Verdict
2023 Toyota 4Runner: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2023 Toyota 4Runner — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 30 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 56% of 2023 SUVs. Unknown Or Other leads the reports (33%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2023 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
30
Reports to NHTSA, 2023
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
17
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 56% of 2023 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2023 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (33% of 30 reports), followed by exterior lighting (10%).
+ 5 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 30 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11716332, ODI 11714444, ODI 11682974, ODI 11603553, ODI 11589400.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
EquipmentDec 2023 · 23V680000Details +Close −
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23A.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2023 Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD NHTSA source
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- Frontal
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2023 Toyota 4RUNNER SUV AWD NHTSA source
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- Frontal
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Runner 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S5) | 16 | 19 | 17 |
| 4Runner 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S5) | 16 | 19 | 17 |
| 4Runner 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S5) | 16 | 19 | 17 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2023 Toyota 4Runner: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2023 Toyota 4Runner?
Owners filed 30 NHTSA complaints about the 2023 Toyota 4Runner — fewer complaints than 56% of comparable 2023 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2023 Toyota 4Runner?
The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (33% of complaints) and exterior lighting (10%).
How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota 4Runner have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2023 Toyota 4Runner, covering components such as equipment. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Toyota 4Runner get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Toyota 4Runner at 17 mpg combined.