CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Toyota 4 Runner has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 96 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (70 reports).
2012 Toyota 4 Runner recalls
Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants
Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The front passenger airbag inflators in these vehicles can degrade over time when exposed to long-term high humidity, high temperature, and temperature cycling.
Hood Scoop Can Detach, Creating a Road Hazard
Certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles fitted with accessory hood scoops installed by Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) or SET dealers may have a hood scoop whose adhesive weakens over time.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators can rupture after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Exhaust Tip Can Burn People Standing Behind Vehicle
Some 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles may have accessory exhaust tips installed by Southeast Toyota Distributors or its dealers.
Exhaust Tip Can Burn People Standing Behind Vehicle
Certain 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles may have accessory exhaust tips installed by Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) or SET dealers.
Most common 2012 Toyota 4 Runner problems
Problem areas named in the 96 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 70 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
What owners report
Consistent steering wheel shake between 60-65 mph. This is a very well known issue on the 2010-2024 4Runners and it drives me and many others crazy, and feels unsafe to drive with. Will happen almost anytime Iâm on the highway. My vehicle only has 48k miles. This needs to be addressed.
Vehicle radiator light came on, shortly thereafter (5-10 min) vehicle overheated. Waited for vehicle to cool down, then drove home. The following day drove the vehicle to dealership. After an inspection the dealer stated the heads are cracked and needed to be replaced. When I asked how this could happen to a car that is regularly serviced with only 90k miles his response was "the original heads were made of weaker metal, the replacement ones are upgraded. We haven't had any come-backs on the ones we've replaced". I then asked, well how many vehicles has this impacted? Sounds like this should be covered under a recall? His response "We've had quite a few in the past month or so, s
The contact owns a 2012 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The Police Department called and arranged for the vehicle to be towed to an authorized dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel pump had disintegrated and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall for the failure. No further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.
I was driving on the expressway, at about 70 to 75 miles. Suddenly the vehicle just slowed down to 40 miles per hour. I almost got hit from the back by a truck. But, then it suddenly picked back up. this has happened several times but the shop nor the dealer could tell me what was wrong. I finally took it to another shop and they said it was the fuel pump. So I start researching to see if there were recalls on the fuel pump and yes their are. But not for my vehicle year. They are for 2013 to 2020. What can I do about that? This started about 3 to 4 months ago.
2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO TAKATA FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO HAVE A RECALL NOTICE MAILED TO A CURRENT ADDRESS. *JS
2012 Toyota 4 Runner questions
Does the 2012 Toyota 4 Runner have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2012 Toyota 4 Runner: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Hood Scoop Can Detach, Creating a Road Hazard; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Exhaust Tip Can Burn People Standing Behind Vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Toyota 4 Runner?
Based on 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (70), Service Brakes (6), Electrical System (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.