2000 Toyota 4RUNNER recalls & problems

2 recalls 379 complaints

2recalls
379owner complaints
9crashes reported
1fires reported
12 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2000 Toyota 4RUNNER and 379 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is structure (263 reports), followed by suspension (98). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2000 Toyota 4RUNNER recalls

Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 06E049000 · May 24, 2006

Problem: Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

27,176 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 06E026000 · Mar 23, 2006

Problem: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

61,944 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2000 Toyota 4RUNNER problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Structure 263
514
Suspension 98
504
Unknown or Other 56
100
Power Train 35
100
Steering 18
100
Engine and Engine Cooling 7
000
Fuel System, Gasoline 6
000
Vehicle Speed Control 5
100
Wheels 4
000
Engine 4
010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 4
000
Electrical System 3
000
Fuel System, Other 3
000
Air Bags 3
202
Tires 2
000
Fuel/Propulsion System 2
000
Visibility/Wiper 2
202
Service Brakes, Electric 1
000
Service Brakes 1
000
Seats 1
000
Latches/Locks/Linkages 1
000
Traction Control System 1
000

Latest owner complaints

Steering · Oct 11, 2023 · AL

The hole underneath frame is rusted into and there is a bunch of wielding done to it and it's very unsafe to drive and the car lot guy keeps saying he wants it back on the road

Suspension · Oct 11, 2023 · AL

The hole underneath frame is rusted into and there is a bunch of wielding done to it and it's very unsafe to drive and the car lot guy keeps saying he wants it back on the road

Power Train · Oct 11, 2023 · AL

The hole underneath frame is rusted into and there is a bunch of wielding done to it and it's very unsafe to drive and the car lot guy keeps saying he wants it back on the road

Structure · Oct 9, 2023 · AL

The frame is rusted almost in half a mechanic said it's not safe to drive it will kill someone. The car lot that is selling me the car said he can fix it but it's being held together by welds and c foam. He wants me to still pay for it. I've complained about not being able to drive over 45 without swaying badly and they keep doing stuff to it saying it's fixed and it's not.…

Suspension · Oct 9, 2023 · AL

The frame is rusted almost in half a mechanic said it's not safe to drive it will kill someone. The car lot that is selling me the car said he can fix it but it's being held together by welds and c foam. He wants me to still pay for it. I've complained about not being able to drive over 45 without swaying badly and they keep doing stuff to it saying it's fixed and it's not.…

Steering · Oct 9, 2023 · AL

The frame is rusted almost in half a mechanic said it's not safe to drive it will kill someone. The car lot that is selling me the car said he can fix it but it's being held together by welds and c foam. He wants me to still pay for it. I've complained about not being able to drive over 45 without swaying badly and they keep doing stuff to it saying it's fixed and it's not.…

Steering · Apr 2, 2023 · MI

We recently looked at this vehicle at Toyota of Ann Arbor car lot. After taking the vehicle to a private Professional Certified Car Inspector we were told that that the passenger side Frame had a catastrophic Crack that ran 7' from front to back and over the forward facing Rear Leaf Spring Shackle Support making the vehicle unsafe for any driving. They showed us the frame…

Suspension · Apr 2, 2023 · MI

We recently looked at this vehicle at Toyota of Ann Arbor car lot. After taking the vehicle to a private Professional Certified Car Inspector we were told that that the passenger side Frame had a catastrophic Crack that ran 7' from front to back and over the forward facing Rear Leaf Spring Shackle Support making the vehicle unsafe for any driving. They showed us the frame…

Unknown or Other · Apr 2, 2023 · MI

We recently looked at this vehicle at Toyota of Ann Arbor car lot. After taking the vehicle to a private Professional Certified Car Inspector we were told that that the passenger side Frame had a catastrophic Crack that ran 7' from front to back and over the forward facing Rear Leaf Spring Shackle Support making the vehicle unsafe for any driving. They showed us the frame…

Latches/Locks/Linkages · Mar 28, 2023 · 200,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that after disconnecting the battery from the vehicle, it was later discovered that the both the driver’s and passenger’s side doors and the hatch door could not be opened manually or remotely. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no…

Electrical System · Mar 28, 2023 · 200,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that after disconnecting the battery from the vehicle, it was later discovered that the both the driver’s and passenger’s side doors and the hatch door could not be opened manually or remotely. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no…

Suspension · Jul 28, 2022 · WV

Section of frame broke and fell to the pavement. Vehicle bouncing and went off road causing damage to front driver side bumper, turn signal light housing, headlight. Extensive Back frame rusting has made vehicle dangerous. Frame has many soft spots. Both back shocks rusted and broken. Replace shocks but frame will eventually brake. This is my only vehicle. So, I will continue…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Toyota 4RUNNER have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2000 Toyota 4RUNNER, the most recent one (06E049000) for exterior lighting. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Toyota 4RUNNER?

Based on 379 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are structure (263), suspension (98), unknown or other (56).

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2000 Toyota 4RUNNER?

Owners reported 9 crashes, 1 fire, 12 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.