2021 Toyota 4runner Backup System Problems

Your backup camera works intermittently or fails completely, and you've developed a habit of relying on it when backing up. You hit a parked car while reversing in your driveway because you expected the camera to be working and didn't see the vehicle behind you in time. The dealership won't inspect or confirm the problem without charging you first, and there were no warning lights when the issue started in April 2023. Fixing this will likely require the dealership to diagnose the camera system and replace any faulty wiring, connectors, or the camera unit itself.

Your backup camera works intermittently — sometimes it shows objects behind your vehicle, but other times the screen goes black. The problem started about 6-8 months ago and has gotten worse, failing more often than it works. Cleaning the camera didn't help. A fix may involve inspecting the camera connection, replacing the camera unit itself, or updating the display system software.