2011 Toyota 4runner Body & Structure Problems
7 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Body & Structure Recalls (1)
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.
Owner Complaints (7)
Your 4Runner's gas tank strap came loose and was hanging underneath the vehicle at 40 MPH. You've also noticed severe rust in multiple areas including the liftgate (with holes), hatch release, skid plate, and front passenger door — rust has corroded completely through the door's interior metal. The dealer and manufacturer attributed this to climate conditions and did not repair the vehicle.
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Your 4Runner's paint is peeling from multiple panels, even though Toyota sent a recall notice about this issue when the paint was still in good condition. Toyota has told you the recall campaign has ended and they won't help, but customer service has confirmed many owners are experiencing the same peeling problem after the recall period expired. Since your vehicle's value will be significantly reduced by the paint damage, you're requesting Toyota repaint it given their awareness of the widespread issue. Addressing this would likely require professional paint stripping and repainting of affected panels.
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Your 4Runner's Blizzard Pearl paint is peeling off in large areas, exposing the undercoat beneath. Toyota acknowledged this as a known defect and issued a Customer Support Program to fix it, but you didn't receive the notification and missed the deadline. The exposed paint can lead to rust or corrosion and affects your vehicle's resale value. Fixing this will likely involve repainting affected areas or a complete repaint of the vehicle.
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REAR FRAME CROSS MEMEBER THAT ALSO SUPPORTS A BOLT ON HITCH RECEIVER AND ATTACHES TO EACH OF THE VEHICLES SIDE RAILS, THAT RUN THE LENGTH OF THE VEHICLE IS RUSTING. I HAVE FOUND SEVERAL 1/4 INCH RUST CREATED SEPARATIONS (HOLES) IN THE STEEL WITH SURFACE RUST CRATING FUTURE FAILUES.
2011 TOYOTA HIGH LANDER. THE POWER LIFTGATE ARM ON THE REAR TRUNK BECAME DETACHED FROM THE LIFTGATE. IT LOOKED TO ME AS IF THE SCREW BECAME STRIPPED AND CAME OUT OF THE HOLE.
TOYOTA HIGH LANDER, 2011. THE POWER LIFTGATE ARM ON THE REAL TRUNK IS DETACHED FROM THE LIFTGATE. IT LOOKED TO ME AS IF THE SCREW BECAME STRIPPED AND CAME OUT OF THE HOLE. AND THEY SAID IT ISN'T COVERED AND THEY WILL CHARGE TO THE OWNER AND IT COSTS AROUND $3500.00, PLEASE INVESTIGATE THIS CASE AND HOW IT DETACHED FROM THE BODY.
UPON ATTEMPTING TO LIFT THE REAR LIFTGATE, THE DOOR WOULD NOT STAY IN OPEN POSITION. THE DAY BEFORE 03/08/2013, IT WORKED FINE. IT APPEARS THE REAR LIFTGATE STRUTS FAILED. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE IF THESE STRUTS FAILED IN THE OPEN POSITION IT WOULD HAVE RESULTED IN SERIOUS INJURY. *TR