1995 Toyota 4runner problems
The Toyota 4Runner is an SUV manufactured by the Japanese automaker Toyota and marketed globally since 1984, across five generations. In Japan, it was marketed as the Toyota Hilux Surf (Japanese: トヨタ・ハイラックスサーフ, Hepburn: Toyota Hairakkususāfu) and was withdrawn from the market in 2009. The original 4Runner was a compact SUV and little more than a Toyota Hilux pickup truck with a fiberglass shell over the bed, but the model has since undergone significant independent development into a cross between a compact and a mid-size SUV. All 4Runners have been built in Japan at Toyota's plant in Tahara, Aichi, or at the Hino Motors (a Toyota subsidiary) plant in Hamura.
The name "4Runner" was created by copywriter Robert Nathan with the Saatchi & Saatchi advertising company as a play on the term "forerunner". The agency held contests to invent new names for Toyota's forthcoming vehicles. According to Toyota, the "4" described the vehicle's 4-wheel drive system while "Runner" was a reference to its all-terrain capabilities and how it could "run" off-road.
For some markets, the Hilux Surf was replaced in 2005 by the similar Fortuner, which is based on the Hilux platform.
As of 2021, the 4Runner is marketed in the Bahamas, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, Peru, the United States and Venezuela. Many markets that did not receive the 4Runner, such as Europe and the Middle East, instead received the similarly designed Land Cruiser Prado, another SUV that shared many of the same components.
The 4Runner came in at number five in a 2019 study by iSeeCars.com ranking the longest-lasting vehicles in the US. The 4Runner had 3.9 percent of vehicles over 200,000 miles (320,000 km), according to the study.
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Common 1995 Toyota 4runner problems
The Toyota 4Runner, produced from 1990 to 1995, is known for its second-generation model with a 3.0-liter V6 engine. While Toyota is generally known for its reliable vehicles, this particular generation of the 4Runner has some common problems that owners have reported.
- Rust/Body/Paint Problems: The 4th-generation 4Runners, particularly those produced from 1990 to 1995, were particularly susceptible to rust and corrosion damage. This can occur around the frame and suspension components, and it can lead to significant repair costs. Regular inspections and maintenance can help prevent or mitigate this issue.
- Transmission Issues: The Toyota 4Runner from this generation has reported transmission issues, including rough shifting and loss of power. These issues can be caused by faulty shift solenoids or throttle position sensors, both of which require replacement to fix.
In summary, the Toyota 4Runner from the second generation (1990-1995) with a 3.0-liter V6 engine has some common problems that owners have reported. These include sagging rear suspension, power steering problems, engine problems, rust/body/paint issues, and transmission issues. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent or mitigate these issues.
What is the most common problem with a Toyota 4Runner?
6 Common Toyota 4Runner Problems
- Bluetooth Echos During Calls. What's the point of hands-free calling if you can't have a conversation without an annoying echo getting in the way? ...
- Toyota Truck Frame Rust. ...
- Musty and Moldy A/C. ...
- Rodents Chew Soy-Coated Wires. ...
- Toyota Vehicles with Recalled Takata Airbags. ...
- Melting Dashboards.
How long will a 1995 4Runner last?
Expect a 4Runner to Last Close to 200,000 Miles, with 4.1% of the SUVs Reported to Reach the Mileage Milestone. Toyotas are known for their reliability, and the 4Runner is no exception. The Toyota 4Runner is one of the brand's most reliable vehicles, with many 4Runners living to see as many as 300,000 miles.
Are old Toyota 4Runners reliable?
A: Historically, the Toyota 4Runner models from the years 1999-2000, 2008-2009, and 2017 to the current fifth generation have been praised for their reliability.
Are 4Runners high maintenance?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Toyota 4Runner is $514, compared to an average of $573 for midsize SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models.
1995 Toyota 4runner car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota 4runner problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Tires problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Toyota 4runner vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1995 Toyota 4runner
The NHTSA has received 184 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Toyota 4runner. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1995 Toyota 4runner vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-15
- VIN: JT3VN29V9S0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Engine, no sign of overheating ... Overheated within 3 months of ownership on my way to work with my wife's Conclude the headgaskets were blown. Toyota doesn't acknowledge recall. . Plus send a recall for v6 4runners headgaskets
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-10
- VIN: JT3VN29V6S0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: BLOWN HEAD GASKET ON 3.0 V-6
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-18
- VIN: JT3VN29VXS0
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: MAY 2015 ON WAY TO DRS AND THEN OIL CHANGE AT PEP BOYS. HEAD GASKET ON CAR BLEW FOR 2ND TIME (6000 AND 2 YEARS, SINCE FIRST TIME). DRIVING ON FREEWAY PROCEEDED TO OVERPASS AND IN THE MIDDLE OF THIS EXTREMELY HIGH, CURVED OVERPASS, BRIDGING THE 23 TO THE 101, DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, THE CAR "FARTED", CLOUD OUT BACK SIDE AND SPEED JUST DROPPED. COASTED DOWN OTHER SIDE AND CAR "LIMPED ALONG SLOWLY" FROM THERE. MOST TERRIFYING EXPERIENCE. PRAYED NO ONE WOULD HIT ME AND SEND ME FLYING OFF THE CONNECTOR TO FREEWAY BELOW. I HAD NO PROBLEM WITH CAR PRIOR, RUNNING BEAUTIFUL. TOOK THE GRADES, HIGHWAY, PASSING STREET DRIVING. NO PROBLEM. BACK TO ISSUE: LUCKILY, NO CARS IMMED. BEHIND ME AND THOSE COMING WERE FAR ENOUGH TO AND COULD USE L LANE. WAS ABLE TO GET OFF FREEWAY. CAR,DIED AT EVERY LIGHT, BUT MADE IT SLOWLY, TO PEP BOYS. THEY SAID HEAD GASKET BLEW. PLEASE NOTE THIS WAS A RELATIVELY NEWLY REPAIRED HEAD GASKET. REPAIRED 2/16/2013 DONE @ 160,227. WAS GIFTED CAR IN NOV 2013 BY FAMILY MEMBER WITH METICULOUS RECORDS AND SPOT ON REG MAINTENANCE OF THIS VEHICLE. HERE I AM AT THE 166,265 AND FOR SOME REASON AGAIN THE HEAD GASKET IS INCAPABLE OF FUNCTION WITH THE SPECS OF THE VEHICLE. WENT WITH A RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINE, BY CERTIFIED ENGINE REPAIR ONLY FACILITY, BUT SINCE THE BIG BANG. THE CAR HAS AN UNIDENTIFIABLE SPEED ISSUE. CAN HIT UP TO 80- 85 ON HWY, (RUNS ALMOST BEAUTIFULLY, AGAIN BUT PASSING POWER, VARIES, DOES HILL AND THEN, IT DOESN'T. LOOSING SPEED/POWER FOOT TO THE FLOOR. THEN RUNNING BEAUTIFULLY. HAD 39 POINT INSPECTION AAA. 4/1/16 PASSED SHIFTING/ENGINE CRANKING/ HANDLING ETC, DOES NOT FOLLOW ANY, IF THEN, YOU WILL NOTICE, NO ENGINE, OD, WARNING LIGHTS. LOSS OF DASH FUNCTION, RPM , SPEEDOMETER, GAGE FUNCTIONS...CAME HERE AND FOUND OUT NOT ONLY ONE WHO'S ENGINE BLEW WAY BEFORE ITS TIME, AGAIN HAVE COMPLETE CARE REPAIR HISTORY AND MAINTENANCE RECORDS.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-18
- VIN: JT3VN39W8S0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TOYOTA 4RUNNER 1995 BLOWN HEAD GASKETS
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-02
- VIN: JT3VN39W1S0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: MY HEAD GASKET IS BLOWN. THE DUMMY PANEL DID NOT SHOW OVERHEATING BUT STEAM OR SMOKE WAS VISIBLE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD. COOLANT WAS LEAKING WHEN PARKED BUT THE RADIATOR IS FULL. TOYOTA SAYS MY VIN SAYS IT WAS MANUFACTURED IN NOV 1995 MY REGISTRATION PAPERWORK SAYS IT WAS FIRST REGISTERED OCTOBER 1995. AS WITH MANY OTHERS, TOYOTA SAYS IT IS NOT INCLUDED. HOW MANY REPORTS MUST BE MADE BEFORE IT IS A COVERED PROBLEM? OR IS THERE NO CHANGE TIL LAWYERS GET INVOLVED? *TR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-02
- VIN: JT3VN39W8S0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ENGINE EXHAUST SMOKY. COOLANT LEVEL DROPS. STEAM AND WATER EMITTED FROM EXHAUST PIPE. CAUSE SEEMS TO BE DUE TO A FAILED HEAD GASKET(S) OR FAILURE OF ALUMINUM CYLINDER HEADS TO MATE TO CAST IRON ENGINE BLOCK. OTHER POSSIBILITY IS CRACKING IN WATER JACKET OF HEADS. THIS IS A 3.0 LITER V6 ENGINE AND HAS HAD PRESS RELEASES ABOUT GASKET FAILURES. THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW BY CUSTOMER AND HAS NEVER HAD THE ENGINE OVERHEAT OR HAS IT BEEN RUN WHILE LOW ON ENGINE LUBRICATING OIL.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-01-03
- VIN: JT3VN29V1S0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: BLOWN ROD . BAD MOTOR .. THE 4 RUNNER HAD A 4 WHEEL DRIVE ENGINE IN IT THAT CAME STOCK IN A 2 WHEEL DRIVE 4 RUNNER? IT BLEW OUT A ROD ON ME AND THESE SR5 MOTORS ARE SUPPOSE TO LAST A LONG TIME? 98,432 IS LOW FOR ME. *TR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-15
- VIN: JT3VN39W2S0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I DO NOT OWN THIS VEHICLE ANYMORE AS I NEEDED A RELIABLE VEHICLE TO MAKE IT TO ARIZONA FROM IOWA. I ALSO HAD A COBALT I HAD TO GET RID OF WITH BAD TRANSMISSION AND STEERING RACK (PRIOR TO RECALL OF STEERING RACKS). I DO NOT HAVE STORAGE CAPABILITY FOR JUNK VEHICLES. THIS TOYOTA HAD A BLOWN HEAD GASKET AT 90000 MILES LIKE ALL THE OTHER 10 YEARS WORTH OF RECALLED 4RUNNER 3VZ-E ENGINES. BUT CONVENIENTLY FOR TOYOTA THEY FORGOT TO INCLUDE 95. THERE IS NO WAY A CAR COMPANY REDESIGNS AN ENGINE THEY WERE PHASING OUT IN 4 MONTHS. NEEDED GASKET REPLACED BUT NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL. TOYOTA SAID TOO BAD, SO SAD, OUR REPUTATION RELIES ON QUALITY VEHICLES. BBB SAID IT IS UP TO THE CAR COMPANY TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR VEHICLES, I.E. WE DO NOT CARE. I GOT $0.00 FOR TRADE IN ON IT. THE COBALT I ALSO TOOK A $1000 LOSS SINCE I ONLY HAD IT 4 MONTHS AND TRADED IT IN WITH 42000 MILES (BOUGHT AT 37000). *JS
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-03-28
- VIN: JT3VN39W4S0
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE HEAD GASKET IS GOING OUT THERE IS A RECALL FOR OTHER MFG DATES BUT MINE WAS 1 MONTH TOO LONG AND OTHER PEOPLE COMPLAINING ON THE INTERNET ABOUT THEIR 95 4RUNNERS WITH BLOWN HEAD GASKETS AND TOYOTA TELLING THEM TO GO POUND SAND.TOYOTA IS EVEN HAVING LATER MODEL V6S WITH FAILING HEAD GASKETS THE MOTOR ITS SELF IS THE PROBLEM THE DESIGN IS NOT PERFECT IT'S COOLING PROBLEM IS THE CAUSE OF THE SLEDGE RECALLS THEY HAVE GOING ON. BUT IF THEY ADMIT THAT THE MOTOR IS BAD IT WOULD COST THEM A ARM AND A LEG SO ME AND A LOT OF OTHER PEOPLE ARE LEFT HOLDING THE CRAPPY CARS TAIL PIPE WHAT WORRIES ME IS IT STOPPING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREEWAY THEN GETTING REAR ENDED. *JS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-08-01
- VIN: JT3VN39WXS0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I BOUGHT A REGULARLY MAINTAINED, USED 1995 4 RUNNER WITH 119,000 MILES. WITHIN A MONTH, IT BEGAN RUNNING POORLY AND THE REPAIRS BEGAN. HAD TO HAVE THE TRUCK TOWED NUMEROUS TIMES AFTER IT LEFT ME STRANDED WITH MY INFANT CHILD. I HAVE REPLACED EVERYTHING POSSIBLE BUT NOW THE MECHANIC TELLS ME I HAVE A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. THERE WAS NO INCIDENT OF OVERHEATING. I HAVE SEEN ENOUGH COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE TO UNDERSTAND THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE AND REFUSES TO RECTIFY THIS SITUATION. I WAS TOLD BY TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE THAT MY TRUCK IS NOT ON THE RECALL LIST. WHY NOT? EVERY OTHER YEAR WAS RECALLED FOR THE VERY SAME PROBLEM. I CANNOT AFFORD THIS REPAIR AND SINCE THIS VEHICLE HAS 'NICKEL AND DIMMED' ME TO DEATH, IT SITS IN THE DRIVEWAY. I CAN'T FIX IT, CAN'T SELL IT, CAN'T TRADE IT IN. IT WAS A WASTE. MY HUSBAND'S CAR HAS BEEN A REAL TROOPER BUT IT NEEDS REPAIRS. THE 4 RUNNER HAS TAKEN SO MUCH, WE CAN'T EVEN FIX THE BASICS ON HUBBY'S CAR. JUST WANT TO KNOW WHEN TOYOTA IS GOING TO ADMIT THE PROBLEM AND HELP US ALL THAT ARE STUCK WITH THEIR MESS! *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-11
- VIN: JT3VN39W2S0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE TAIL PIPE AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN DRIVING ERRATICALLY. THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF BUT WOULD NOT RESTART AFTER FOUR TO FIVE ATTEMPTS. WHEN RESTARTED, THERE WAS THICK WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE TAIL PIPE ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE HEAD GASKET WAS FRACTURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 179,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-24
- VIN: JT3VN39W0S0
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CLUTCH PEDAL STICKING TO FLOOR TRUCK WOULD NOT SHIFT TILL YOU PULL PEDAL BACK UP. THEN IT FINE TILL IT WOULD DO IT AGAIN. IT HAD NEW CLUTCH PUT IN AFTER NOTHING HELPED. IT WAS NOT THE CLUTCH. IT STILL DONE IT .LINES BLEED MANY TIMES. DIFFERENT WEIGHTS OF FLUID DID NOT HELP .PEDAL ASSEMBLY TAKEN APART CLEANED AND GONE OVER .DID NOT HELP .NEW SLIEVE DID NOT HELP .IT MIGHT BE 2 MINUTRS OR 2 MONTHS BETWEEN STICKING.IF TRUCK WAS IN GEAR WHEN PEDAL STUCK IT WOULD TAKE OFF LIKE BAT OUT OF HALL. STANDING ON BRAKE WITH BOTH FEET WOULD NOT STOP TRUCK.HAD TO TURN MOTOR OFF TO STOP TRUCKTHEN PULL PEDAL BACK UP .THEN I SAW ONE DAY THE PEDAL SUCKED ITSELF TO THE FLOOR.IT WAS PULLING ITSELF TO THE FLOOR THEN TAKE OFF IF IN GEAR.MAYBE OTHER PEOPLE WHO THINK PEDAL IS STICKING MAY BE WRONG MINE SUCKED ITSELF TO THE FLOOR.I BUT DANGEROUS I ALMOST REAR ENDED PEOPLE AT STOP LIGHTS BEFORE I COULD GET MOTOR TURNED OFF. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-02-05
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3VN39W3S0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE WITH 3.0L V6 HAS BLOWN TWO HEAD GASKETS IN 135,000 MILES. VIN IS JUST OUTSIDE OF THE "SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN". GASKET FAILED (AGAIN) WITH NO WARNING, VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, DRIVER LOST CONTROL
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-15
- VIN: JT3CN39W750
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I'VE TALKED WITH TOYOTA ABOUT THE HEAD GASKET RECALL ON THIS 4RUNNER , AND I'VE BEEN TOLD YES THEY WILL FIX THE HEAD GASKET BUT ONLY IF I PAY FOR ANY OTHER REPAIRS TO THE ENGINE AND THEY TELL ME THEY WILL ONLY DO IT UNDER THESE CONDITIONS. IS THIS TRUE OR ARE THESE DEALERSHIPS TRYING TO EXTORT MONEY FROM ME . I JUST WANT THE HEAD GASKET FIXED ALL OTHER IS MY RESPONSIBILITY AND I WILL REPAIR THE OTHER MYSELF.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-05
- VIN: JT3VN39W0S8
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I HAVE READ HUNDREDS OF STORIES SIMILAR TO MINE - YET TOYOTA IS TELLING ME MY VIN DOES NOT QUALIFY FOR THE SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN AKA: RECALL. ALTHOUGH I DO HAVE AN OFFICIAL LETTER STATING THAT ALL TOYOTA 3VZ-E ENGINES QUALIFY. . MY STORY: LAST WEEK, I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND MY 1995 V6 3.0L EFI (3VZ-E ENGINE) BEGAN TO OVERHEAT. SUDDENLY A CLOUD OF WHITE SMOKE EMERGED FROM BENEATH THE HOOD AND I LOST ALL POWER. I PULLED OVER ON THE SHOULDER, LIFTED THE HOOD TO FIND THE RADIATOR CAP SEVERED FROM THE RADIATOR AND ANTIFREEZE/BOILING WATER SPRAYING EVERYWHERE - I LET IT COOL BUT HAD A DIFFICULT TIME STARTING IT. EVENTUALLY I WAS ABLE TO GET IT TO A MECHANIC SHOP ABOUT 7 MILES AWAY.. BLOWN HEAD GASKETS #6 CYLINDER IS NOT FIRING. THIS IS CLEARLY A CLASS ACTION SUIT IN THE MAKING! *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-04-30
- VIN: JT3VN29V2S0
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER FRONT DRIVESHAFT DISCONNECTED FROM TRANSMISSION WHILE DRIVING IN FREEWAY. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-12-15
- VIN: JT3VN39W5S0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: PROPERLY CARED FOR 1995 4RUNNER BLEW HEAD GASKETS. LOOKING AT APPROX. $2K REPAIR. TOYOTA RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM ENDS AT MAN. DATE OF 10-94. THEY WON'T COVER THE SAME PROBLEM THAT HAS APPARENTLY HAPPENED TO HUNDREDS OF 95 OWNERS. *TR
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-26
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TIRES BOUGHT FROM SEARS AUTO CENTER 31X10.50X15 GENERAL ALL TRAIN L/TS WERE BROUGHT IN FOR ROTATION & BALANCE REGULAR (2X) .TIRES ARE WEATHER CRACKING IN THE TREADS , TIRES WERE 2 YEARS OLD WHEN BOUGHT NEVER TOLD NOW THEY WON'T DO NOTHING HALF TREAD ON TIRES IT IS ALL WAY'S PARKED IN GARAGE. NEED YOUR HELP! *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-14
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3VN29V6S0
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I BELIEVE, THOUGHT, SWEAR I SET MY 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER IN THE PARK POSITION. I RECEIVED A CALL FROM SECURITY INFORMING ME IT ROLLED AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. I FOUND MY VEHICLE AND OBSERVED THAT THE SUV WAS NOT IN PARK, BUT THE DRIVE. HOW IS THIS POSSIBLE? I SHOULDN'T BE ABLE TO TAKE THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION WHILE THE LEVER IS IN THE DRIVE POSITION. ACCORDING TO THE MANUAL, "ON VEHICLES WITH AUTO TRANSMISSION, THE SELECTOR LEVER MUCH BE PUT IN THE "P" POSITION BEFORE TURNING THE KEY TO "LOCK" POSITION. "LOCK" - ENGINE IS OFF AND THE STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED. THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED ONLY AT THIS POSITION." THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME I'VE BEEN ABLE TO TAKE THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION WHILE THE LEVER IS IN DRIVE POSITION. I MAKE A CONSCIOUS EFFORT TO MAKE SURE IT'S IN PARK BEFORE REMOVING THE KEY. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-14
- VIN: JT3VN39W2S0
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I HAVE A 1995 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER THAT HAS FRAME RUST SO BAD THAT THE WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE MY SON WAS DRIVING IT. AT THAT TIME WE WERE ADVISED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WE ARE THE ORIGINAL OWNERS, IT WAS GARAGED AND WELL MAINTAINED THROUGHOUT THE YEARS. I HAVE CONTACTED A LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER AS WELL AS THE CORPORATE OFFICES SINCE THEY HAVE A BUY BACK PROGRAM FOR THE SAME YEAR TRUCK WITH THE SAME RUST PROBLEM BUT HAVE GOTTEN NOWHERE. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-03-19
- VIN: JT3VN39W8S0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: BLOWN HEAD GASKET ON 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 4X4 WITH V-6 ENGINE. I SEE RECALL INFORMATION FOR 91,92, 93, 94, AND 96. WHAT ABOUT 95. I HAVE TALKED WITH OTHERS THAT HAVE HAD SAME PROBLEM WITH THIS YEAR. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-02-01
- VIN: JT3VN39W4S0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: BLOWN HEAD GASKET ON 1995 4 RUNNER. HAPPENED IN 2/2009. TOYOTA HAS HAD RECALLS ON HEAD GASKETS FOR 1995 4 RUNNERS BUT HAS CLAIMED THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED. MANY MANY OTHER OWNERS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM SEE: HTTP://WWW.CARSURVEY.ORG/VIEWCOMMENTS_REVIEW_45660.HTML REQUIRES HEAD GASKET REPLACEMENT - TOYOTA WON'T COVER IT. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-05
- VIN: JT3VN39W2S0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I OWN A 1995 4 RUNNER # WITH ONE OF YOUR 3.0 MOTORS IN IT AND IT ONLY HAS 107,000. MILES ON IT. THE HEAD GASKET BLOW OUT ON IT, IT STARTED EATING COOLANT. I HAVE CALLED YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT CASE # 200812190092 WITH NO REGARDS TO MY PROBLEM, I WAS BLOWN OFF JUST LIKE THE HEAD ON THIS MOTOR, BLOWN OFF. I HAVE OWNED 4 TOYOTA?S INCLUDING NEW CAMRY'S, MY PARENTS BOTH DRIVE TOYOTA'S. THE 4RUNNER IS NOW SITTING IN MY DRIVE WHILE THE SNOW IS PILING UP AROUND IT, I BOUGHT IT TO DRIVE IN THE WINTER, I'M LEFT DRIVING MY CAR. I WANT THIS FIXED BY YOU ( TOYOTA) YOU KNOW YOU HAVE A DESIGN FLAW WITH THIS MOTOR. CONTACT ME ASAP TO RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM. THIS IS NOT A PROBLEM THAT YOU CAN WALK AWAY FROM, THERE ARE TO MANY OCCURRENCES. I WILL LET THIS TRUCK SET IN MY YARD WITH A SIGN ON IT THAT TELLS ALL WHO DRIVE BY IT THAT TOYOTA WILL NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCTS-BLOWN HEAD GASKET AT 107000 MILES. I WANT AN ANSWER AS TO WHEN YOU WILL GET MY TRUCK REPAIRED AT YOUR COST, NOT MINE. CALL TODAY IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO RESOLVE THIS MATTEROR THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. HAVE A GREAT DAY. KB *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-21
- VIN: JT3VN39W4S0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 1995 TOYOTA 4RUNNER LOSSES ELECTRICAL POWER AND STRANGE TICKING NOISE UNDER THE FRONT END WHEN IT DOES IT. NO BRAKE LIGHTS. NO MOTOR POWERAND ETC........ *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-05-01
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 40 MPH AND CAR STARTED BLOWING WHITE SMOKE. WAS TOLD IT WAS A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. CAR HAS 124,500 MILES. CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE MONEY TO REPAIR AND IS DRIVEN SPARINGLY. *TR
1995 Toyota 4runner recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 1995 Toyota 4runner.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE STEERING WHEEL IS REPEATEDLY TURNED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS WHERE HIGH STEERING EFFORT AND POWER ASSIST ARE REQUIRED, FOR INSTANCE, WHEN FULLY TURNING THE WHEEL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED, A FATIGUE CRACK MAY DEVELOP IN THE STEERING RELAY ROD.
- Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE IS CONTINUED TO BE OPERATED IN THIS CONDITION, THE RELAY ROD MAY FRACTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Negative 1995 Toyota 4runner car reviews
Positive 1995 Toyota 4runner car reviews
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I love this vehicle! This is actually the 2nd 4Runner I have owned and I would definitely consider buying another one. The only downside is the mileage, which can range from 12 to 17 depending on various factors. However, I really appreciate the reliability and comfort that this car provides.
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I bought this 4 Runner after it was wrecked in the front left end and rebuilt it. It took a hit, but I fixed it up really well. It's a reliable car that doesn't spin its tires, but it's good for all-around use. I've only had to do general maintenance on it, and there have been no issues from the previous wreck. Just change the oil and you're good to go!
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We purchased the vehicle with 35,000 miles and have found it to be incredibly reliable. The only issue we encountered was when we were in Colorado, where the engine's small size made it a bit sluggish. Overall, we are very satisfied with our purchase and would buy it again.
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Continuously runs great and is very reliable. Although the fan belt is somewhat noisy, it still runs wonderfully. No questions asked!
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You've bought a truck with 127,245 miles on it, and it seems to be a great ride for exploring central and southern Louisiana! Everything is still working fine, but you mentioned that it could use more power under the hood with its V6 3.0 engine.
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Deon Considine 2024-07-26
This car is reliable, but could benefit from more power. The head gasket is a known issue, but with proper maintenance, it can be managed. I have invested a significant amount of money into this car, but it has been worth it for the dependability it provides.
Presley Hoppe 2024-07-16
My Tacoma saved my life during a collision that totalled her. I was so depressed. I knew the only thing I could do was get another Toyota. When I got my 4Runner, she turned out to be a real lemon. She had an overheating issue that I didn't discover until I took a small road trip. After I replaced the radiator, thermostat, and maintained fluids and whatnot, she became the most dependable car I could ever ask for. The funny thing is, they made 2WD 4Runners, and I accidentally bought one! I didn't know until servicing her at Jiffy Lube. They were baffled too. She has 168k miles and still runs strong, although the gas mileage sucks. Unfortunately, I have to sell my baby because of it. I will be sad to see her go.
Winfield Franecki 2024-07-11
I purchased this vehicle with 126K miles on it. Despite my high hopes of keeping it for years to come, the transmission failed at 130K miles and I was presented with a $3,700 bill. Although disappointed, I am confident in my decision to purchase this truck and believe that with proper care, it will continue to serve me well. It is unfortunate that the previous owner did not take care of the transmission, but I am taking the necessary steps to ensure that it is properly maintained moving forward. I am not discouraged by this setback and look forward to many more years of driving this reliable vehicle.
Kobe Goodwin 2024-05-26
After only 2 months of purchase, I experienced several issues with the vehicle such as blown tires, a faulty ABS sensor, and the need for new brakes. Additionally, I had to fix the radiator, replace the cracked head gasket, and install new lifters. Unfortunately, there was also a crack in the axle boot. Despite these challenges, I have taken great care of this vehicle. It is clear that the previous owner did not maintain it properly, but I have taken the necessary steps to address these issues. While the cost of repairs was significant, I am confident that my investment in this vehicle will pay off in the long run.
Jason Eichmann 2024-04-27
I bought mine second hand at CarMax. I love its all-around usefulness, and I have confidence that my wife and kids are safe driving it. Since I bought it, I have had the brakes, many batteries, starter, belts and hoses, wipers, and tires replaced.