2018 Toyota 4Runner: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Toyota 4Runner: 5 recalls, 58 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.
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.
Suspension, Steering Vehicle recall #19V670000 · 2019 · 34 vehicles
What's wrong: During installation, certain steering and suspension components May not have been properly tightened.
Why it matters: Loose fasteners May cause a loss of vehicle control, or cause an accessory to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Set will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-tighten the steering and suspension fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 19, 2019.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #20V682000 · 2020 · 1,525,742 vehicles
What's wrong: The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank May fail.
Why it matters: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (11): the most common themes are steering problems (11), noise or vibration (5).
- Other / unknown (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (6): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (3).
The 2018 Toyota 4Runner has 58 owner complaints, ranking #25 of 37 4Runner model years for complaints (well below the 158 average). Complaints peaked in 2020 (14 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 20,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (36 complaints, 5 recalls), 2019 (65 complaints, 4 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 2018 Toyota 4Runner have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Toyota 4Runner problems?
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (11), other / unknown (9), airbags (7).
What gas mileage does the 2018 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 2018 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.