Suspension Problems of Toyota 4Runner

Toyota 4Runner owners have reported 891 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 30 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (633 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension control arm (79 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of Toyota 4Runner

The Suspension problem

70k mile tires only lasted 45k miles. Tires were worn on the insides after rotations every 5k miles. After changing tires, an alignment and inspection demonstrated the front struts were sagging. 4runner equipped with xreas.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Recently looked at 2007 Toyota 4runner limited v8 for sale to replace my 2005 limited that has severe frame corrosion and discovered that this vehicle too has nearly the exact same corrosion issues. The rear of the frame by the bumper, where the control arms and radiator are attached to the chassis   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota 4runner. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle swerved to the left and right and became uncontrollable without warning. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

I was traveling approximately 70 mph on a straight highway. I felt a bump and then heard a grinding noise and saw sparks from my front left wheel well. I pulled to the shoulder and saw my front tire, wheel, and brake assembly were detached and lodged under my vehicle.   Read details...

The Sway Bar problem

Frame is completely rotted out rusted, gas tank straps are rotted/rusted. Rear sway bars are rotted off the frame. This vehicle has the same frame issue as the tacoma and sequoia frames that are on recall.   Read details...




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