Three problems related to frame and members have been reported for the 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Toyota 4Runner based on all problems reported for the 2006 4Runner.
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that after a state inspection, the vehicle was declared unsafe to drive on the state roadways due to severe corrosion. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the sub frame needed to be replaced due extensive corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-35 mph, the control arm detached. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the control arm was replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided. Additionally, the contact stated that while a routine inspection was being performed on the vehicle, she was informed that the frame was corroded, and the vehicle was not drivable. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4runner. While driving 75 mph, the rear of the vehicle started to wobble. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the frame brackets on the rear axle were rusted and loose, causing the rear of the vehicle to wobble. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing and repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 133,000.