Last updated: 2026-10-10
2026 Toyota 4Runner Reliability Report
The 2026 Toyota 4RUNNER rates excellent, with no complaints or recalls on file yet. That record is short, so it proves little.
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Complaint Rate
0per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$514
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,700–$2,850
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Rates excellent with no complaints or recalls filed so far, though it has had the least time on the road to collect any.
Should You Buy the 2026 Toyota 4Runner?
Reliability standing is excellent, and above average for 2026 SUVs. Independent repair-cost data puts the 4RUNNER at about $514 a year to maintain and fix, below the $573 typical for its class. Our scoring lists it first among the 4RUNNER years, but that placement reflects how little history it has, so do not read it as proof it is the one to favor.
No owner complaints and no federal recall records exist for this year. That means there are no symptoms, mileage patterns or recalled parts to describe. A recent model year has mostly had less time to collect complaints, so an empty record is not proof that nothing will go wrong. The 2025 model, also rated excellent, has already drawn 36 complaints and one recall.
Run the VIN through federal recall records before you buy, since new filings can appear at any time. Read the 2025 recall and complaint details too. They show where the closest model year has drawn trouble, and what to watch for on this one.
See also the 2025 Toyota 4Runner for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Strong reliability score
- +$59 cheaper to maintain than avg midsize SUVs
- +Low major repair risk (13%)
- +No recalls issued
- +Below-average complaint rate for SUV
Cons
No recurring complaint themes yet.
Compare 2026 Toyota 4Runner With
2026 Ford Bronco Sport
Reliability: 77/100
2026 Honda Passport
Reliability: 84/100
2026 Land Rover Defender 110
Reliability: 64/100
2026 Ford Bronco
Reliability: 59/100
2026 Jeep Wrangler
Reliability: 82/100
Recall Overview
0
recalls on record
No recalls are on record for the 2026 Toyota 4Runner — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
0
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 4.6
Safety Incidents
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 4/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
Buying a used 2026 Toyota 4Runner? Check its history first
Every 2026 Toyota 4Runner has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2026 Toyota 4Runner NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas / HEV Powertrain
Rollover risk: 18.5%
Safety Technologies
Toyota 4RunnerRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$514
vs $573 avg for midsize SUVs
vs $652 avg for all vehicles
Repair Frequency
0.4
unscheduled repair visits per year
Severe Repair Probability
13%
chance of a major repair
Annual Cost Comparison
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
Toyota 4Runner Resale Value
The Toyota 4Runner is estimated to retain about 82.2% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
This benchmark covers the Toyota 4Runner model overall and is not specific to the 2026 model year.
- Value Retained
- 82.2%
- Depreciation
- 17.8%
- Listings Analyzed
- 720
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . Actual resale value varies by trim, mileage, condition, and location.
Explore Toyota 4Runner depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.comMPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
21–22 MPG
Running cost: $3,200–$3,350/yr
Fuel + repair
19–20 city / 24–26 hwy MPG
Hybrid
23 MPG
Running cost: $3,100/yr
Fuel + repair
22–23 city / 24 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2026 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Runner 2WD 2.4L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,700 |
| 4Runner 2WD 2.4L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 24 | 22 | $2,700 |
| 4Runner 4WD 2.4L 4-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 | 25 | 21 | $2,850 |
| 4Runner 4WD 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 24 | 21 | $2,850 |
Hybrid trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Runner Hybrid 4WD 2.4L 4-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 | 24 | 23 | $2,600 |
| 4Runner Hybrid 4WD 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 24 | 23 | $2,600 |
Best & Worst Toyota 4Runner Years
Best Toyota 4Runner Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreToyota 4Runner Years to Avoid
No Toyota 4Runner years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 77 and 84 across 9 scored model years.
Toyota 4Runner Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 79/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 79/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 81/100 | Excellent |
| 2026 | 84/100 | Excellent |
Toyota 4Runner Reliability Compared to Other Years
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the 2026 Toyota 4RUNNER better than the 2025?
Don’t buy a 2026 Toyota 4Runner without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2026 Toyota 4Runner
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2026 Toyota 4Runner does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on complaint severity (70/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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