Two problems related to axle shaft seal have been reported for the 1999 Toyota 4Runner. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Have a 1999 4runner which suffered right rear axle gasket failure at 59000 miles. Same 4runner suffered left rear axle gasket failure at 110000 miles. Have owned several 4runners (different years) that have never had rear axle problems. Has anyone else had same problem. Both problems were diagnosed at dealer and were considered safety hazards because grease was leaking onto rear brake pads. Would advise other owners of this year to have rear axle seals examined by dealer for same problem. . Read more...
Consumer stated the rear axle seal failed twice which caused the rear brakes to fail. The vehicle has been repaired once while under warranty and it needs to be repaired again, but the vehicle was no longer under warranty. . . . . Rear axle seals leaked fluid.