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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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JT3HN86R510••••••2001 Toyota 4RUNNER
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2001 Toyota 4RUNNER build (5 vs 3).
5on this build
128on the model
45builds in total
Most reportedStructure 4
What owners of this build wrote
StructureMay 2020
The frame of my 2001 toyota 4runner is rusted to the point that you can break some of it off in our hand. Recently took my vehicle in for an oil change and was told that it would not pass inspection in its current condition. This required welding to some sections in order to…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2014
This is an ongoing issue with toyota frames. The frames on the 3rd generation 4runner, and the equivalent frame on the toyota tacoma are prone to rotting. Toyota stepped up to replace the tacoma frames since they were cracking in half. Although, the 4runners are suffering from…
StructureAug 2016
The frame is rotting and the 4runner is unsafe
StructureJul 2016
The issue with my toyota is a rusted frame...rusted to the point that I was advised to park it and never drive it again without a new frame. Although it is a 2001 with 193,000 miles, it mechanically is in great condition. Exterior and interior in good condition, as well. I first…
StructureSep 2014
Frame rust issues. My frame has been rusting away for the entire time I've owned it, and it isn't getting any better. The passenger inside frame rail is rusted from the rear lower control arm mount to the cross member mount midway down the frame. The driver inside frame rail is…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JT3HN86R510344146 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.