I have noticed that my vehicle doesn’t seem to be balance and most of the time i am afraid the tires will fall off by the movement of the vehicle. And the metal parts that attachment part it looks very bad on the metal parts like it rusted so bad. I hope they will be able to figure out whats wrong and if i am the only one who is experiencing this issue.
The worst 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Body42
- Suspension39
- Engine26
- Brakes18
- Tires14
- Airbags9
- Visibility7
- Acceleration5
- Transmission5
- Wheels4
- Electrical3
- Seat belts3
- Steering3
- Driver assistance1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Locks1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER
Recalls 2
Suspension
- What is wrong
- On certain 2-wheel-drive (2wd) and 4-wheel-drive (4wd) 4runner sport utility vehicles, a combination of heavy loading (simultaneous loading to rear gross axle weight rating and gross vehicle weight rating) and severe steering maneuvers could cause the 2wd 4runner to lose directional stability.
- Risk
- This may result in a loss of control and could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace rear suspension parts. Although the 4wd 4runners do not exhibit the handling condition, toyota will recall these vehicles to avoid any public confusion as to which vehicles should receive the replacement parts. Owner notification began february 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 02V021000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- The sticker required by part 575, "consumer information regulations" to alert the driver of "the particular handling and maneuvering characteristics of utility vehicles" was not affixed to the driver's side sun visor.
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: owners may not be aware of the handling and manuevering characteristics of this vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the sun visors on the affected vehicles with visors containing the correct labels.
Recall number 96V098000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER 60
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN...
- TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a...
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a...
- Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN...
- Obsolete notice
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- Revision notice
- Supersession notice
1996 Toyota 4RUNNER fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4‑cyl | RWD | 18 | 22-23 | 20 |
| 2.7L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 15-17 | 20 | 17-18 |
| 3.4L 6‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 17 |
| 3.4L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 15 | 18 | 16 |
What 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 toyota 4runner. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the sun roof detached and flew off the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and informed the contact that she would receive a callback. The failure mileage was approximately 256,000.
My vehicle has been slipping a lot causing me to lose control of the vehicle it's not the first time it has happened just recently it happened again and I was told to check if there was a recall on the vehicle but there wasn't but after researching my 4runner I've read there was some recalls on the car about the rear suspension.
The rear axle/suspension is completely rusted out. Just took it to my auto shop for an oil change and they will not put it up for an oil change because they are afraid it will collapse.
The axel support rusted off causing it to separate from the frame. This results in a dangerous condition
Axel supports rusted off the frame making it dangerous to drive
Frame is rusting vary badly, in two years the frame that is the drive train will be all gone rust! And auto will not be drivable then
1996 toyota 4runner, the frame is rustting out totally. The total frame is rust or gone. This 4runner was zebarted when new. I have bought this 4runner new from sunshine toyota battle creek,mi
Excessive frame corrosion. Vehicle unsafe to drive.
Takata recall. Antilock brakes slipped and didnt stop. The air bags open until after the truck was towed and parked back at my house when no one was in it.
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Questions about the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER
Is the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER reliable?
Owners have filed 161 complaints about the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER, 1.9 times a typical 4RUNNER model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER?
Body and structure, with 42 complaints, typically around 186,000 miles. Next is suspension (39).
How many recalls does the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER have?
2 recalls, covering suspension and equipment.
What year does the Toyota 4RUNNER have the most body problems?
The Toyota 4RUNNER model years with the most body complaints are 2004 (310 complaints), 2003 (284 complaints) and 2000 (256 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER get?
Official estimates for the 1996 Toyota 4RUNNER range from 16 to 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.7L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 18 city and 22-23 highway.
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