Body problems of the 2016 Toyota 4Runner

Four problems related to body have been reported for the 2016 Toyota 4Runner. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Toyota 4Runner based on all problems reported for the 2016 4Runner.

1 Body problem

Failure Date: 05/30/2025

I am reporting premature clear coat failure on a 2016 Toyota 4runner in magnetic gray metallic. The vehicle has approximately 120,000 miles and has been properly maintained, including regular washing and professional ceramic coating. The clear coat on the hood and roof (horizontal panels) is severely peeling and delaminating. The protective clear layer has failed, and the base coat is beginning to oxidize. This is not the result of neglect, damage, or improper care. The condition appears to be premature material or manufacturing failure of the clear coat. I have contacted Toyota corporate and opened a case. I was informed there are currently no other documented cases for gray paint and that additional complaints would be required before further investigation. I have read numerous reports in online owner forums indicating this is a common issue affecting 4runners and other Toyota models, particularly on sun-exposed horizontal panels. However, Toyota has not formally addressed this issue for gray paint vehicles. I am submitting this complaint to document a potential widespread clear coat defect and to request further review.

2 Body problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2023

The entire exterior body clear coat is peeling off. This started about 1. 5 years ago on the tailgate. It has now spread to the hood and the top of the vehicle. I called Toyota customer care, and they indicated this a known widespread problem with this vehicle make and model. So far, only the pearl white color has been recalled as the result of numerous consumer complaints. My vehicle color is nautical blue- Toyota indicated there has not been enough consumer complaints yet for this color for it to be recalled. Toyota suggested I log a complaint here in hopes it will result in a recall.

3 Body problem

Failure Date: 10/02/2020

75 mph impact on interstate, 4 runner complete loss. Engine protruded into foot well and not a single airbag was deployed. Injuries include - concussions, broken nose, head lacerations, head and neck problems.

4 Body problem

Failure Date: 10/09/2017

The tforce fender flares have become extremely loose, and rattle when driving. I am afraid of them flying off on the interstate and causing damage to a following vehicle.


Other Structure related problems of the 2016 Toyota 4Runner

Body problems
4
Paint problems
1
Frame Rust problems
1


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