Toyota 4Runner ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2015–2025)
Side-by-side reliability scores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Toyota 4Runner we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the 4Runner across generations.
Average Score
92/100
Best Year
2022 Toyota 4Runner
Score 96
Weakest Year
2025 Toyota 4Runner
Score 82
Every Toyota 4Runner Ranked
Sorted by reliability score. Each link opens the full year-specific report.
A legendary reliability leader that sacrifices modern creature comforts for unparalleled ruggedness and peace of mind.
Top risks: HVAC System (Blower Motor) · Infotainment System · Frame Rust & Corrosion
A truly bulletproof SUV, the 2019 4Runner is a testament to durability, ready to tackle anything you throw at it with minimal fuss.
Top risks: HVAC System · Front Wheel Bearings · Chassis & Exhaust Corrosion
An old-school SUV built like a tank, offering unrivaled reliability at the expense of modern refinement and fuel efficiency.
Top risks: Automatic Running Boards/Power Steps · Rear Hatch Window Motor/Regulator · Infotainment System
A truly bulletproof, go-anywhere SUV built for the long haul that prioritizes function and longevity above all else.
Top risks: Door Lock Actuator Failures · HVAC Blower Motor Noise · Minor Driveline Vibrations
A legendary SUV that embodies reliability and ruggedness, demanding attention to frame integrity for true longevity.
Top risks: HVAC System (Blend Door Actuator) · Frame Rust and Underbody Corrosion · Infotainment System Glitches
A legendary SUV offering unparalleled mechanical durability, making it an outstanding long-term investment despite its old-school charm.
Top risks: Frame Corrosion · Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) · Water Pump
A bulletproof, old-school SUV that sacrifices modern amenities for unparalleled reliability and go-anywhere capability.
Top risks: Infotainment System · HVAC Blower Motor · Frame/Undercarriage Rust
An old-school SUV built to last several lifetimes, prioritizing ruggedness over refinement.
Top risks: Frame Rust & Undercarriage · HVAC Blower Motor · Front Suspension Bushings/Links
A modern classic, the 2021 4Runner sacrifices refinement for unparalleled reliability and go-anywhere capability.
Top risks: HVAC System Components · Infotainment System Glitches · Underbody & Frame Corrosion
An undisputed champion of reliability, the 4Runner offers unmatched peace of mind, albeit within an antiquated package.
Top risks: Frame Rust/Corrosion · Power Rear Window Motor/Regulator · Infotainment System Glitches
A promising new generation, but expect potential teething issues with its significantly updated tech and powertrain.
Top risks: Hybrid System Integration · Infotainment & Electrical · Turbocharger System Longevity
Problems That Follow the 4Runner Across Generations
Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.
Infotainment System Glitches
Appears in 3 model years · 27% of generations
Infotainment System
Appears in 3 model years · 27% of generations
HVAC Blower Motor
Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations
4Runner vs. the Competition
Head-to-head reliability comparisons with the 4Runner's main rivals.