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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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JTEBU5JR1A5••••••2010 Toyota 4RUNNER
That is about average for the 2010 Toyota 4RUNNER — 5 complaints per build across 30 builds.
7on this build
135on the model
30builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 4Structure 2Engine 1
What owners of this build wrote
StructureNov 2020
Rust hole in frame on passenger side rear track arm mount. Created a weak spot in the frame where the rear axel mounts. Due to not enough rust prevention from manufacture
EngineJun 2019
Timing chain cover oil leak I've been informed that my timing chain cover is leaking by the service at the toyota dealer. I researched the problem online and discovered it's quite frequent and has been an issue for over a decade. This should be covered by toyota as it is clearly…
Air BagsJan 2018
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 toyota 4runner. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V024000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
StructureJan 2018
Bought this vehicle because it rated high, even though it cost more money than competitor models. Reliability is worth it to me. However, the frame started having significant rust after just a few years and was causing some expensive repairs. Fire shield rusted off and was…
Air BagsMar 2017
Takata recall: I own a 2010 toyota 4 runner, is now 7 years old. I live in zone a, so was projected to injure/kill last year. I want it fixed, asap. How can I demand toyota takes care of my airbag inflator? Please help me
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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 JTEBU5JR1A5002153 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.