One problem related to front suspension wheel bearing has been reported for the 2000 Toyota 4Runner. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Toyota 4Runner based on all problems reported for the 2000 4Runner.
When getting the left/rear wheel bearing repaired (due to heavy rusting of the differential housing, causing fluid loss), the technician reported extensive frame loss also due to corrosion. Affected vehicle (otherwise in good condition) was/had to be junked for safety reasons, thus forcing me to purchase a new vehicle sooner than anticipated. In n. E. (north east) USA, Toyota tacomas (frames manufactured in the USA) were recalled for this condition but not Toyota 4runners (frames manufactured in japan). Both my 4runner corrosion conditions are not unusual in n. E. Usa! (photos available upon request). Should Toyota be allowed to continue doing nothing about this dangerous condition?.