1999 Toyota 4 Runner Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1999 Toyota 4 Runner recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1999 Toyota 4 Runner.

Most common 1999 Toyota 4 Runner problems

Problem areas named in the 330 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Structure	114
Suspension	66
Unknown Or Other	36
Tires	29
Power Train	24
Fuel System, Gasoline	22
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	22
Electrical System	17
Engine And Engine Cooling	16
Steering	16

What owners report

2023-06-25, Suspension
The frame above the RT rear tire has rusted completely through. It's where the rear end bolts to the frame, at a wedge welded to the frame with bolt holes in it. It's like it wants to flip over and darts left or right every time there's a dip or rough spot in the road. I chained it and put a tow strap around everything I could to keep the rear end from coming out & killing me or someone behind me

2022-09-30, Suspension
The contact's wife owns a 1999 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at a slow speed, the back end of the vehicle began to wobble. The contact stated that his daughter pulled the vehicle into a parking lot and had the vehicle towed to the contact's home. The vehicle was inspected and severe corrosion was discovered on the driver's side rear lower control arm mount. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed him that there are no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was given the same information as the dealer. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 240,000.

2021-10-18, Structure
The component that is failing is the frame. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The safety of myself and others is at risk due to the frame falling apart due to the lack of integrity. The lack of integrity and strength is from oxidation or major rust. The vehicle has not been inspection by a 3rd party. The rust is a common issue in this year/model from other owners and has appeared to be a manufacturing error.

2021-06-14, Service Brakes
Over the years of ownership, my vehicle has been overwhelmed with rust issues. All four axles are rusted to include the brake components. I didn't realize how bad the rusting was until I heard "popping" noise when making turns The rear suspension sway bar link was rusted so bad, it broke free. I had the rack and pinion replaced in August of 2020 because rust ate through the lines. The frame appears to have separations due to rust as well.

2021-05-12, Suspension
RIGHT REAR CHASSIS RUSTED OUT

1999 Toyota 4 Runner questions

Does the 1999 Toyota 4 Runner have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1999 Toyota 4 Runner at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Toyota 4 Runner?

Based on 330 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (114), Suspension (66), Unknown Or Other (36).

How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Toyota 4 Runner has been fixed?

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