2025 Toyota 4Runner
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 23 of 56 complaints (41%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more fire reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 8 in 2024 to 56 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2025 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,650 | 3,650 | 2,700–2,950 | 2,700–2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 17 | 17 | 21–23 | 21–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16 / 19 | 16 / 19 | 19–23 / 24–26 | 19–23 / 24–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 503–519 | 503–519 | 380–417 | 380–417 | |
| Complaints filed | 32 | 8 | 56 | 7 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota 4Runner have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Toyota 4Runner?
Brakes: 23 of 56 NHTSA complaints (41%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Toyota 4Runner get?
EPA rates it 21–23 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Toyota 4Runner?
EPA estimates $2,700–$2,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 20 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 22 mpg | $2,850 | 399 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 20 mpg | 24 mpg (low) | 22 mpg | $2,850 | 404 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 19 mpg (low) | 25 mpg | 21 mpg (low) | $2,950 (high) | 417 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 20 mpg | 24 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | $2,950 (high) | 415 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 380 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 380 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 25V595000 · Sep 12, 2025
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
Consequence: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.