2016 Toyota 4RUNNER Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 5%of 81 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 46,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the wheels of the 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER, 5% of the 81 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 46,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The vehicle has had a multitude of issues. I am on my 3rd different set of tires this year (including the original tires). No matter how many times the tires are balanced, the steering wheel shakes rather violently at certain speeds. The tires have been balanced and re-balanced (including road-force balanced, etc.). On-line forums indicate that many other Toyota owners are experiencing the same issue. Also this week I have lost the ability to steer the vehicle (the steering wheel is locking and binding up). …”
NHTSA complaint #11349611, filed 2020-08, 46,000 miles“75 MPH impact on interstate, 4 runner complete loss. Engine protruded into foot well and not a single airbag was deployed. Injuries include - concussions, broken nose, head lacerations, head and neck problems.”
NHTSA complaint #11363235, filed 2020-10, 53,000 miles“Put the vehicle in h4 mode (4 wheel drive). In a stop position, turn all the way right, or all the way left if you prefer. Accelerate, push on gas pedal. Problem: 1) the car moves in a clunking motion. 2) feels like you are driving with emergency brakes on - but no brakes is on. 3) smells very bad tire burnt smell. 4) if Toyota doesn't fix this problem, its gonna cost more money to fix whatever it causes - gear shaft, ect.. Gets grind or damage. Brought it to the dealership and their mechanics says you can't use 4 wheel drive on dry pavement. What? Its a 4 runner! …”
NHTSA complaint #10957589, filed 2017-02, 300 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10247800Nov 8, 2023TSB: Some 2015 ? 2023 model year TRD Pro Edition 4Runner vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise when in Reverse with the wheels at or near full lock due to interference between…
- 10245468Oct 16, 2023TSB: Some 2015 ? 2023 model year TRD Pro Edition 4Runner vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise when in Reverse with the wheels at or near full lock due to interference between…
- 10207946Jan 12, 2022POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept…
- 10153279Jan 14, 2019TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 14, 2019 Rev2: Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year 4Runner vehicles. September 19, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to…
- 10182950Jun 14, 2017Set accessory wheel bumper/fender interference
- 10132884Oct 25, 2016TT: Front Brake Vibration Key Points: * Issue can occur at any time if improper torque is applied on lug nuts * Over time, even one lug nut over or under torqued, can cause a…
Wheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 14% |
| 2025 | 1 | 2% |
| 2024 | 1 | 10% |
| 2022 | 2 | 5% |
| 2021 | 4 | 11% |
| 2020 | 2 | 6% |
| 2019 | 3 | 5% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 1 | 3% |
| 2016 | 4 | 5% |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 | 2 | 3% |
| 2013 | 2 | 6% |
| 2011 | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 | 5 | 3% |
| 2008 | 4 | 4% |
| 2007 | 2 | 1% |
| 2006 | 5 | 1% |
| 2005 | 7 | 2% |
| 2004 | 5 | 1% |
| 2003 | 15 | 2% |
| 2002 | 4 | 2% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 6 | 1% |
| 1999 | 7 | 2% |
| 1998 | 5 | 2% |
| 1997 | 5 | 2% |
| 1996 | 4 | 2% |
| 1994 | 5 | 8% |
| 1993 | 1 | 2% |
| 1991 | 2 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER
18 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsSuspension
9 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Toyota 4RUNNER
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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