Toyota · 4Runner · 2026
2026 Toyota 4Runner
0
Recalls
4
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2026 Toyota 4Runner has no recalls and 4 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: power train,fuel/propulsion system (1 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 29, 2026
Research Context
The 2026 Toyota 4Runner page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is power train,fuel/propulsion system with 1 reported complaint.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2026 Toyota 4Runner currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 4 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are power train,fuel/propulsion system (1), exterior lighting (1), power train,forward collision avoidance (1).
- Vehicle
- 2026 Toyota 4Runner
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 4
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
18.5% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Owner Complaints
4 totalEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 5, 2026
The Toyota 4Runner (5th and 6th Generations) lacks a dedicated 'Approach Lighting' function, creating a critical personal safety and trip-and-fall hazard during nighttime entry. Users are forced to navigate the vehicle's perimeter in total darkness, increasing the risk of injury ...
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VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 27, 2026
With the slanted windshield and location of the rearview mirror creates a blind spot when looking to the upper right. Both my husband and I have trouble seeing.
POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 27, 2026
At approximately 520 miles, while performing a low speed left hand turn, the vehicle experienced a sudden mechanical "thunk" in the drivetrain followed by an immediate loss of motive power (Limp Mode) in my new 2026 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro. The engine revved significantly, but the...
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POWER TRAIN,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Jan 14, 2026
The car has the iforce max powertrain. At low speeds or in stop and go traffic, when the car has come to a stop, the car will lurch forward, which could potentially cause an accident. I took car to dealership and they said this is normal operation of the hybrid system and there i...
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Why Compare These Pages
The strongest comparison flow is usually: exact vehicle-year page, then nearby years of the same model, then other 2026 Toyota models. That sequence helps separate one-off year spikes from broader make-wide patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota 4Runner have?
The 2026 Toyota 4Runner has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
NHTSA has received 4 owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Toyota 4Runner.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
The 2026 Toyota 4Runner received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2026 Toyota 4Runner are power train,fuel/propulsion system (1 reports), exterior lighting (1 reports), power train,forward collision avoidance (1 reports).
Does the 2026 Toyota 4Runner have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2026 Toyota 4Runner. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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This page summarizes publicly available data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA by vehicle owners and do not by themselves prove defect severity or vehicle safety. Safety ratings may not be available for all vehicle-years. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. For official information, visit the official NHTSA page for this vehicle.