2015 Toyota 4Runner problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 85 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner, filed between 2015-02-19 and 2025-09-20. The most common problem areas are the air bags (17, 20%), electrical system (13, 15%) and suspension (10, 12%). Owners reported 10 crashes and 9 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 9 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Toyota 4Runner complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 17 | 20% | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Unknown or other | 14 | 16% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 13 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 10 | 12% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 9% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 7 | 8% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Power train | 4 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 3 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Air bags: 17 complaints
- 17 complaints of 85 (20%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 3 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 7 crashes and 7 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Toyota 4Runner; the latest, campaign 19V741000, says: “These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.”
Electrical system: 13 complaints
- 13 complaints of 85 (15%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Suspension: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 85 (12%) name the suspension — springs, shocks and struts, control arms and ball joints.
- 3 of them also name the steering; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 85 (9%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Steering: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 85 (9%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 3 of them also name the suspension; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Structure: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 85 (9%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- Owners reported 1 injury in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Toyota 4Runner; the latest, campaign 17V763000, says: “The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.”
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 3 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names 4RUNNER, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Toyota 4Runner recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Toyota 4Runner?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Toyota 4Runner's most common problem areas are the air bags (17 of 85 complaints), electrical system (13 of 85 complaints) and suspension (10 of 85 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Toyota 4Runner have?
NHTSA has 85 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner, including 10 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner's problems?
NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.