The 2019 Toyota 4Runner has a elevated safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 63 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

18V7530002018-25-10

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles that SET modified to be equipped with a TRD wheel package. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

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19V6700002019-20-09

STEERING

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. During installation, certain steering and suspension components may not have been properly tightened.

Loose fasteners may cause a loss of vehicle control, or cause an accessory to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 63 owners have filed complaints about the 2019 Toyota 4Runner. UNKNOWN OR OTHER issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Unknown Or Other8

02Fuel System, Gasoline6

03Air Bags5

04Steering5

05Fuel/propulsion System5

63 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota 4Runner Fuel Economy

18mpg combined

17city

20-21hwy

$2,450/yr

With 18 MPG combined, the 2019 Toyota 4Runner keeps things simple on fuel costs across its 3 configurations.

By Trim

4Runner 2WD - Automatic (S5)

18mpg

4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

4Runner 4WD - Automatic (S5)

18mpg

4.0L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

17 city20 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

4Runner 4WD - Automatic (S5)

18mpg

4.0L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

17 city20 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2019 Toyota 4Runner

39States

27%in top 3

13% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 39 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

1,70013%

CACalifornia

9718%

COColorado

7536%

FLFlorida

6245%

PAPennsylvania

5164%

DCWashington DC

4854%

AZArizona

4754%

OROregon

4664%

GAGeorgia

4333%

WAWashington

4133%

HIHawaii

4123%

MDMaryland

4063%

NCNorth Carolina

3713%

UTUtah

3233%

DEDelaware

3223%

MOMissouri

3213%

ILIllinois

2842%

NY240

OK240

TN240

AL238

NH216

MN188

OH171

NJ156

RI153

MI150

MA139

IN127

NV125

WY109

AR98

WI97

LA85

KY79

SC76

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Toyota 4Runner?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Toyota 4Runner a good car to buy?

The 2019 Toyota 4Runner has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report unknown or other as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Toyota 4Runner?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2019 Toyota 4Runner. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Toyota 4Runner?

The 2019 Toyota 4Runner is EPA-rated at 18 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 2019 Toyota 4Runner?

Out of 63 owner complaints, unknown or other issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.