Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2022 Toyota 4Runner
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Toyota 4Runner has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 39 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V480000 Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/ FMVSS 110 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V310000 Illegible Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V963000 Inoperable Driver's Side High Beam/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Unknown or Other 7 complaints
- Air Bags 6 complaints
- Suspension 6 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 5 complaints
- Service Brakes 5 complaints
- Steering 4 complaints
Of the 39 complaints on file, 5 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 39 complaints, owners report 7 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $8,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2022 Toyota 4Runner has a few recalls and complaints but none significantly detrimental to overall reliability. Recalls are mostly limited to labeling and lighting issues, while complaints cover diverse areas like air bags and suspension. The vehicle maintains a reliable standing with moderate maintenance needs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| suspension | 50,000–80,000 miles | $300–$700 | common |
| service brakes | 40,000–70,000 miles | $250–$500 | common |
| steering system | 60,000–90,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspection and service
- Tire rotation and balance
- Air filter replacement
- Transmission fluid check
- Battery health check
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Strange noises from suspension
- Vibration when braking
- Steering wheel drifting to one side
- Inconsistent brake pedal feel
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.