2024 Toyota 4Runner Problems & Complaints

Better than average55% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 4Runner at the same age

Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2024 Toyota 4Runner with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 55% fewer than a typical 4Runner model year at the same age, making the 2024 one of the better 4Runner years. The most reported problem area is the body & structure (3 complaints, typically around 2,000 miles). One recall covers this model year.

9complaints
1recalls
2crashes
0fires
1injuries
0deaths

Most common 2024 Toyota 4Runner problems

  • Body & structure~2,000 miles
    333%
  • Electrical system
    222%
  • Brakes
    222%
  • Air bags
    222%
  • Wheels & tires
    111%
  • Other / not specified
    111%
  • Engine & cooling
    111%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    111%

Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Toyota 4Runner complaints by model year

’95’96’97’98’99’00’01’02’03’04’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25’2617216126125033048318522569667842538115496221471639636778780365965333639339607
Owner complaints per model year, Toyota 4Runner. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best 4Runner years: 2013, 2017, 2024. Years to avoid: 2025, 2011, 2003, 2004. Compare all years →

2024 Toyota 4Runner recalls (1)

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NHTSA recall 24V-548 · Jul 23, 2024 · 33,848 vehicles

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra…

Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

What 2024 Toyota 4Runner owners say

Body & structure

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, the rear passenger-side seat belt strap detached. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the failure occurred due to an outside interference from the misuse of a child safety seat. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,038.

2,000 miles · Oct 2024

Last October we purchased a new 4 Runner (vin [redacted] ) and to date we have a little over 200 miles on it. The primary issue surrounding the lack of usage is that the running boards "platform" does not extend far enough out from the body. My wife has an extremely hard time both entering and exiting the vehicle, as the surface area is too narrow at 2 3/4". Even placing your foot parallel with the board is a challenge. On exiting there is a safety hazard as one's heel slips off of the rounded edge. The boards are six inches wide with three inches under the rocker panels. Not certain why this was designed this way as there is zero adjustment on the brackets. This is a potential slip and fall issue. [redacted]

Body · Jun 2025

2024 Toyota 4Runner engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
4.0L 6-cyl5-speed automaticRWD16 / 19 / 17
4.0L 6-cyl5-speed automatic4WD16 / 19 / 17
4.0L 6-cyl5-speed automaticAWD16 / 19 / 17

EPA ratings. Class: SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Toyota 4Runner a good car?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 4Runner rates better than average: 55% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 4Runner at the same age. It is one of the best 4Runner years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Toyota 4Runner?

The body & structure — 3 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body. Next are the electrical system (2) and brakes (2).

How many recalls does the 2024 Toyota 4Runner have?

There is 1 recall for the 2024 Toyota 4Runner, the most recent from July 23, 2024 (labels). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Toyota 4Runner?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2013, 2017 and 2024. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2025, 2011, 2003 and 2004. See the full Toyota 4Runner years comparison.

At what mileage do 2024 Toyota 4Runner problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 2,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.