Toyota 4Runner 2025 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Toyota 4Runner 2025 and 59 complaints filed by owners. It has 32% more complaints than the average Toyota 4Runner from 2016–2025 (45 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Toyota 4Runner 2025

Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 25V595000 · 2025-09-11

What happens

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.

Consequence

An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 25V595000

Complaints from other owners

59 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

3 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 3 injuries

Most reported problems on the Toyota 4Runner 2025

• Brakes: 23 (39% of complaints)
• Electrical system: 7 (12% of complaints)
• Structure and body: 7 (12% of complaints)
• Steering: 4 (7% of complaints)
• Air bags: 2 (3% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Toyota 4Runner 2025

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• Look for frame rust, welds or uneven paint that point to accidents.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Toyota 4Runner recalls by year

• 2016 : 8 recalls · 79 complaints
• 2017 : 5 recalls · 36 complaints
• 2018 : 5 recalls · 58 complaints
• 2019 : 4 recalls · 65 complaints
• 2020 : 1 recalls · 33 complaints
• 2021 : 1 recalls · 36 complaints
• 2022 : 3 recalls · 39 complaints
• 2023 : 1 recalls · 32 complaints
• 2024 : 1 recalls · 9 complaints
• 2025 : 1 recalls · 59 complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Toyota 4Runner 2025 have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Toyota 4Runner 2025. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Toyota 4Runner 2025?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: brakes (23 of 59 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.