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:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
3 miles
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The contact owns a 2005 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that years ago, an independent mechanic discovered severe corrosion on the undercarriage of the vehicle. The contact recently had a fuel leak failure which she linked to the corrosion on the vehicle. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota 4runner. While driving approximately 30-35 mph, the contact noticed a chemical odor. If the windows were open, the smell seemed stronger. The contact stated that because of the smell, he had to take medication. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer six times but the failure could not be remedied. The contact was advised to change the type of fuel he did but the odor was still present. The contact called the manufacturer who also stated that he to change the fuel type. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 6 and the current mileage was 48,200. Updated 02/02/11
- Philadelphia, PA, USA
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