2010 Toyota 4runner Engine Problems
2 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Engine Recalls (2)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured September 3, 2009, to December 1, 2014. The affected vehicles may be equipped with accessory exhaust tips installed by SET or SET dealers that may contact people and possibly burn them while they are standing behind the vehicle.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET16D.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured March 29, 2010, to July 30, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with accessory exhaust tips installed by SET or SET dealers that may contact people and possibly burn them while they are standing behind the vehicle.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a re-designed exhaust tip that is smaller in diameter and is more recessed behind the bumper, free of charge. The recall began on September 22, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for the recall is SET15D.
Owner Complaints (2)
Your engine stalled unexpectedly while driving at around 28 mph, causing all warning lights to come on. You coasted to the side of the road and attempted to restart multiple times without success, requiring the vehicle to be towed to the dealer. The dealer was unable to reproduce the problem or identify the cause, and the issue remains undiagnosed. The fix will likely require diagnostic testing to pinpoint the stalling cause, which could involve spark plugs, fuel injectors, ignition coils, or engine sensors.
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Your timing chain cover is leaking oil, which a Toyota dealer has confirmed. You'll likely notice oil spots under your vehicle or low oil levels. The repair costs around $2,000 and typically involves replacing the timing chain cover gasket and resealing the cover.
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