2019 Toyota 4RUNNER Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 11%of 65 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 18,750miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the suspension of the 2019 Toyota 4RUNNER, 11% of the 65 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 18,750 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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 trd pro tuned fox shocks make audible hollow 'thunk' sounds when traveling over small bumps or cracks in concrete at low speed (<15mph) when temperatures drop below 50 degrees f. It occurs in the front and rear shocks. The rear shocks also make excessive noise under the same weather conditions when turning in reverse from an incline to a flat surface.”
NHTSA complaint #11372300, filed 2020-10, 6,000 miles“I have experienced a persistent steering and suspension-related issue with my 2019 Toyota 4Runner since early ownership, beginning at approximately 6,800 miles. The vehicle repeatedly pulls/drifts to the right at highway speeds and requires constant steering correction. I have also experienced steering wheel vibration and instability, particularly at speeds above approximately 50–60 MPH. Over several years, the vehicle has undergone multiple alignments, tire rotations, balancing procedures, and dealership inspections; however, the condition has never been resolved. …”
NHTSA complaint #11736154, filed 2026-05“Thankfully the piece of my shock coil spring fell off in my driveway on Aug 23rd 2026. I am being told I should not drive my car now as the entire coil spring can come off and cause me to crash. They have a 2018 trd pro at my dealership that has been waiting since March for the same part. I have called Toyota as my 2019 trd pro fox suspension has a defect in the coil spring, but they will only fix if within the 3yr36k warranty. I have 44k miles on my vehicle, and it has never been off road. 1. As of right now until I find someone to fix my suspension it can be inspected upon request 2. …”
NHTSA complaint #11764702, filed 2026-09“The contact owns a 2019 Toyota 4Runner. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was discovered that the undercarriage was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a left turn, the vehicle jerked and almost crashed into another vehicle. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle and pulled over the shoulder of the roadway to inspect the vehicle. The contact noticed that the shock absorber brackets were rusted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11617554, filed 2024-10, 31,500 miles“The contact owns a 2019 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the shock absorber and springs on the suspension were making abnormal sounds while the vehicle was rolling over a dip or bump in the roadway. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and became aware that the springs and shocks showed premature wear and corrosion. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed and was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11588373, filed 2024-05, 48,000 milesRelated recalls
- 19V670000Sep 20, 2019Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. During installation, certain steering and suspension…Covers: Toyota 4RUNNER 2018–2019
Related service bulletins
- 10181779Sep 28, 2020TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year TRD Pro Edition 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a knocking noise when driving at low speeds over uneven road surfaces (small bumps and dips) in cold…
- 10177589Jun 9, 2020TT: Some 2019-2020 model year 4Runner SR5 and TRD Off Road grade models with Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 P265/70R17 tires may experience vibration (flutter) in the steering wheel when…
- 10173738Mar 2, 2020TSB: Some 2014 ? 2019 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a whine/groan noise from the rear of the vehicle. This condition may occur while driving at approximately 40 ? 60…
- 10164329Jul 1, 2019TSB: Some 2014 ? 2019 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a whine or groan noise from the rear of the vehicle. This condition may occur while driving around 40 ? 60 mph at a…
- 10161539May 23, 2019TT: Some 2019 model year 4Runner?s equipped with the TRD PRO package and Fox shocks may experience a ?knocking? noise over bumps with cool ambient temperatures, normally below 35…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 3 | 9% |
| 2022 | 6 | 15% |
| 2021 | 10 | 28% |
| 2020 | 4 | 12% |
| 2019 | 7 | 11% |
| 2018 | 4 | 7% |
| 2017 | 2 | 6% |
| 2016 | 9 | 11% |
| 2015 | 10 | 11% |
| 2014 | 3 | 4% |
| 2013 | 1 | 3% |
| 2012 | 2 | 2% |
| 2011 | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 | 5 | 3% |
| 2009 | 2 | 9% |
| 2008 | 11 | 11% |
| 2007 | 14 | 9% |
| 2006 | 65 | 17% |
| 2005 | 77 | 18% |
| 2004 | 113 | 17% |
| 2003 | 114 | 16% |
| 2002 | 49 | 22% |
| 2001 | 27 | 15% |
| 2000 | 102 | 21% |
| 1999 | 66 | 20% |
| 1998 | 60 | 24% |
| 1997 | 95 | 36% |
| 1996 | 39 | 24% |
| 1995 | 2 | 1% |
| 1994 | 1 | 2% |
| 1993 | 2 | 4% |
| 1990 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2019 Toyota 4RUNNER
13 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 Toyota 4RUNNER
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology