The Lemon IndexAll cars · Toyota 4Runner · 2023
2023 Toyota 4Runner. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | 16 / 19 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | 4WD | 16 / 19 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | AWD | 16 / 19 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 500 and 36,500 miles. Median 9,500, from 6 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Tires | 12% |
| Lights | 9% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 9% |
| Steering | 9% |
| Suspension | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
23V680000 Oct 2023 Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23A.
Manufacturer communications 96
Toyota filed 96 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- 2023 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure…
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Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota 4RUNNER SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
YouTube repair topics
100 videos about the 2010–2024 Toyota 4Runner, 23.2M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Timing chain & engine | 1 | 659K |
| Brakes & ABS | 4 | 562K |
| Spark plugs & ignition coils | 2 | 284K |
| Oil changes & service | 2 | 239K |
| Driveshaft, axles & 4x4 | 2 | 210K |
| No-start: theft light, key & ignition | 1 | 123K |
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 1 | 117K |
| Fuel pump, filter & tank | 1 | 107K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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