Toyota 4Runner 2022 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Toyota 4Runner 2022 and 39 complaints filed by owners. It has 13% fewer complaints than the average Toyota 4Runner from 2016–2025 (45 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Toyota 4Runner 2022? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Toyota 4Runner 2022
Equipment and labels
NHTSA campaign 22V480000 · 2022-07-06
What happens
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2020-2022 4Runner vehicles equipped with 20-inch Black Gunner Wheels. The load carrying capacity modification labels are incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
SET will mail replacement labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2022. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET22A.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Equipment and labels
NHTSA campaign 22V310000 · 2022-05-06
What happens
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Exterior lighting
NHTSA campaign 21V963000 · 2021-12-13
What happens
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2022 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The driver's side high beam may be inoperable after the installation of accessory fog lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
An inoperable driver's side high beam may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install an updated wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET21A.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
39 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
5 with a crash · 1 with a fire · 7 injuries
Most reported problems on the Toyota 4Runner 2022
- Suspension: 6 (15% of complaints)
- Air bags: 6 (15% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 5 (13% of complaints)
- Brakes: 5 (13% of complaints)
- Steering: 4 (10% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Toyota 4Runner 2022
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Listen for clunks over bumps and see whether one side sits lower.
- The air bag light should come on for a second at start-up and go off. Confirm by VIN that air bag recalls were done.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Toyota 4RUNNER SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| 2022 Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Toyota 4Runner recalls by year
- 2016 : 8 recalls · 79 complaints
- 2017 : 5 recalls · 36 complaints
- 2018 : 5 recalls · 58 complaints
- 2019 : 4 recalls · 65 complaints
- 2020 : 1 recalls · 33 complaints
- 2021 : 1 recalls · 36 complaints
- 2022 : 3 recalls · 39 complaints
- 2023 : 1 recalls · 32 complaints
- 2024 : 1 recalls · 9 complaints
- 2025 : 1 recalls · 59 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Toyota 4Runner 2022 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Toyota 4Runner 2022. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Toyota 4Runner 2022?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: suspension (6 of 39 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).