2022 Toyota 4Runner
3 recalls · 38 complaints · Safety Score C
Recall History
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...
Consequence & Remedy
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.
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 ...
Consequence & Remedy
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.
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 nu...
Consequence & Remedy
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.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2026 | Suspension | I felt an unnatural vibration and roll to one side of the vehicle when slowing around a curve on the highway which affec... | No | No |
| 02/24/2026 | Steering | Steering shake at 55mph, seems to go away after tires have warmed up. Tried road force balance with no help. | No | No |
| 01/27/2026 | Back Over Prevention | I am not sure this qualifies but I will submit the problem. All of a sudden, the center console display disappeared. Bes... | No | No |
| 01/13/2026 | Vehicle Speed Control,forward Collision Avoidance | This had happened a year ago. I was driving and my anti collision brake just started to make a beeping noise and was tel... | No | No |
| 10/20/2025 | Unknown or Other | The back up camera does not work sometimes. The screen is black. | No | No |
| 09/24/2025 | Engine | I am writing to formally report a concerning issue with my 2022 Toyota 4Runner, which currently has approximately 22,000... | No | No |
| 08/24/2025 | Suspension,wheels | 70k mile tires only lasted 45k miles. Tires were worn on the insides after rotations every 5k miles. After changing tire... | No | No |
| 07/15/2025 | Electrical System | when turning the steering wheel several things happen. channels change, phone hangs up, GPS stops, air bag light comes o... | No | No |
| 11/26/2024 | Air Bags | Neither the curtain airbags or steering wheel Air bags deployed after a very bad car accident. Super upset because this ... | Yes | No |
| 08/22/2024 | Service Brakes | Brake failure. Unable to stop vehicle. Dealer found internal brake failure | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2022 Toyota 4Runner has 3 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 38.
The 2022 Toyota 4Runner has a Safety Score of 43/100 (Grade C). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2022 Toyota 4Runner received a Safety Score of C. This vehicle has an average safety record. There are 5 crash reports on file. There are 1 fire reports.
Contact your nearest Toyota dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).