began misoperating intermittently. They would not electrically lock or unlock. Dealer refused to fix this problem as I was just out of mileage warranty - all failed and they remain broken today. Est. repair cost - $1600 |
| 75000 mi US $950 |
Replaced AC compressor due to failed sensor that is built into the compressor. |
| 99000 mi | Air conditioner fan intermittently refused to come up to proper speed and often would produce little or no air flow. Problem could not be diagnosed although removing glove box and jiggling connectors seemed to improve operation. |
| 105000 mi US $180 |
Replaced climate control panel with used part via parts dealer. New part was $900 but I paid $180 for good used part. Microswitch appeared to break in old unit and no repair was effective without the replacement part. |
| 110000 mi US $20 |
Replaced relay that engages the AC compressor clutch. Failed relays were common on this model according to internet research that provided the insight to this problem. |
| 118000 mi | All 4 electric door lock actuators out when traded - would cost $1000 in parts or possibly about $1800 total repair bill. |
| 172000 mi US $200 |
battery, tires |
2003 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 146000 mi US $71 |
A/C clutch compressor relay went bad. Flashing a/c light inside the cabin, alerted me of the problem. The a/c was not blowing cold air. Online forums were searched and the problem was found. |
| 48000 mi | a/c went out, discovered prob was in tsb, fixed. |
| 99200 mi C $1000 |
Low beam headlight harness melt. |
| 116020 mi | HVAC lights |
| 177500 mi US $15 |
Ac relay failed, quick swap to a new one |
| 193300 mi US $90 |
Power door lock fail |
| 194000 mi US $90 |
2nd power door lock failure |
| 197000 mi US $60 |
3rd power door lock failure |
| 215000 mi US $500 |
4th power door lock replaced |
| 171000 mi US $200 |
AC recharge, but evaporator is leaking. Looking at a 2,000 repair |
| 176000 mi US $2200 |
Full AC replacement |
| 57000 mi US $50 |
A/C Compressor Sensor - Replaced myself |
| 73000 mi US $20 |
AC relay was replaced. AC was blowing warm air out of one side of vents. Ordered part from Amazon. |
| 53940 mi C $50 |
Defective AC relay that was on a TSB but the vehicle is out of warranty and the extended warranty doesn't cover it. |
2002 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 222000 mi | The compressor was dead (so no AC). The windows were no longer functioning. |
| 55500 mi US $20 |
Replaced RR door sensor |
2001 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 103000 mi | Failed driver's side front door lock actuator |
2001 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 134000 mi | Replaced windshield wiper stalk/switch. Intermittent wipers had failed. Central locking system works from the key fob and by putting the key in the door, but the lock switches inside of the car do not operate door locks. Researched the issue, and the body control unit on the driver's side needs to be replaced. Estimated cost of part from dealer: $400. Elected not to repair this problem, as key and fob both still work. |
| 160000 mi US $300 |
new plugs, cables and "ignition controller" (computer that controls timing - one per side of engine) - all other PM has been every 6k (e.g. LOFs, tire rotations, etc.) |
| 210000 mi US $170 |
Replaced alternator |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 71300 mi C $2 |
Antenna Mast broken and got stuck in motor housing. Common problem for older 4Runner. Here is the DIY, I rather paid. http://forum.ih8mud.com/95-gen-toyota-trucks/188950-01-3rd-gen-4runner-power-antenna-replacement.html |
| 125000 mi US $300 |
Windshield wiper control progressively worsening. Steering wheel column multi-switch replaced. Problem fixed. |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 115000 mi US $300 |
Damper servo for HVAC system stopped working, automatic HVAC cannot introduce cold air into car. HVAC panel does not respond well to input. Dealer confirmed customer diagnosis, offered to order replacement part. Customer ordered replacement. |
| 139900 mi US $500 |
Original alternator replaced |
| 279000 mi US $538 |
Starter went and I was able to get it in to my garage. My battery stopped charging as I was driving on the Mass Pike. I was able to pull over and got towed. The battery and alternator had to be replaced. The repair place was so happy to do the work, they threw in a free $50.00 oil change. |
| 227000 mi US $2500 |
replaced starter, |
| 177900 mi US $90 |
Trailer harness shorting out. Charged for diagnostic, did not fix. |
| 200000 mi US $50 |
Head light not shining, burned out. Replaced both head light bulbs. |
| 96300 mi US $900 |
Replaced climate control unit. The original unit became intermittent and would not function when pressing control bottons for defrost/AC/automatic temp. control. |
2000 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV
183-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 140000 mi US $300 |
AC recharge. Manual re-set on heating system, due to broken Climate Control unit in dash. |
| 119200 mi US $64 |
Headlights Replaced |
| 120000 mi US $98 |
Fuel Sending Unit replaced |
1999 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| 178000 mi US $175 |
Turn Signals ceased operation. Bad Emergency Flasher Switch. |
| 159000 mi US $160 |
Battery dying. The transmission was sluggish when first moving because the battery was too weak to move valves as i understand it. Bought a new optima battery $160 |
| 167300 mi US $130 |
Alternator failed |
| 155300 mi | radio power antennae mast cable broke. Replaced mast assy |
1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| 190000 mi US $850 |
Recharged AC |
1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 102300 mi C $350 |
A/C not cold |
| 333200 mi US $750 |
Charging system light on, drained battery. Mechanic indicated the battery sent high voltage to alternator and caused failure. |
| 163000 mi | It needs a new control panel for heating/air conditioning and the lock control is beginning to fail (the controls which lock and unlock all the door at once). At this point, going to drive the truck until something breaks that sidelines the truck. |
| 207500 mi US $150 |
Climate control started flaking out. Most buttons not responding. Removed and shipped climate conrol to a repair shop in TN for a refirb. Common problem on 3rd gen 4runner digital climate control systems. |
| 99000 mi US $150 |
Intermittent starter engagement. |
| 202000 mi US $50 |
Rebuilt starter, replaced contacts and plunger. |
| 204000 mi US $100 |
Relay for locks went out on body control unit, replaced relay. |
1999 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 235000 mi | Fuel level sensor failure; tank reads half full when empty. |
| 587500 mi US $285 |
Replaced starter. |
| 614000 mi US $850 |
Replaced Air conditioner compressor. |
| 620000 mi US $250 |
Replaced burnt out dash lights. Some backordered. |
| 631800 mi US $1100 |
Installed new windshield, and replaced additional burnt out dash bulbs that were back ordered from previous visit. |
1998 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| 94300 mi US $250 |
Replaced starter with fac. rebuilt Denso. Difficult install with 4WD but perfect fit and operation. |
| 189000 mi US $1000 |
Front right passenger door lock actuator needed to be replaced. Door lock functioned as intended, but the factory key fob and door lock button on the driver's side door could not activate or deactivate the lock - had to be locked manually. |
| 116000 mi US $250 |
Batttery dead |
| 220000 mi US $70 |
Battery died. Texas weather is tough on batteries. |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| 176000 mi US $200 |
antenna motor unplugged, already burned out. |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 101200 mi US $440 |
Replaced contacts in starter motor |
| 160300 mi US $550 |
High pitched noise and limited battery recharging. |
| 265000 mi US $130 |
Alternator replacement |
| 170800 mi US $100 |
Starter motor failure |
| 265360 mi C $225 |
Replaced original alternator |
| 306280 mi C $250 |
Replace alternator |
| 155000 mi US $400 |
slight delay in starting engine due to bad spot on starter motor armature. |
| 158000 mi | Heater fan/blower under the dash has debris rubbing against housing causing squealing noise or stalled fan at some fan settings. Interference and noise stopped by itself after changing fan speeds and maintaining one mid fan speed. |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 178000 mi US $10 |
headlight relay stuck, lights wouldn't turn off. replaced relay |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
4-cylinder manual 4WD
| 120900 mi C $150 |
towing package fault causing short in brake lights |
1998 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 210000 mi US $745 |
Replaced Starter motor |
| 245000 mi | RF Passenger door window switch "down" function ceased. Swapped with un-used LR Passenger door switch. |
1997 Toyota 4Runner
Engine not specified
| 134000 mi US $721 |
Car in for A/C system making a clicking noise. New belts placed on car which caused theh A/C to bind and die. Had been making noise for a few months. |
| 227000 mi US $325 |
Engine wouldn't turn over occasionally. Instead of turning over, would hear single click. Self diagnosed as starter and replaced at dealer. |
| 293000 mi US $400 |
It needed a new A/C compressor |
1997 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
supercharged 6-cylinder manual 4WD
| 150000 mi US $500 |
Cracked the high pressure line from the Air Conditioner and to the compressor. |
1997 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| 181000 mi | Power rear window rolled down automatically after switch in rear hatch key/lock developed continuity between the contacts which roll the window down (with the key). With the switch removed & disconnected, the window was able to be closed. |
| 153000 mi US $400 |
Would not always start Bad starter contacts. Contacts replaced. |
1997 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 248000 mi US $85 |
car refused to start, then after 3 attempts did start. |
| 184000 mi | Only unrepaired problem I knew of and disclosed to buyer was that the rear hatch window switch on console would put window down, but not up. Dealer wanted $200 to repair. Window still worked by using key in rear hatch, so it wasn’t the motor. |
| 306000 mi US $550 |
alternator went out. Car towed to mechanic and repaired same day. |
| 172000 mi US $40 |
Power antenna would not stop running; regardless if the car was on or off, or radio was on or off. Previous owner wired it incorrectly. Mechanic disconnected the power supply. Now antenna remains extended full time. |
| 177000 mi US $336 |
Had the original starter, contacts were bad, replaced with a rebuilt one. |
1997 Toyota 4Runner 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 198000 mi US $125 |
Starter intermittently malfunctioning. Second reman starter since 100,000 miles. |
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