2026 Toyota 4runner problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (2) · Wheels (1) · Visibility/Wiper (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Equipment:other:labels 2026-09-02 · campaign 26V571000 · 135 vehicles
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid, 2025 Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, 2026 RAV4 Hybrid, 4Runner i-Force Max Hybrid, and 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA18.
Equipment:other:labels 2026-05-04 · campaign 26V282000 · 94 vehicles
Defect: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2026 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: An incorrect load carrying capacity label may lead to improper loading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GST will mail a new modification label to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 26R1.
Service bulletins (30)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-07-20 · T-SB-0006-26 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2024 – 2026 model year land cruiser, and 2025 – 2026 model year 4runner and 4runner hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving in reverse.
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-25 · T-SB-0003-26 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
2026 model year toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. in addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats. during pre-delivery service (pds), follow the appropriate installation p
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-18 · T-SB-0004-26 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
during the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. if the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the vehicle in the same location and in the same direct
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-10 · T-SB-0005-26 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. these conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operat
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-10 · T-SB-0002-26 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. the following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extendedvehicle storage conditions. long-term storage can affect a vehicle’s systems and components. any problems tha
Service Brakes 2026-05-19 · T-SB-0006-26 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2024 – 2026 model year land cruiser, and 2025 – 2026 model year 4runner and 4runner hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving in reverse.
Showing the 6 most recent of 30 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-29 · Unknown Or Other“vehicle information center showed "hybrid system failure" while driving in heavy rain for 4 hours. all 4 wheels began violently shuddering and speed slowed down (limp mode?). it was very difficult to control vehicle during this time, and i was looking for an exit on the [xxx] in heavy traffic with no place to pull off. i found an exit some miles…”
2026-08-10 · Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control · 300 mi“the contact owns a 2026 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, after disconnecting the trailer wiring harness, the message tow/haul mode or a trailer coverage indicator appeared even though the vehicle was no longer hauling the trailer. the message "no trailer detected" was occasionally display…”
2026-07-31 · Wheels“**vehicle:** 2026 toyota 4runner sr5- -700miles i am reporting a persistent vibration issue that appears to come from the engine bay and is transmitted through the driver's side floorboard into the driver's left foot and leg. the vibration is most noticeable when the transmission is engaged and the vehicle is under load. if the transmission is di…”
2026-05-16 · Unknown Or Other“vehicle less than 1 month old and less than 500 miles had a total transmission failure causing a unsafe driving situation while driving , no warning of impending failure resulting loud banging noise and vibration , sudden loss of speed while driving and dashboard lighting up with different warnings. very stressful situation trying to exit traffic …”
2026-04-05 · Exterior Lighting“the toyota 4runner (5th and 6th generations) lacks a dedicated 'approach lighting' function, creating a critical personal safety and trip-and-fall hazard during nighttime entry. users are forced to navigate the vehicle's perimeter in total darkness, increasing the risk of injury from unseen obstacles or security threats. i am requesting an investig…”
2026-03-06 · Power Train“at approximately 520 miles, while performing a low speed left hand turn, the vehicle experienced a sudden mechanical "thunk" in the drivetrain followed by an immediate loss of motive power (limp mode) in my new 2026 toyota 4runner trd pro. the engine revved significantly, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, creating a hazardous situat…”
2026-02-28 · Visibility/Wiper“with the slanted windshield and location of the rearview mirror creates a blind spot when looking to the upper right. both my husband and i have trouble seeing. …”
2026-02-03 · Power Train“the car has the iforce max powertrain. at low speeds or in stop and go traffic, when the car has come to a stop, the car will lurch forward, which could potentially cause an accident. i took car to dealership and they said this is normal operation of the hybrid system and there is no fix. this is a huge safety issue if the car pushes itself forward…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.