general problems of the 2013 Toyota 4Runner

Toyota 4runner 2013 VIN# [xxx] lp# xxx the gas needle will be above the half (middle line), and the fuel range on top of the dash would read anywhere from 160-213 miles, going 45 mph up a hill or 70 mph on the freeway, all of a sudden starts to stall and completely shut off while still driving. I would then only have a few seconds to try to pull over due to losing all power, and not being able to shift into neutral because it's a push/start button. The car will only turn back on after putting some gas into it, so I make sure to never let the gas needle go below the middle line or have the gas range reading go below anything around 160-200 miles since the vehicle has shut down at a different amount each time, and there's been multiple times. Also, the fuel level needle never matches with how many miles is shown on the range, displaying inaccurate readings. It has poor acceleration, poor mileage, and now making a loud whining noise that is heard from outside the vehicle near gas tank. I have tried looking up the VIN and it does not show that it falls under the recall, despite it having all the symptoms of a faulty fuel pump/sending unit. I love my 4runner but I am in fear for my life whenever I drive it and not showing accurate fuel levels. I pray that nobody runs into me if the vehicle stalls out in the roadway, while going 30-80 mph (it has done it on regular roads and on the highway). There are no warning lights or check engine light. It's at about 208,000 miles, with the issue slowly getting worse over time. I am requesting for it to be inspected free of charge, as well as getting the necessary repairs that the recall is for free of charge. [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Make: Toyota model: 4runner year: 2013 mileage: 76,200 description of incident while driving on [xxx] at night, the vehicle experienced a sudden and catastrophic engine failure, leaving it immobilized in the middle of the highway. This presented an immediate and severe safety risk to both the vehicle occupants and other motorists. The failure was later determined to be caused by a malfunction in the variable valve timing (vvt) oil control system, specifically an exhaust cam gear failure. This led to a broken timing chain and subsequent engine failure. Inspection and diagnosis the vehicle was inspected by an authorized Toyota dealer in florence, SC. They confirmed the failure of the oil control system and recommended a complete engine replacement, estimating costs over $5,000. Broader implications and potential safety hazard further investigation, including consultations with multiple Toyota technicians, review of technical discussions on various platforms, and examination of online 4runner forums, suggests that this issue is not isolated. Failures of the exhaust cam gear and problems with the vvt oil control system appear to be common in the Toyota 1gr-fe engine and other engines equipped with this system. It's noteworthy that Toyota issued a voluntary recall in 2014 (safety recall 13v-395, tm-tc-14021) for Lexus vehicles with similar issues. However, this recall does not appear to cover the 2013 1gr-fe 4runner engine, despite the apparent similarity in potential failure modes. Safety concerns this issue presents a significant safety hazard: sudden engine failure at highway speeds can lead to loss of vehicle control. Unexpected vehicle immobilization, especially at night or in high-traffic areas, poses a severe collision risk. The apparent widespread nature of this issue suggests that many vehicles may be at risk of similar failures. Urgency for action given the severity of the potential outcomes and the ap information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Toyota 4runner. While driving 30 mph, the check engine and track off 4 low indicators appeared. While driving approximately 30 mph, the transmission erroneously switched into the neutral position and the vehicle would no longer accelerate. Also, while operating the vehicle, the instrument panel would not indicate that the transmission was in the neutral or drive positions. The vehicle was taken to graham auto mall (1515 west 4th st, mansfield, OH) where it was diagnosed that the neutral safety switch was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,837.

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 mph, the vehicle started jerking and the gas pedal was depressed but the vehicle did not accelerate. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle emission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000. The VIN was unavailable. Sg.