One problem related to suspension noise has been reported for the 1996 Toyota 4Runner. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1996 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 mph, there was a loud abnormal noise. The contact discovered that the main frame in front of the left rear wheel fractured. The contact also stated that the rear suspension had corrosion build up. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who discovered that the frame was destroyed beyond repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure was 195,000.