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JTEBU14R358••••••2005 Toyota 4RUNNER
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2005 Toyota 4RUNNER build (6 vs 3).
6on this build
364on the model
105builds in total
Most reportedStructure 4Engine And Engine Cooling 1Suspension 1
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionDec 2023
Excessive frame rusting. There are holes in the frame from rusting. At this point in time there isn’t anything I can do about the issues. Frame is unrepairable
StructureNov 2021
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that the subframe of the vehicle was severely rusted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The…
Engine And Engine CoolingJan 2005
Dt: the contact stated that there was a rotten egg odor in vehicle. The service dealer referred the consumer to the manufacturer, and they stated that the odor was coming from the fuel that was being used in the vehicle because new england fuel had a higher rate of sulfur
StructureSep 2018
Rust on frame is excessive. Just over 100,000. Getting unsafe
StructureOct 2016
The contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. While the vehicle was undergoing maintenance at an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the rear subframe was extremely corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
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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 JTEBU14R358044140 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.