2022 Toyota 4Runner problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 39 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner, filed between 2021-12-08 and 2026-05-16. The most common problem areas are the air bags (6, 15%), suspension (6, 15%) and forward collision avoidance (5, 13%). Owners reported 5 crashes, 1 fire and 7 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Toyota 4Runner complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 7 | 18% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 15% | 5 | 0 | 7 |
| Suspension | 6 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 3% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other/i am not sure | 1 | 3% | 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: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 39 (15%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- Owners reported 5 crashes and 7 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Suspension: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 39 (15%) 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 2022 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 39 (13%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 3 of them also name the vehicle speed control; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Service brakes: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 39 (13%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Steering: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 39 (10%) 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 2022 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
Seat belts: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 39 (8%) name the seat belts — belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 5 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names 4RUNNER, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Toyota 4Runner recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Toyota 4Runner?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Toyota 4Runner's most common problem areas are the air bags (6 of 39 complaints), suspension (6 of 39 complaints) and forward collision avoidance (5 of 39 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Toyota 4Runner have?
NHTSA has 39 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner, including 5 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner's problems?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Toyota 4Runner; 0 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.