Structure Related Problems of the 1997 Toyota 4Runner

Table 1 shows eight common structure related problems of the 1997 Toyota 4Runner. The number one most common problem is related to the body (25 problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame rust (22 problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Toyota 4Runner


Recently reported Structure problems of the 1997 Toyota 4Runner

The Body problem

Very rusted out undercarriage. My other is only 3 years newer and has nothing like this on it. I was advised to sell it by a suspension shop that noted my broken, rusted out undercarriage, bad shock and the condition of the rear of the truck's frame in general.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

Frame rust makes vehicle dangerous while driving.   Read details...

The Underbody Shield problem

Driving on highway close to home when vehicle suddenly started swaying. Pulled over and began to drive slowly on side of road, no traffic, til I got home. Shop owner said frame broke on the rear driver side.   Read details...


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