The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 3 of 8 complaints (38%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 60 in 2025 to 8 in 2026.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 8
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,700–$2,950
- Combined MPG
- 21–23
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2026 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,650 | 2,700–2,950 | 2,700–2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 17 | 21–23 | 21–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16 / 19 | 19–23 / 24–26 | 19–23 / 24–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 503–519 | 380–417 | 380–417 | |
| Complaints filed | 10 | 60 | 8 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 3 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 3 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 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 2026 Toyota 4Runner have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 3 of 8 NHTSA complaints (38%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Toyota 4Runner get?
EPA rates it 21–23 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 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 | 403 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 | 22 mpg | 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 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 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 (2)
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid, 2025 Tundra Hybrid, Tundra, 2026 RAV4 Hybrid, 4Runner i-Force Max Hybrid, and 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence
- A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA18.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2026 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence
- An incorrect load carrying capacity label may lead to improper loading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GST will mail a new modification label to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 26R1.