2023 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 In Japan, it was marketed as the Toyota Hilux Surf (Japanese: トヨタ・ハイラックスサーフ, Hepburn: Toyota Hairakkususāfu) and was withdrawn from the market in 2009.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 2023 Toyota 4runner problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Toyota 4Runner 2023, several common problems have been reported:
- Undercarriage Rusting: Another common problem is undercarriage rusting in the 2005 4Runner, with an average cost to fix of $2,000 at an average mileage of 140,000 miles.
- Airbag Failed To Deploy In Accident: Owners of the 2015 4Runner have reported instances where the airbag failed to deploy in an accident, with an average cost to fix around $9,000 at an average mileage of 15,000 miles.
These issues highlight concerns related to safety and structural integrity, which are crucial aspects for any vehicle owner. It's important for Toyota to address these complaints to ensure the reliability and safety of their vehicles.
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.
Do 4Runners have transmission problems?
The automatic transmission may not shift properly after 25,000-150,000 miles due to a shift solenoid that needs replacement or a faulty throttle position sensor. Most of the time, a complete overhaul is not necessary to resolve the issue.
Is Toyota discontinuing 4Runner?
The Toyota 4Runner is not being discontinued. But we expect the 2024 model will be the last of the current generation, to be replaced by an all-new version for 2025 that will retain a sturdy body-on-frame design but get better fuel economy.
Is the new 4Runner reliable?
Toyota 4Runners aren't just reliable - they are considered above average. According to withclutch.com, the Toyota 4Runner scores 84.05 in reliability, marking it as very reliable. It is higher than other quality Toyota vehicles like the Prius, Corolla, and Avalon.
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.
What are the pros and cons of the Toyota 4Runner 2023?
2023 Toyota 4Runner Review
It's not fuel-efficient, comfortable or high-tech, but it's loved for its tough looks, off-road heritage and versatility. Like many truck-based SUVs, the 4Runner is very capable off-road, has plenty of towing capacity and offers loads of cargo space.
Is Toyota discontinuing 4Runner?
The Toyota 4Runner is not being discontinued. But we expect the 2024 model will be the last of the current generation, to be replaced by an all-new version for 2025 that will retain a sturdy body-on-frame design but get better fuel economy.
Is the new 4Runner reliable?
Toyota 4Runners aren't just reliable - they are considered above average. According to withclutch.com, the Toyota 4Runner scores 84.05 in reliability, marking it as very reliable. It is higher than other quality Toyota vehicles like the Prius, Corolla, and Avalon.
2023 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:
- Unknown or other problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Tires problems
- Back over prevention problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2023 Toyota 4runner vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2023 Toyota 4runner complaints
The NHTSA has received 17 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2023 Toyota 4runner.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-14
- VIN: JTEPU5JR9P6
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Toyota 4Runner equipped with Falken Tires, Tire Line: WildPeak, Tire Size: 275/70/R17, DOT: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel and driver's seat began to vibrate violently, prompting the contact to dramatically reduce the speed of the vehicle, but the failure persisted. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the four tires. The independent mechanic found an abnormally heavy spot on all four tires, preventing the tires from being properly balanced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened; however, the manufacturer provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 23,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-19
- VIN: JTEKU5JR4P6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: We purchased our vehicle new September 2023 from a Toyota dealership. Engine oil dipstick Toyota part 15301-50140 was installed in vehicle and was verified by 50140 stamped on dipstick. I wanted an extra oil dipstick so ordered a replacement through Toyota. The original dipstick part 15301-50140 is no longer available and has been superseded by Toyota part 15301-0P060. I ordered the new dipstick part number and received it from Toyota. It is verified by 0P060 stamped on the dipstick. The safety concern is the two dipsticks are not the same length and each one requires a different quantity of engine oil to reach the Full mark. The new dipstick -0P060 is 1/2 inch shorter than the old, no longer available dipstick -50140. Most importantly the Low and Full marks are also both 1/2 inch higher up or closer to dipstick handle on the new dipstick than the old one. It takes approximately 0.9 quart more of engine oil to reach Full on the new dipstick than on the old one. One of these dipsticks is correct for my vehicle and one is not. The original dipstick is no longer available and the new dipstick is not the same as the original. The difference of 0.9 quart more or less of oil in the engine is significant and important. Too much or too little oil can damage an engine or contribute to a shorter engine life. Both of these dipsticks cannot be correct for our vehicle. I have talked to the Service Managers at two Toyota Dealerships and they do not have an answer for why these dipsticks are different. I have spoken to Parts Department people at two additional Toyota Dealerships, called Toyota Motor North America and no one has any idea why these dipsticks are different or which one I should be using. I also wrote a letter to Toyota Motor NA Headquarters over two months ago and have received no response to date. I have both dipsticks available for inspection. Toyota needs to let owners know if they should replace their old dipsticks or not on these vehicles.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-17
- VIN: JTEFU5JR9P5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: I was driving down the highway when suddenly I heard a loud noise that resembled a gunshot, and shattered glass started flying all around the front of my vehicle. It turned out my sunroof had unexpectedly exploded. It was like the car was under pressure and it was relieved through the sunroof. I had my air conditioner on and my windows up. My sunroof cover was open and broke glass managed to be scattered everywhere. This resulted in glass fragments coming into contact with my face and arms, leading to a painful burning feeling on my skin. Luckily, a Toyota dealership was 2 miles away. I immediately drove to the dealership so my vehicle could be repaired. The replacement part was not available for my vehicle so I had to stay in a hotel until my vehicle could be repaired. This incident caused me a great deal of anxiety and I don’t know if I can trust this will not happened again.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-10
- VIN: JTEDU5JR9P5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: A new 4Runner over a year old has an OEM windshield safety concern. The dealership has been polite with my concerns. With normal use, the windshield has been compromised by what appears to have been the slightest road debris. I’m up to 7 repairs. All repairs at dealership except 1. I love this vehicle out of my many vehicles since 1988, even the Toyotas (i.e. Tundra, Camry, CHR, and FJ cruiser [12 years, 2 chips with 150K miles]) yet this 2023 4Runner’s windshield is defective by any logical reasoning. I’m concerned with the potential of it shattering.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-27
- VIN: JTERU5JR4P6
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: On [XXX] while driving approximately 60 mph on a straight smooth highway only about 4 miles from my home my 4 Runner started violently shaking. The whole vehicle was shaking like the wheels were going to fall off. The steering wheel was shaking and I was shaking due to the amount of vibration. I did not depress the brakes for fear it would flip and crash. I let off the accelerator to slow down carefully and find a spot to pull off the highway. As I got slower I checked the onboard tire pressure which indicated all tires were holding correct amounts of air. About 3/4 to a mile from the time the shaking started it stopped shaking and about a quarter mile later it did it one more time for a few seconds. After that it did not occur again. After making a couple stops along my day I was driving at about 40mph when the big red box that reads BREAK came on while the vehicle made a loud beeping noise over and over until the light went off. There were no vehicles in front of me to cause the anti collision alert to deploy. As of [XXX] Toyota of Fayetteville, Arkansas has my vehicle to check this issue. They are also replacing my front facing camera that has finally arrived after months of waiting for it to be delivered. It was found to be defective shortly after purchase August or September 2023. I only had the vehicle for a few weeks when the camera stopped working. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-07
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTEDU5JR9P5
- Components: AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: November 2023, my 13 year old daughter and I were involved in a car accident. A vehicle made a left hand turn in front of us and we collided (t-boned) the passenger side of the other vehicle. There were no warning lights, notifications of car crossing in in front of us, the assisted brake system did not activate, the air bags did not deploy, the on car assistance showed no accident reported. Other than the seat belts in the vehicle, no other safety features engaged. We have not been able to locate anyone who can confirm why no of the safety features did not work. Why did none of the safety features work and who can I contact. We no longer feel safe in this vehicle .
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-18
- VIN: JTELU5JR8P6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While driving the 4Runner on a clear road with no vehicles in close proximity, I heard a loud explosion like noise. I looked around and didn’t see any damage, I didn’t strike anything , nothing hit me. As I continued driving I could hear glass noise above and realized it could have been the sunroof. I pulled over and pulled back the sunroof cover and confirmed that the glass was broken. Luckily my 6 month old baby was not in the vehicle and the sunroof was closed and covered so no glass made its way into the car but I would consider this a high risk near miss. Once I got home I inspected the damage further and noticed that the glass broke upwards. I made an appointment with the dealership that I purchased 4Runner from (Victory Toyota in Canton, MI) and explained to them what happened. The dealership was initially adamant that something must have struck the sunroof but I explained that this scenario is improbably given the height of the vehicle and the amount of force needed to cause such a large hole, additionally the glass broke upward and you can see that in the photos attached. Once at the dealership they confirmed that the glass was raised up. Vehicle is now being repaired. I’ll add that I found a NHTSA investigation report for Kia but there was no resolution noted. As an engineer i believe this is a design and/or assembly issue associated with the clearances in the glass sunroof assembly. Too tight tolerances would create additional stress on the glass, thermal cycling of the glass further aggrevates until glass ultimately fails. Very scary situation and I hope NHTSA starts taking these complaints seriously.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-01
- VIN: JTERU5JR4P6
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Toyota 4Runner equipped with Nitto Tires, Tire Line: Ridge Grappler, Tire Size: 265/70/R17, DOT Number: 737079K4222. The contact stated while driving 58 MPH, the steering wheel was vibrating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the tires had caused the steering wheel to vibrate. The dealer referred the contact to the tire manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The tire manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The vehicle manufacturer was also made aware of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle back to the dealer for assistance from the Service Manager. The failure mileage was approximately 3.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-25
- VIN: JTERU5JR4P6
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: My brand new 2023 Toyota 4Runner has terrible head lights. I see I am not the first person to post this very same complaint either. These headlights NEED to be recalled and replaced by Toyota. I will do my best to describe this, but when driving in the dark there is large shadow cast on the left side of the throw of the lights. It is far in front of the car, just before the light tapers off into darkness. But it's not just that the headlights are uneven, I have light that surrounds the dark spot. So it's like I'm constantly chasing an animal. The 4Runner has a soft suspension, so every small bump in the road makes the shadow dance and it is incredibly distracting. It's all I look at. When I turn it looks like something is running across the road. This is a dangerous design. I live in Illinois and I drive to and from work in the dark 5 months out of the year. Everybody on the internet says it's for the safety of oncoming drivers. The shadow is nowhere near where somebody would be sitting in an oncoming driver seat. This problem is all over the internet. Why has nothing been done about it? The Toyota dealer told me it's be design, and so did the service manager. Toyota corporate referred me to the customer relations lead back at the dealer, who sent me back to corporate, who sent me to a senior advisor at corporate, who told me they have to respect what the dealer says. Round and round we go. I inquired if my dealer can take apart my headlights and remove the piece that casts the shadow out on the road. I bet you know the answer to that one. Never once have I seen this in any vehicle driven by myself, family or friends. Anybody I have had in the car has mentioned how distracting it is. These lights need an immediate recall and replacement. Thank you.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTEFU5JR0P5
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owned a 2023 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while the husband was driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the pedal became stiff and did not slow down as intended. As a result, the contact collided with two vehicles. The air bags deployed. The driver sustained shoulder, back, and forearm injuries. Medical attention was needed. The contact stated that the two other vehicles involved needed medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to a wrecking lot. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-21
- VIN: JTERU5JR3P6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Regarding jack components included with the vehicle. An unknown person, let the air out of one of my tires as an act of vandalism, harassment, or, possibly as a set up for a crime, as is common in California. I attempted to lower my spare tire so that I could put it on and address the tire that has been deflated at another location. The equipment supplied to access the pulley that drops the tire was unusable. The pieces look to be powder coated in a brown color and have combination screw or socket heads on them. There are two of these screws needed to put three pieces together, in order to access , the chain driven pulley to access my spare tire. These screws were apparently powder coated together making it impossible to loosen so that these pieces could be put together to do its function, I have sent come home and, trying to use both the socket set, which does not work, because the powder coating changes the overall size of the screw head. I also tried a screwdriver. These lock screws are unmovable with reasonable and even slightly excessive force. I do need to access my spare tire, even though somebody did come along with an air pump to assist me on that one incident, I need assistance quickly. I do not trust Toyota to resolve my problem in an efficient and non-financially punishing way. This is a dangerous situation. Imagine somebody having a flat tire in the remote area or a dangerous area and needing to leave an area quickly. Toyota should replace all of these parts. I attempted to upload a file, but the form was not permitting me using Google Chrome on an Apple iPhone
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-24
- VIN: JTERU5JR4P6
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: The headlight pattern of the low beam lights has a large dark area at the 10 to 11 O'clock position that appears in the oncoming traffic lane when driving at night. This dark area is very distracting while driving at night. The area is approximately 1 to 2 meters in diameter when seen on the driving surface. It appears the headlights to not meet the photometric requirements for headlights. This pattern was first noticed when the vehicle was delivered by the dealer. I have contacted multiple dealers with no remedy. The dealer states that "pattern is by design."
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-23
- VIN: JTEKU5JR1P6
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: When using the low beams, there is a distinctive shadow or blotch that is evident on the driver's side only in the 2023 4 Runner Limited. I understand from others that it is due to the LED anti glare technology mandated to be used by the government. This shadow or blotch is NOT visible when using the high beams. When using the low beams the shadow is ALWAYS in the periphery or in front of the driver....but it is there at ALL times. As a driver, my eyes are drawn to it, taking my eyes off of the traffic or road ahead. On several occasions I have thought that it was an animal or something. I have had passengers in my vehicle who immediately noticed the same thing and thought that it was a terrible design and would pose a safety hazard. This shadow is NOT visible on the passenger side. I have notified Toyota USA and have visited the dealership several times. I have had the headlamp replaced with no resolution, so I went back to have the headlight adjusted up and it is still there. I have been told by Toyota USA and dealership that this is a 'characteristic' of the vehicle and has been designed this way and they will not do anything to resolve this issue. I have done quite a bit of research and understand other Toyota owners are experiencing the same thing. Here are a few other websites where owners are complaining of the same thing: [XXX] and [XXX] and [XXX] ). I feel that this characteristic is a defect or flaw that poses a safety risk since the driver's eyes are drawn to this 'spot' while driving at night using the low beams. I did not experience this issue with my previous 2014 Toyota 4-Runner. I really appreciate someone looking into this as I am contemplating selling my brand new vehicle because of it. I have video as well. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-01
- VIN: JTERU5JR2P6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: Poor image quality of backup camera. Very grainy and sometimes dark image makes it difficult to see what’s behind you when backing up. A small child or pet could easily be missed when backing up due to this poor image quality. This is an accident waiting to happen. Prior model years and noticeably better image quality
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-19
- VIN: JTEUU5JR3P6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 4runner windshield makes a loud snapping, metal on glass crunching/tapping sound when temperature drop and is very distracting. The dealership heard it some the first visit and placed limited tape on the edge of the cowl lip facing the engine.sound got louder and drowned out the radio. On the second visit it had warmed some. Dealership did not inspect the windshield seal or check for loose components under the cowl as suggested.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-21
- VIN: JTELU5JRXP6
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: On 2/21/2023, my parents jumped into the backseat of my parked car and began putting on their seatbelts. They were met with resistance and were unable to retract their seatbelts. This was very arcane because I seldom have any backseat passengers and I don't load any heavy cargo into my car. Moreover, I went into my backseat and retracted the rear seatbelts, except for the middle backseat, slowly enough to expose the part of the belt webbing that was torn. On both sides of my rear seatbelts, the webbing of the belts is torn. This is perplexing because I never utilize my rear seatbelts, I don't load any type of heavy cargo that would put pressure on the seatbelts, and my car is brand new. I bought my brand new 2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro on 9/23/22. There were no warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. I first noticed the problem on 2/21/23. My safety and the safety of others were at risk because my capricious rear seatbelts could have malfunctioned at any given moment. I'm thankful that I discovered the insidious problem while parked in my driveway. I have contacted my local dealership at Longo Toyota in El Monte, CA about this safety issue and they don't know anything about this problem being reproduced or confirmed. I have not had my vehicle inspected by a Toyota Dealership because they quoted me $175 for inspection and consultation, which I thought was an avaricious price. Also, I work 12-hour shifts as a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac ICU and it's difficult to arrange an appointment because of my work schedule. I believe this is a manufacturer's issue. I believe that the seat belts were manufactured with an incorrect component, which caused the seat belts to "bunch" and eventually lead to the tearing of the seat belts' webbing. Very similar to this prior safety recall on Toyota Siennas. https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-is-conducting-a-safety-recall-involving-certain-toyota-vehicles-6/ Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-25
- VIN: JTEKU5JR0P6
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while the vehicle was shifted into reverse, the back-up camera displayed a distorted screen. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 700.
2023 Toyota 4runner recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2023 Toyota 4runner.
- Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23A.
Negative 2023 Toyota 4runner car reviews
Positive 2023 Toyota 4runner car reviews
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This SUV has been a reliable and versatile vehicle for my family. While the MPG and camera quality could be improved, it more than makes up for it with its 4x4 capability and durable engine. It's perfect for daily family use, road trips, and camping trips. The driving experience is enjoyable and the vehicle feels high-quality and smooth. The pickup is adequate for my needs, although some may prefer more power. Overall, I highly recommend this SUV as a versatile and dependable option for anyone in need of a multi-purpose vehicle.
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I've been researching this vehicle for a couple of years and I finally bought one. It's a dependable and robust car, perfect for long trips. The engine can be a bit noisy until it warms up fully, but that's not a major issue. It's important to rust-proof the frame, as that seems to be a weakness. I went with fluid film and it worked great. Although it's not the most fuel-efficient car, you can save gas and enjoy a quieter ride by sticking to the speed limit. I do wish there were more places to store small items inside, but hopefully, that will be addressed in the next update. The engine is simple and easy to maintain, without any turbos or intercoolers that could increase maintenance costs. This makes most do-it-yourself repairs very easy. While Apple CarPlay only works with a cable, regular Bluetooth works just fine. I do miss the motorized tailgate from my Venza, but I love being able to lower the rear window.
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Just purchased the Octane Orange TRD Pro. Congrats on your new ride! It's definitely a beast.
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I'm so glad to hear that you love the car!
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The car's fuel efficiency falls short of the advertised mpg. Additionally, the auto highbeam option does not include automatic headlights.
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Leopoldo Cruickshank 2024-06-04
I spent 65K on this vehicle only to discover that the onboard Nav maps cannot be updated. This is unacceptable. While I appreciate the option to connect my phone, it is not a satisfactory solution. Toyota needs to address this issue and provide a proper solution. As a loyal customer, I am extremely disappointed.
Cristopher Boyer 2024-01-28
Update: I wanted to share my experience with the dash noise in my Toyota. I noticed that it makes a lot of noise while driving, which can be quite distracting. After doing some research, I found out that this issue started in 2021 when Toyota cut back on their sound deadening during the assembly of the dash. I am planning to go back to the dealership to get this issue resolved. Unfortunately, I have also experienced some other issues with my car, such as moisture in one headlight at 300 miles and a tapping/glass on metal sound from the windshield over any road imperfections at 1500 miles. I have already been to the dealership once for the windshield, but the issue persists. I am now looking into fixing it myself, as the dealership seems to be clueless. If it is the windshield, it may require a full replacement to fix the issue. I am disappointed with these issues and hope that Toyota will take action to address them through a recall or TSB.