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2026 Toyota 4RUNNER
Early days — this model year is still accumulating real-world data
Solid pick. The public record on this car is clean for its age — inspect it, then negotiate with confidence.
5 owner complaints · 1 recalls · data verified July 8, 2026 · source: NHTSA
Why buy?
Very few owner complaints for its age and sales volume.
The math, shown
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What breaks on a 2026 Toyota 4RUNNER, plotted where owners report it happening.
Transmission & drivetrain
40%2 complaints · 2 in the last 2 years
“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 ca…”
Lights
20%1 complaints · 1 in the last 2 years
“The Toyota 4Runner (5th and 6th Generations) lacks a dedicated 'Approach Lighting' function, creating a critical personal safety and trip-and-fall hazard during nightt…”
Fuel system
20%1 complaints · 1 in the last 2 years
“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…”
Visibility & wipers
20%1 complaints · 1 in the last 2 years
“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.”
Recalls (1)
Safety recall repairs are free at the brand’s franchised dealers. Before buying, run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and make the seller show the work was done.
Equipment · 26V282000
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.
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