Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Toyota 4Runner

Toyota 4Runner owners have reported 29 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Toyota 4Runner


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of Toyota 4Runner

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2023 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the driver's side door failed to lock using the key fob or the buttons on the door. The doors had to be manually locked and unlocked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed to be a known issue, and the locks were   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

I have owned my vehicle since 2017 and since then I have had to change the locks over 10 times. This has been ongoing since purchasing my car. Some were originally covered with the warranty but since it expired, I have paid dealerships out of pocket. I have a lock give out almost yearly.   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

When it rains water comes in the vent on the back of the hood at windshield keeps my carpet soaked how can this be fixed? also my hood latch is not tight enough my hood goes up 2 inches when im at top speeds (55 or 65).   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

: the contact stated when the rear lift gate was opened the automatic open/close mechanism failed and closed on the contact's right hand. The 4th and 5th digits of the ring finger and pinky were crushed and the 5th digit of the pinky of the right hand was hyperextended and may have been dislocated.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the tailgate failed due to corrosion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the tailgate latch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified.   Read details...




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