2017 Toyota 4Runner: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Toyota 4Runner: 5 recalls, 36 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
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Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V291000 · 2017 · 1,019 vehicles
What's wrong: The fasteners for the aftermarket roof rack May have been improperly tightened.
Why it matters: If the roof rack fasteners loosen, the roof rack May detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gulf states will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the roof rack fasteners, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017.
Tires Vehicle recall #17V295000 · 2017 · 409 vehicles
What's wrong: Gulf states Toyota, Inc. (gulf states) is recalling certain 2017 4runner , 86, avalon, camry, camry hybrid, corolla, corolla im, highlander, highlander hybrid, prius, prius c, rav4, rav4 hybrid, sienna and yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the tire pressure label.
Why it matters: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value May not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gulf states will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #17V763000 · 2017 · 431 vehicles
What's wrong: The u-nut that secures the overlay grille May fracture, allowing the billet grille overlay to detach from the vehicle.
Why it matters: If the billet grille overlay detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners, and dealers will replace the securing u-nuts with upgraded hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 26, 2018.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V831000 · 2017 · 649 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles May have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018.
Equipment Vehicle recall #18V753000 · 2018 · 1,295 vehicles
What's wrong: The gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) on the certification label May be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners and mail them corrected certification labels, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (14): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2).
- Brakes (9): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (4).
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are warning light on (3), electrical failure (3).
- Airbags (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 Toyota 4Runner has 36 owner complaints, ranking #31 of 37 4Runner model years for complaints (well below the 158 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (10 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 12,890 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (79 complaints, 8 recalls), 2018 (58 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 18 | Regular |
| 4.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 20 | 18 | Regular |
| 4.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 20 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Toyota 4Runner have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Toyota 4Runner. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Toyota 4Runner problems?
Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (14), brakes (9), electrical (5).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Toyota 4Runner get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic (S5)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Toyota 4Runner repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.