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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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JTEBU5JR4B5••••••2011 Toyota 4RUNNER
This build draws 1.6× more complaints than the average 2011 Toyota 4RUNNER build (8 vs 5).
8on this build
155on the model
31builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedAir Bags 6Vehicle Speed Control 1Fuel/propulsion System 1Seats 1
What owners of this build wrote
SeatsApr 2021
I turned in the ignition and wasn't even around the block from my home, when I noticed my seat overheating along with a strong burning electrical/wire smell. The heat was hotter than the highest setting because it was uncomfortable to remain seated. I checked the power switch,…
Air BagsNov 2019
Took to dealership and dealership mentioned there is no problem. I keep getting letters from you by the week and my avin shows on your recall database. When I go to the manufacturer's database, it doesn't. So, what do I need to do?
Vehicle Speed ControlNov 2012
While the vehicle was sitting and idling the engine light came on along with vse light and experienced rough idling and erratic throttle response. When my wife tried to put in reverse and back out no throttle was produced to move vehicle. She turned car off and restarted engine…
Air BagsJan 2018
Takata recall.received a letter from takata stating my car was recalled due to defective airbags.never received a recall notice.I am pregnant and need to know if my car is safe to drive
Air BagsFeb 2017
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 toyota 4runner. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V340000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for 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 JTEBU5JR4B5066382 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.