2014 Toyota 4 Runner Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2014 Toyota 4 Runner has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (24 reports).

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77Owner complaints
5Crashes reported
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2014 Toyota 4 Runner recalls

Fuel pump may fail, causing engine stall while driving

Recall 20V012Jan 13, 20201,830,752 vehicles affected

The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants

Recall 19V741Oct 17, 2019928,220 vehicles affected

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

Recall 19V005Jan 9, 20191,299,448 vehicles affected

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

Recall 17V425Jul 3, 20173,547 vehicles affected

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.

Exhaust Tip Can Burn People Standing Behind Vehicle

Recall 16V577Aug 3, 2016425 vehicles affected

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

Recall 15V515Aug 13, 20152,530 vehicles affected

Certain 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles may have accessory exhaust tips installed by Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) or SET dealers.

Equipment

Recall 14V828Dec 30, 20143,958 vehicles affected

Most common 2014 Toyota 4 Runner problems

Problem areas named in the 77 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System24
Unknown Or Other11
Air Bags8
Structure8
Steering7
Engine6
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Service Brakes5
Fuel System, Gasoline4
Suspension3

What owners report

2026-07-29, Engine
I am reporting what I believe is a design defect involving the Secondary Air Injection (SAI) System on my 2014 Toyota 4Runner. My vehicle illuminated the Check Engine Light and stored Diagnostic Trouble Code P2440 (Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve Stuck Open). During my inspection, I found that the factory-installed foam air pump filter had completely deteriorated and was missing. The filter appears to have disintegrated over time rather than being removed during maintenance. The filter is intended to prevent contaminants from entering the Secondary Air Injection pump and switching valves. Once it deteriorates, debris can enter the system, potentially contaminating the switch
2026-04-07, Structure
White Paint Peeling From Metal Body Panels
2026-03-10, Tires
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota 4Runner. The contact purchased four Bridgestone tires in 2022, Tire Line: Alenza AS Ultra, Tire Size: 245/60/R20, DOT Number: 1RBTEAAU1. The contact stated that all four tires had developed cracks on the sidewalls and by the tire beads. The tires were replacement tires. The tire dealer was contacted and advised the contact that it was normal wear on the tires. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The tire failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The vehicle failure mileage was 80,000.
2025-06-30, Air Bags
I had a collision and rear ended a truck. My front left bumper was completely damaged. My chest hit the steering wheel. My airbags did not deploy.
2025-06-07, Unknown Or Other
paint is peeling on my 2014 Toyota 4runner . Toyota recalled for white paint but nothing for blue . i already paid so much for the car but not paying extra for the paint . Toyota should fix it .

2014 Toyota 4 Runner questions

Does the 2014 Toyota 4 Runner have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2014 Toyota 4 Runner: Fuel pump may fail, causing engine stall while driving; 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; 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 2014 Toyota 4 Runner?

Based on 77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (24), Unknown Or Other (11), Air Bags (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 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.

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