2016 Toyota 4Runner problems and complaints
Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Toyota 4Runner. The most-reported areas: Electrical System (18), Unknown Or Other (17), Air Bags (10).
Key takeaways
- 81 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 6 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 6 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 18 | 22% |
| Unknown Or Other | 17 | 21% |
| Air Bags | 10 | 12% |
| Structure | 9 | 11% |
| Suspension | 9 | 11% |
| Power Train | 6 | 7% |
| Engine | 6 | 7% |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 6% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | 5% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | 5% |
| Wheels | 4 | 5% |
| Steering | 4 | 5% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
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- Battery
- Engine oil
- Oil filter
- Engine air filter
- Cabin air filter
- Wiper blades
- Headlight bulb
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| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| 2016 Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Structure - filed 2026-10-26
Unknown
Unknown Or Other - filed 2026-10-14
I purchased from a dealership approximately two months ago. Shortly after purchasing it, the vehicle began shutting off unexpectedly. I returned it to the dealership, and they told me they could not determine what was causing the problem. About two weeks ago, I had to take it back for a second time because the issue c...
Structure - filed 2026-08-31
I have a 2016 Metallic Gray Toyota 4Runner and there appears to be a clear-coat defect on the hood and roof.
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More for the 2016 Toyota 4Runner
Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.