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2023 Toyota 4runner Other Problems

10 owner-reported other complaints from NHTSA data

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Complaints
Jan 2026Nov 2023
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (10)

criticalUNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Feb 2026

Windshield cracked approximately 2” from the bottom all the way across while using the defroster to clear ice from it. I was still parked at the time. I am unsure how long it will stay water tight or become worse.

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NHTSA #: 11716332
criticalUNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE
Filed: May 2024

I was driving down the highway when suddenly I heard a loud noise that resembled a gunshot, and shattered glass started flying all around the front of my vehicle. It turned out my sunroof had unexpectedly exploded. It was like the car was under pressure and it was relieved through the sunroof.

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NHTSA #: 11589400
criticalUNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Apr 2023

Poor image quality of backup camera. Very grainy and sometimes dark image makes it difficult to see what’s behind you when backing up. A small child or pet could easily be missed when backing up due to this poor image quality.

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NHTSA #: 11518799
highUNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Jul 2024

We purchased our vehicle new September 2023 from a Toyota dealership. Engine oil dipstick Toyota part 15301-50140 was installed in vehicle and was verified by 50140 stamped on dipstick. I wanted an extra oil dipstick so ordered a replacement through Toyota.

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NHTSA #: 11603553
highUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Nov 2023

While driving the 4Runner on a clear road with no vehicles in close proximity, I heard a loud explosion like noise. I looked around and didn’t see any damage, I didn’t strike anything , nothing hit me. As I continued driving I could hear glass noise above and realized it could have been the sunroof.

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NHTSA #: 11556361
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: May 2024

A new 4Runner over a year old has an OEM windshield safety concern. The dealership has been polite with my concerns. With normal use, the windshield has been compromised by what appears to have been the slightest road debris.

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NHTSA #: 11588247
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Apr 2023

4runner windshield makes a loud snapping, metal on glass crunching/tapping sound when temperature drop and is very distracting. The dealership heard it some the first visit and placed limited tape on the edge of the cowl lip facing the engine.sound got louder and drowned out the radio. On the second visit it had warmed some.

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NHTSA #: 11516473
lowUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2026

the rear manual tailgate has opened 3 times while the vehicle was at highway speeds and the doors would be locked. the latest incident happened on 1-30-26, at highway speed (70mph) the tailgate opened completely without warning. the indicator on the dash did light up and an alarm did sound.

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NHTSA #: 11714444
lowUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Aug 2025

Started driving on the freeway when we heard something on the roof of the car and when I opened the moonroof cover from inside the car I could see that the entire moonroof had shattered. All the glass was flying off the car and onto the freeway.

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NHTSA #: 11682974
lowUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Oct 2023

Regarding jack components included with the vehicle. An unknown person, let the air out of one of my tires as an act of vandalism, harassment, or, possibly as a set up for a crime, as is common in California. I attempted to lower my spare tire so that I could put it on and address the tire that has been deflated at another location.

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NHTSA #: 11551400

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