2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Airbag issue:

  • "TAKATA RECALL" various complaints about delays in getting airbag systems replaced or repaired
    
  • Passenger front airbag inflator safety recall
    
  • Airbag warning light on dashboard
    
  • Concerns about driving due to airbag recall
    

• 2. Brake issue:

  • Brakes locking up and vehicle skidding
    
  • Firm brake application causing vehicle to nose dive
    
  • Brake failure when attempting to stop at yellow light
    
  • Vehicle rolling backwards even with emergency brake engaged
    
  • Brake issues causing vehicle to stall
    

• 3. Other issues:

  • Fuel pump disintegrated causing loss of motive power
    
  • Horn not working due to clock spring needing replacement
    
  • Excessive rust on vehicle frame and gas tank shield
    
  • Squirrels eating electrical wiring causing ABS, 4WD, and limited slip system malfunctions
    
  • Backup camera not consistently working
    
  • Steering wheel splitting at the bottom
    
  • Radiator light coming on, leading to overheating and cracked heads
    
  • Vehicle vibrating at high speeds
    
  • Vehicle creeping forward while stopped with foot on brake
    
  • Vehicle rolling when shifted into gear with foot not all the way on brake