1999 Toyota 4 Runner tires problems
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the tires on the 1999 Toyota 4 Runner — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The tires were disintegrating and caused the vehicle to ride extremely rough and choppy. *ak the tires felt less smooth. Firestone admitted that the tires felt choppy and refused replacement. The problem worsened as time went on. *sc *jb”
filed Nov 17, 2003
“Tires: the tires did not physically fail, however after only 10,000 miles, they were practically bald - all 4. I requested that the dealer replace the tires which they refused to do althought they acknowledged that the tires were dangerously worn. The service technician informed me "off the record"…”
filed Dec 12, 2002
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Spare tire carrier operation. Various modlels including the 2004 landcruiser and 4 runner. *tt
PG00503 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 19, 2003
Tires problems in other 4 Runner years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 4 Runner | 6 | 9% |
| 2003 4 Runner | 5 | 3% |
| 2002 4 Runner | 4 | 13% |
| 2001 4 Runner | 5 | 16% |
| 2000 4 Runner | 14 | 13% |
| 1998 4 Runner | 29 | 24% |
| 1997 4 Runner | 15 | 12% |
| 1996 4 Runner | 12 | 13% |
| 1995 4 Runner | 10 | 8% |
| 1994 4 Runner | 4 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1999 Toyota 4 Runner
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.