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2021 Toyota 4Runner: common problems and reliability
An average 4Runner year.
36 owner complaints, most about steering. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2021 4Runner?The 2021 Toyota 4Runner has 36 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are steering and suspension.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Toyota 4Runner vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other 4Runner years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the 4Runner?
Across the 29 4Runner model years we track, complaint volume runs from 22 (2009) to 707 (2003). With 36 complaints, the 2021 4Runner sits below the model's median of 96.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2021 4Runner
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Campaign 22V480000Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2020-2022 4Runner vehicles equipped with 20-inch Black Gunner Wheels. The load carrying capacity modification labels are incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
What owners say across generations
The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive regarding legendary long-term reliability, durability, and off-road capability, particularly for the 5th generation and older models.
Owner insights cover all generations of the 4Runner. See the full 4Runner owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used 4Runner listings typically run $27,191–$41,297.
Other 4Runner model years
Compare every 4Runner year side by side to see how 2021 ranks against the rest.
Compare the 4Runner against its rivals
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