Recalls
5campaigns
2 equipment · 1 fuel pump · 1 steering
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
58filed
Owner reports, 2014–2023 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
4★overall
★★★★☆ Frontal 4★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 3★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
18mpg combined
$3,628/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
4 L 6-cyl· 5-speed automatic
3 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2018 Toyota 4Runner. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Fuel Pump May Fail
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence
- If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
92.2% repairedof 1,525,742 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Improperly Tightened Steering/Suspension Fasteners
Steering
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. During installation, certain steering and suspension components may not have been properly tightened.
- Consequence
- Loose fasteners may cause a loss of vehicle control, or cause an accessory to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-tighten the steering and suspension fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 19, 2019. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET19B.
91.2% repairedof 34 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V670000
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Incorrect GVWR on Certification Label/FMVSS 110
Equipment · other · labels
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles that SET modified to be equipped with a TRD wheel package. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence
- An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- SET will notify owners and mail them corrected certification labels, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET18A.
96% repairedof 1,295 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V753000
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Incorrect Load Information on Label/FMVSS 110
Equipment · other · labels
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence
- An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.
93.2% repairedof 649 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 17V831000
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Billet Overlay Grill may Detach from Vehicle
Structure · body · hood
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Toyota 4Runner vehicles equipped with an accessory Billet Grille Overlay installed by SET or provided by SET and installed by SET dealers. The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence
- If the Billet Grille Overlay detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the securing U-nuts with upgraded hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 26, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17C.
92.3% repairedof 431 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (58)
58 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
7involved a crash
1involved a fire
2injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 58 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 11 | 19% |
| Unknown or other | 9 | 15.5% |
| Air bags | 7 | 12.1% |
| Service brakes | 6 | 10.3% |
| Engine | 5 | 8.6% |
| Fuel system | 5 | 8.6% |
| Structure | 5 | 8.6% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 6.9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 6.9% |
| Suspension | 4 | 6.9% |
How 2018 compares with other 4Runner years
Best and worst 4Runner years →201477
201586
201679
201736
201858
201965
202033
202136
202239
202332
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 77 | 7 |
| 2015 | 86 | 9 |
| 2016 | 79 | 8 |
| 2017 | 36 | 5 |
| 2018 | 58 | 5 |
| 2019 | 65 | 4 |
| 2020 | 33 | 1 |
| 2021 | 36 | 1 |
| 2022 | 39 | 3 |
| 2023 | 32 | 1 |
This year (2018)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Overall★★★★☆
Frontal crashDriver 4★ · Passenger 3★★★★★☆
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★☆
RolloverRollover risk 24.6%★★★☆☆
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2018 Toyota 4Runner suv 2wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 18 mpg combined
18
mpg combined
17
city
21
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 479 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
$3,628per year
$302per month
833gallons a year
Miles ÷ 18 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 479 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 20 / 18 | $3,700 | 491 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 20 / 18 | $3,700 | 491 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2018 Toyota 4Runner FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota 4Runner have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 20V682000 (fuel pump), 19V670000 (steering), 18V753000 (equipment), 17V831000 (equipment), 17V763000 (structure). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Toyota 4Runner problems?
Owners filed 58 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (11), Unknown or other (9), Air bags (7) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Toyota 4Runner get?
EPA rates the 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic version at 17 city, 21 highway and 18 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2018 Toyota 4Runner get?
NHTSA rated the 2018 Toyota 4Runner suv 2wd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 3 stars rollover (24.6% rollover risk).
How does the 2018 4Runner compare with other years?
Among the 2014–2021 Toyota 4Runner model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (33) and the 2015 the most (86). The 2018 drew 58. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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