2010 Toyota 4 Runner Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2010 Toyota 4 Runner recalls

Most common 2010 Toyota 4 Runner problems

Problem areas named in the 147 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	92
Structure	12
Vehicle Speed Control	8
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	6
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)	6
Service Brakes	6
Power Train	5
Wheels	5
Steering	5
Suspension	5

What owners report

2026-10-19, Equipment
The contact owns a 2010 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while lifting the front driver-side wheel of the vehicle using a Pittsburgh 3-ton aluminum jack on a concrete surface in a garage, the jack collapsed, trapping the contact underneath the vehicle. The contact, who identifies as a disabled veteran, sought medical treatment for neck and shoulder injuries, which aggravated pre-existing injuries of the contact who identified as a disabled veteran. The contact stated that the vehicle weighed approximately 6,300 pounds. The store where the jack was purchased was notified of the failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20E046000 (Equipment).

2026-10-12, Carry Handle, Shell, Base
The rotation mechanism of the Cybex Sirona S Convertible Car Seat (2021 model, Indigo Blue) failed. The seat became locked in position and could no longer be rotated, adjusted, or uninstalled. The seat was purchased in XXX as an unused item from goodbuy gear and had been installed in our vehicle for approximately three years with no crash and no known misuse. Yes, the seat has been retained and is available for inspection upon request. No child was injured. However, once the rotation mechanism failed, the seat could not be removed from the vehicle. We were not able to use it anymore either as it was stuck in an unusable position. A child restraint that is fixed in place and cannot be uninst

2025-10-22, Air Bags
My 4Runner was involved in a collision where the airbags did not deploy, and I was knocked unconscious from hitting the steering wheel. The vehicle now shows an SRS fault code and is subject to an open Takata airbag recall. Toyota corporate initially stated they would cover towing for the recall repair, then reversed that decision, claiming an airbag fault does not prevent the vehicle from starting. Because of the failed airbag deployment and recall defect, the vehicle is unsafe to drive until the recall is completed. Toyota’s refusal to provide towing prevents me from safely completing a federally mandated safety recall. I am requesting NHTSA assistance in ensuring Toyota fulfills its o

2025-03-19, Structure
Dear NHTSA, I am writing to formally file a complaint against Toyota regarding their failure to notify me of a recall related to the clear coat peeling from my vehicle’s paint. I was never informed of this issue through a recall notice, nor did it appear in my vehicle’s history. I only became aware of the recall when a friend, who owns the same make and model in the same color, experienced the same problem and was able to have it repaired under the recall. When I contacted my local Toyota dealership, I was told that I am now outside the recall window and that the repair can no longer be completed under the recall. However, had I been properly notified in a timely manner, I would have t

2024-03-19, Structure
I was told the paint on my 4 runner was recalled, but because it was a salvage title they where very rude and told me sorry but they can't fix it. I was so upset because when you spend 40,000. on a vehicle and something recalls it shouldn't matter if its a salvage title or not. So I left. I recently was getting some work done at a different dealership because a friend works there and I was explaining to him the situation and he said that isn't right and I needed to look more into and see about having Toyota fix the problem. I have sense called them back and they are still giving me the same run around and are still very rude. I haven't asked for a manager or anything but wanted to see if

2010 Toyota 4 Runner questions

Does the 2010 Toyota 4 Runner have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2010 Toyota 4 Runner: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Exhaust Tip Can Burn People Standing Behind Vehicle; Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Toyota 4 Runner?

Based on 147 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (92), Structure (12), Vehicle Speed Control (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.