CarComplaints.com Notes: Although it has a stellar record in terms of vehicle problems, initially the 4th generation (2003 - 2009) 4Runner didn't earn our top "Seal of Awesome" rating because it received poor crash test ratings for rear impacts. However it's proven to have one of the lowest driver death rates out of all vehicles (not just SUVs), so we've bumped it back up to our top award.
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
3,500 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
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While applying brakes, a small bump was hit and the brake pedal went to the floor. The vehicle eventually stopped, but without the assistance of power breaks. This has happened on several occasions, so far without a collision. The vehicle has been taken to the dealership several times and they have been unable to find the problem.
While driving down the freeway traffic started to slow. I applied pressure to the brakes but nothing happened. There was a loud clicking noise in the braking system and the car seemed to lurch forward. The car is now totaled. The same problem occurred a month before and my wife has experienced the problem as well.
- El Dorado Hills, CA, USA
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