2006 Toyota 4RUNNER suspension problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Dec 12, 2024WIBody & StructureSuspension

   My 4runner have major frame rust issues and is a major safety hazard. This a known issue to Toyota and a recall needs to be made.

   NHTSA complaint #11630483 · source
2. Filed Jun 27, 2023NYBody & StructureSuspension

   My control arm ripped completely off my fram on the passenger side due to excessive rust putting me and my family and any one else on the road at risk of something catastrophic.

   NHTSA complaint #11529092 · source
3. Filed Nov 29, 2022MASuspension

   My car is a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. This past summer I had a tire leaking and took it to the garage for repair. The mechanic stated that the frame is rusting out in the front right, tire rod area, and saw a pinhole. Last week I took the vehicle to get a transmission oil change. That mechanic saw that there's more rust that is spreading throughout the entire frame, worse than the area found from just a few months ago. I learned online that Toyota had purposely used cheap steel…

   NHTSA complaint #11495340 · source
4. Filed Sep 7, 2022RIOther / UnknownSuspension

   I have a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. I also have a 2005 GMC Sierra, but this 4Runner's frame is absolutely toast, while the GMC is completely fine. Toyota issued recalls on the tacoma, tundra, and the sequoia, so why not the 4Runner? My car started swaying and violently shaking on the highway. I pulled over and looked underneath, only to see the rear section of the frame had completely disconnected. This could have caused a major accident or even death if I did not catch it soon…

   NHTSA complaint #11483364 · source
5. Filed Apr 27, 2022VABody & StructureSuspension

   Vehicle failed inspection due to rust on the frame. Bought vehicle because it is supposedly ruggedly built and for the frame to rust out when the vehicle has 103k miles and not driven off-road for more than a few times since we owned it is ridiculous. Dealer quoted $11k for the frame alone, not including labor. The fact this vehicle shares the platform with the Tacoma which was recalled for frame does not make sense. Vehicle was inspected last year (Virginia requires annual…

   NHTSA complaint #11462474 · source
6. Filed Mar 26, 2022MIDriver Assistance & Safety TechSuspension

   Since an inspection Oct 2021 the rust/corrosive on the frame has become. Dangerously close to rotting thru the entire frame! It’s not driven in the winter months when snow or ice melt (salt) is on the roads to prevent situations like this. With only 75,000 miles always garage kept and maintained like it’s brand new this vehicle might be able to be saved for a model in a shop class to practice welding. Something needs to be done because this ifvvjj

   NHTSA complaint #11458405 · source
7. Filed Dec 8, 2021MNCrashSteeringSuspension

   The Frame and Suspension Components of the vehicle have corroded or rusted badly and prematurely even though the rest of the vehicle is in excellent condition. This is a known and common occurrence with the 4th Generation Toyota 4Runner Vehicles such as this 2006 model. - Currently the upper Rear Differential Stabilizer Arm has completely rusted off causing handling problems with the vehicle. Many areas of the frame are rusted through making it difficult to jack up or raise…

   NHTSA complaint #11443177 · source
8. Filed Nov 24, 2021NCBrakesSteeringSuspension

   My 2006 toyota 4 runner, i've found a large amount of rust through out the frame of the vehicle. I feel the vehicle is not safe to drive. Toyota has frame replacement recalls to the tundras, and sequias but not the 4runner. I feel this is an issue that toyota is aware of. I also feel that something should be done for manufacturing a vehicle with defective chassis.

   NHTSA complaint #11441548 · source
9. Filed Oct 27, 2021KYBody & StructureSuspension

   machanic noticed rust when took in for service frame is thru and thru with rust damage especially at rear torsion bars NOT safe to drive

   NHTSA complaint #11438399 · source
10. Filed Oct 27, 2021134,000 miNHBody & StructureSuspension

    The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-35 MPH, the control arm detached. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the control arm was replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided. Additionally, the contact stated that while a…

    NHTSA complaint #11438354 · source
11. Filed Jul 29, 2021MAOther / UnknownSuspension

    When I went to have a tail pipe replaced, it was discovered that the frame of my car was badly rusted. Upon bringing to a mechanic, an auto body shop and a Toyota dealer, they all said the car is not safe to drive. The rest of the body is in mint condition as is the interior and mechanics. I called Toyota Corporation asking for assistance, provided them with the vin and was told they would do nothing and suggested I "junk' the car. Toyota replaced the same frames on their…

    NHTSA complaint #11427060 · source
12. Filed Jul 4, 2021PABody & StructureFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSuspension

    Frame is rusting apart Rear lower trailing arm section has already been patched by previous owner Upper trailing arm connection point to frame crossmember has perished due to rust If the other side breaks the rear axle can flex excessively causing control problems Toyota’s service campaign for other trucks should not have omitted the 4Runner which shares many identical design characteristics

    NHTSA complaint #11423377 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology