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 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
156,059 miles
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The contact owns a 2007 Toyota 4runner. When the rear defroster was activated, the rear window fractured. The vehicle was taken to hamer Toyota (11041 sepulveda blvd, mission hills, ca 91345, 818-365-9621) where burnt wires were found. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 216,800.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota 4runner. After the rear window defroster was activated, the rear hatch glass exploded. The contact was informed that the warranty period expired on April 30, 2018. The vehicle was repaired by kalispell Toyota (located at 2845 U.S. 93 S, kalispell, mt 59901, (406) 755-6060). The manufacturer was contacted regarding the warranty extension for similar failures with the vehicle and the contact was informed that no assistance would be offered. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000. Updated 12/13/18
Rear window defroster was accidentally turned on (right advice cup holder) causing rear window to shatter while driving. It was stationary at a light at the time.
- Plano, TX, USA
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