CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Toyota 4 Runner has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (12 reports).
2018 Toyota 4 Runner recalls
Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine while driving
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail on these vehicles.
Loose Steering and Suspension Bolts Can Cause Loss of Control
Certain steering and suspension components on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened during installation of an accessory.
Wrong weight rating label may lead to overloading
Certain 2017-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles were modified by Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) with a TRD wheel package.
Wrong load label may lead to overloading and crash risk
Some vehicles may have an incorrect load carrying capacity label, which is the sticker that tells the driver how much weight the vehicle can safely carry, including passengers and cargo.
Grille Overlay Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard
Certain 2015-2018 Toyota 4Runner vehicles fitted with an accessory Billet Grille Overlay, installed by Southeast Toyota Distributors or its dealers, may have a U-nut that secures the overlay fracture.
Most common 2018 Toyota 4 Runner problems
Problem areas named in the 60 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 12 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
What owners report
On [XXX], my husband was driving our 2018 Toyota 4Runner Limited home from Coventry, CT, with me in the passenger seat. At the second-to-last STOP sign on our route, a yellow slip indicator light suddenly appeared on the dashboard. We did not know why. We wondered if we had accidentally touched a control near the steering wheel. The brakes still worked normally, and my husband stopped completely. I photographed the warning light. Since we were only a few minutes from home, we continued cautiously, planning to check the warning once home. Shortly afterward, we were driving downhill on [XXX] toward the next STOP sign at [XXX]. My husband applied the brakes, but the vehicle did not slow as expe
Maplewood Toyota dealership service negligence resulted in a severe, 2-tooth mechanical misalignment of the steering intermediate shaft splines. The vehicle was subsequently driven for 11 months under extreme structural binding, inducing unmeasurable metallurgy fatigue on a primary control linkage, internal hydraulic valve balancing failure within the steering gear assembly, and excessive over-tensioning of the primary airbag restraint electronics. Reusing these compromised components creates an active crash hazard and an unreasonable risk of sudden component failure. CHRONOLOGY OF EVENTS & REPEATED DIAGNOSTIC FAILURES: In January 2026, an authorized franchise facility (Maplewood Toyota) rep
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Toyota 4Runner. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy per a Carfax report. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was 65,862. However, the Carfax report indicated that the mileage was 61,000 in April 2022; 90,000 in February 2023; and 54,000 towards the end of the month in February 2023. The contact stated that the current approximate mileage was 86,000.
The dealership Direct Motor, located in Manassas, Virginia, sold me this car in poor condition. On Sunday the 22nd, I picked up the car around 10 PM. They didn't show me any information about the car. When I picked it up, I saw that the front bumper and rear door were damaged, and the airbag lights were on, which is dangerous. I returned the car first thing Monday morning and asked them to exchange it. They refused. I asked for my money back, which is $3,000, and they refused again. Then I went back on Wednesday and filled out a form explaining why I returned the car. They said they would return my money, but now they're not responding. They're trying to scam me.
this vehicle was purchased from Don Chalmers Ford in Rio Rancho on 1129, 2025, upon purchasing a 2018 Toyota foreigner Limited I traded in a 2020 Acura RDX with only 50,000 miles. The salesman seemed to trustworthy. He showed me the Carfax Clean had no accidents no recalls then I receive some paperwork stating this vehicle is eligible for a buyback. I still have not received the license plate or registration. No one informed me that this vehicle is eligible for a buyback meaning I paid way too much for this vehicle. Iâm having problems with suspension brakes steering wheel shaking at high speeds leaks lights on several problems. The dealership promised they would fix everything they have i
2018 Toyota 4 Runner questions
Does the 2018 Toyota 4 Runner have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2018 Toyota 4 Runner: Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine while driving; Loose Steering and Suspension Bolts Can Cause Loss of Control; Wrong weight rating label may lead to overloading; Wrong load label may lead to overloading and crash risk; Grille Overlay Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota 4 Runner?
Based on 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (12), Unknown Or Other (9), Air Bags (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Toyota 4 Runner has been fixed?
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