Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Structure:body — runs 5.7× the fleet median for that category across the 1175 model-years tracked on this site.
380Complaints
5Recalls
28Crashes
3Fires
18Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Structure:body (33.4% of complaints) — was examined in a now-closed NHTSA investigation that did not result in a recall.
Structure:body complaints here are 5.7× the median for that category across the 1175 model-years tracked on this site.
1 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 5 rest on owner reports alone.
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 380 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“NOTICED RUST ON GARAGE FLOOR,HAD DEALER INSPECT THE FRAME WAS TOLD THAT , ONLY FOUND SURFACE RUST NO HOLES. AT WHAT POINT DOES THIS TURN…”NHTSA complaint 10761543 — filed 09/04/2015 · STRUCTURE:BODY
“THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF THE MAIN FRAME UNDER THE VEHICLE BROKE DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME. AS FAR AS I KNOW TOYOTA…”NHTSA complaint 10639414 — filed 09/26/2014 · STRUCTURE:BODY
“IN SEPTEMBER 2012 I NOTICED PAINT BLISTERING ON THE TAILGATE OF MY 4RUNNER. I NOW (8/13) HAVE RUST THROUGH ORIGINATING FROM THE INSIDE MIDDLE OF…”NHTSA complaint 10535898 — filed 08/17/2013 · STRUCTURE:BODY
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota 4RUNNER?
Structure:body issues are the most-reported category, cited in 127 of 380 NHTSA complaints (33.4%), followed by unspecified/other issues (73), suspension (63), steering (21). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2006 Toyota 4RUNNER have?
380 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 28 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, and 18 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2006 Toyota 4RUNNER have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V065000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2006 Toyota 4RUNNER's reported problems?
1 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page is backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.
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