Vehicles · Insights

2018 Toyota 4runner

Steering leads the 2018 Toyota 4Runner complaints, but no single issue dominates

Owners filed 57 complaints with NHTSA, spread fairly evenly across several systems. Steering is the most reported area at 11 reports (19%), followed by air bags at 7 (12%) and service brakes at 6 (11%). The air bag complaints stand out on safety: 6 of the 7 involved a crash and 1 reported an injury. Structure complaints include 2 crashes. The other top areas report no crashes or fires. Pay closest attention to the steering, brakes, and air bag system on inspection.

Most reported areas

Steering0 19%
The most reported area: 11 reports (19% of all complaints), with no crashes or fires. Check steering feel and any pulling or vibration on a test drive.
Air Bags safety 12%
7 reports (12%) and the most safety-flagged area, with 6 crashes and 1 injury among them. Confirm the air bag system has no warning lights and a clean history.
Service Brakes0 11%
6 reports (11%), with no crashes or fires. Test the brake pedal firmness and stopping distance before buying.
Engine0 9%
5 reports (9%), with no crashes or fires. Listen for unusual noises and watch for any loss of power on a test drive.
Structure safety 9%
5 reports (9%), including 2 crashes. Inspect body panels and trim for fit and any separation.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 57 complaints

Track maintenance, recalls, and costs for your Toyota — and see this inside the app.

Get Vehicle Story Maintenance schedule

General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.