2001 Toyota 4Runner Suspension Problems
- 19
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 19 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- frame rust · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Structure · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Took my vehicle for oil change and was advised that the frame was badly rusted and should take vehicle to toyota immediately. Toyota indicated that no recall was issued for this year model vehicle and nothing could be done. So i have a mechanically good vehicle that i can not use due to rusted frame.
ODI 11170591
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
The frame rusted out and is very dangerous to drive .there are many complaints involving the frame rust on the 4 runners and toyota will not help with the problem
ODI 11129865
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
The frame is rusting out very badly, thus leaving vehicle unable to operate it soon.
ODI 11121024
Suspension
Frame rust on left rear frame at attachment point of lower control arm which locates axle to frame. Rust holes in frame around this same area.
ODI 10944972
Suspension
Brought the car in for rear end repair and had 2 reputable mechanics refuse to repair the truck because they said the frame was so badly rusted that it would be a hazard to even drive the truck irregardless of any repair that they could perform
ODI 10925552
Steering · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
We were told today that our 2001` toyota 4-runner has frame rot that is inconsistent with the age of the vehicle and the condition of all the other parts on it. Frame rot that constitutes a danger to our safety when driving it. The repair technicians advised us to determine if it was part of toyota's frame rot recall with the tacomas and other vehicles because the frame rot rust was consistent with the pattern of…
ODI 10865769
Suspension · Underbody Shields
LEFT SIDE FRAME ROTTED OUT. *TR
ODI 10703980
Suspension · Underbody Shields
On routine check and inspection, toyota arlington and toyota schaumburg called my attention regarding a premature rusting on the underbody frame and resulted in a linear hole by the rear left and right portions of the vehicle. This according to the service advisors of both toyota dealerships may make the vehicle unsafe to operate and may result to uncontrolled stability during driving. *tr
ODI 10654203
Power Train · Service Brakes · Suspension
On october 11th 2014, i was driving my 2001 4runner, on my way to work. Had just turned off a road with a speed limit of 55. As i hit 35mph, my car comes to a jolting stop with a loud bang and drag on the tires. The car still ran, but the car wouldn't move. I had to finish walking to my job, as i was cellphone-less at the time. I had to pay to have my car towed home, missing an entire day's work, which was a loss of…
ODI 10651885
Suspension · Underbody Shields
Vehicle frame is rusting to the point of perforation. I discovered today two holes, one on each the driver and passenger side, inner frame rails just behind the rear crossmember. My concern is it may be rotting from the inside out. Is the manufacturer going to issue a recall on these frames as they have done on tacomas and tundras? This car is in excellent condition otherwise and i had planned to drive it for much…
ODI 10639655
Body · Suspension
The 4runner has developed surface rust on the frame underneath the car. The rust is also apparent on suspension components and brakes. *tr
ODI 10631403
Suspension
I was going over a rail rd crossing, and there was a loud bang and knocking after. Brought it to a shop, and they said that my driver side upper, rear shock went through my shock mount. *tr
ODI 10629459
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Suspension
When driving at 70 mph, the vehicle vibrates on the highway. I have taken the vehicle constantly to the dealership for over two years complaining about this problem and they always told me that nothing was wrong. Today (5/10/14), the mechanic at the dealership put the truck on a rack and ran the car at 45 mph and there was visible vibration coming from the drive shaft and a loud noise that i could never hear from…
ODI 10587585
Power Train · Suspension
Driving down the highway in 2001 toyota 4-runner going about 60 and all of a sudden the rear end/tires locked up and got it to the side of highway barely and then it started smoking really bad. Very lucky that it didn't cause a wreck or no one got hurt. Can't drive it or nothing, makes a loud knocking noise in the rear end and also when you turn the key on inside the vehicle all lights are on and its making a…
ODI 10531528
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
The frame has suffered serious rust through also described as "frame rot" in postings on line of toyota 4-runner problems. This rust through has made the vehicle unsafe and currently unusable. The rust was discovered when the entire rear axle was replaced at my expense. Toyota would not allow that they were responsible for faulty manufacturing of the rear axle either which was yet another safety concern. *tr
ODI 10705384
Body · Suspension
3rd generation 2001 toyota 4runner with excessive frame and body rust. The gas tank stem is rusted, the rear differential is literally porous and leaking oil due to excessive rust. Rear bumper is rusted, spare tire mount is rusted. Other areas of rust are too numerous to list. Repair shop said car is not worth fixing. Dana corp that made frames for toyota tacomas/tundras that were recalled also is best know for rear…
ODI 10457551
Power Train · Suspension
The rear differential on my toyota 4runner rusted so badly in 9 years of ownership that the structural steel frame that supports the differential gears (the housing) cracked and oil spilled out on the road. I discovered the rust during the yearly state inspection and consequently had the differential inspected by my toyota dealer (berlin city portland, me) a few months back and they said it was structurally sound…
ODI 10439801
Suspension · Underbody Shields
The under carriage has been rusting since i noticed approx. 4 yrs after purchase. I now have been unable to pass inspection or drive vehicle since entire under carriage is completely rusted out. When attempt was made to place on lift to observe it began to crack or split . I have only 87000 miles on it and the rest of vehicle is clean and basically rust free. It is march 27 , 2015 and has been sitting in driveway…
ODI 10702226
Steering · Suspension
While making a lane change(from lane [redacted] 4), i suddenly lost control of my 2001 4runner on the freeway, and ended up hydroplaning across the freeway towards the center divider. I was some how able to stop my car mostly in lane 1 and partially in lane 2 but before i could attempt to straighten out my car i was then hit by another vehicle. Due to this impact, my car was a total loss. Roads were wet due to rain…
Crash reported
ODI 10156330