2000 Toyota 4 Runner vs 2002 Toyota 4 Runner
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Toyota 4 Runner | 2002 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 104 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 9 | 8 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–19 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota 4 Runner | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 4 |
| Tires | 14 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 3 |
| Power Train | 10 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 5 |
| Suspension | 5 | 6 |
| Visibility | 8 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 6 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 6 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2000 Toyota 4 Runner
2002 Toyota 4 Runner
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.