The battery died unexpectedly (about 3 years old) and when we replaced it and tried to drive it, there was a loud continuous beep from the dash and no brakes. We replaced the ABS fuse, which blew again immediately. We had to have it towed to the shop and it was confirmed it was the brake module. This exact issue just happened with our 2013 camry and it was replaced under a manufacturer warranty. I drive my kids in this car. We could have died.
2007 Toyota 4RUNNER: ABS light or ABS activating
10 of the 154 complaints about the 2007 Toyota 4RUNNER describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 103,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 7 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota 4runner. After starting the vehicle, a high pitched audible alarm sounded and the ABS, traction control, and emergency brake sensors remained illuminated. Also, when depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the brakes malfunctioned and the pedal traveled to the floorboard. The vehicle was towed to jim hudson toyota (970 columbiana dr, irmo,sc) , but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 111,000.
Complete and permanent damage of ABS and brake module ian's results in no brakes while running the car.
The braking system vibrates and squeals when driving and braking... Told the ABS/master cylinder system needs to be replaced at the cost of $3082.25. Started noticing problems at about 128000 miles on vehicle. Doesn't seem right that there is a major malfunction/repair needed with such low mileage
The dashboard alarm sounded and the ABS, vsc, brake, and traction control warning lights illuminated. This was followed by complete brake failure. Fully depressing the brake pedal would not stop the vehicle. Dealer diagnosed a failed master cylinder assembly.
While driving with my entire family on I-95, the vehicle ABS assembly began cycling repeatedly. When depressing the brakes while the ABS was cycling, the brake pedal would grind and slippage occurred in the pedal pressure. No warning lights.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and abnormally traveled to the floorboard. The contact mentioned that the emergency brake was used in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the master cylinder ABS ecu assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 102,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and applying the brakes, the brakes abnormally traveled to the floorboard. The ABS system warning light then illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who replaced the hydro-booster braking system. The manufacturer was notified who advised that there were no recalls and he should file a complaint. They offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 103,000 and the current mileage was 104,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while driving, there was a beeping noise in the engine area and the brake pedal began vibrating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the ABS brake actuator. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 28,000. Updated 09/28/11
2007 toyota 4runner with 55,000 miles. Hydroboot assembly (ABS brake system computer and motor assembly) abruptly went out on march 22 with my 18 yr driving. He could not immediately get the car to stop using all of his strength and force. Toyota dealership claims this is a "freak" occurrence. If this would have been on a highway or my 15 yr with learners permit driving, this would have been a fatal accident. Toyota says "out of warranty" and "sorry".
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Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2007 Toyota 4RUNNER abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2007 Toyota 4RUNNER?
10 of 154 owner complaints about the 2007 Toyota 4RUNNER (6%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2007 Toyota 4RUNNER?
There are 0 recalls and 7 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2007 Toyota 4RUNNER
Sudden acceleration 9Brake failure 5Door locks 5Harsh shifting 5
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