CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Toyota 4 Runner has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 381 complaints with NHTSA, including 28 crashes, 3 fires, 18 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (144 reports).
2006 Toyota 4 Runner recalls
Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Certain vehicles were equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters that have a copper strand heating element.
Side curtain airbags may deploy unexpectedly
Some SUVs and trucks equipped with side curtain-shield airbags have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed.
Most common 2006 Toyota 4 Runner problems
Problem areas named in the 381 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 144 |
| Unknown Or Other | 74 |
| Suspension | 65 |
| Power Train | 30 |
| Air Bags | 24 |
| Steering | 22 |
| Electrical System | 19 |
| Service Brakes | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 17 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 |
What owners report
During routine maintenance, we noticed frame rot.
unknown, vehicle started to leak a fluid, took vehicle to mechanic shop they said frame rotted to the point they would not let me drive it home had to have it towed and now without transportation. the almost identical frames on other toyota vehicles were recalled for exactly the same problem. i dont understand why toyota will stand behind some of their vehicles and take care of some of the toyota owners but not all.
Frame is rotting away. The tacomas, tundras, sequoia were recalled for this issue. The tacomas frame is very close in design to the 4runner. The main difference is the 4runner uses coil springs whereas the tacoma used leaf springs. Toyota stated that because the 4runner was made in Japan unlike the others that were made in the USA, that the 4runners were not part of the recall.most of the 4runners that are no longer drivable, are because of rotted frames. The repair kits that fix the rotted frames on the tacomas are the same kits that fix the 4runners. Now toyota won't even touch my vehicle for other repairs because of the rot holes.
MYself and my fiancee were driving to our family's home, the rear defrost was on due to foggy windows as we were driving down the road there was a loud noise from the back half of the 4 runner. I had turned and looked back behind me and the rear hatch window was completely shattered. Its still intact in the window frame but about to fall out. This happened out of nowhere no warnings or anything.
The frame under the car rusted so much that the gas tank literally fell through the frame to the ground. This put my son at risk and fortunately he was able to pull over in a residential area and exit the vehicle. A mechanic and welding company both assessed the vehicle and acknowledged the u unusual and excessive rusting. In researching online and speaking to car experts, this seems and is confirmed to be poor manufacturing and materials used for the frame.
2006 Toyota 4 Runner questions
Does the 2006 Toyota 4 Runner have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Toyota 4 Runner: Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Side curtain airbags may deploy unexpectedly; Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal; Equipment:Other:Labels; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota 4 Runner?
Based on 381 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (144), Unknown Or Other (74), Suspension (65).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Toyota 4 Runner has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.