2017 Toyota 4Runner Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 36 owner complaints for the 2017 Toyota 4Runner. The EPA rates it 18 MPG combined.

Recalls
5
Owner complaints
36
Crashes / fires reported
3 / 1
EPA combined
18 MPG

2017 Toyota 4Runner recalls

  • EquipmentOct 25, 2018 · NHTSA 18V753000+

    Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

    Fix: SET will notify owners and mail them corrected certification labels, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET18A.

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota 4Runner vehicles that SET modified to be equipped with a TRD wheel package. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

  • EquipmentDec 20, 2017 · NHTSA 17V831000+

    Risk: An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

  • StructureNov 29, 2017 · NHTSA 17V763000+

    Risk: If the Billet Grille Overlay detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the securing U-nuts with upgraded hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 26, 2018. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17C.

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Toyota 4Runner vehicles equipped with an accessory Billet Grille Overlay installed by SET or provided by SET and installed by SET dealers. The U-nut that secures the overlay grille may fracture, allowing the Billet Grille Overlay to detach from the vehicle.

  • TiresMay 2, 2017 · NHTSA 17V295000+

    Risk: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

    Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

  • EquipmentMay 1, 2017 · NHTSA 17V291000+

    Risk: If the roof rack fasteners loosen, the roof rack may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the roof rack fasteners, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Gulf States' number for this recall is 17R1.

    Gulf States Toyota, Inc (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2016-2017 4Runner vehicles equipped with the TFORCE accessory package. The fasteners for the aftermarket roof rack may have been improperly tightened.

Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.

Most reported 2017 Toyota 4Runner problems

Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.

  • Unknown or Other14
  • Service Brakes9
  • Electrical System5
  • Air Bags3
  • Fuel/Propulsion System2
  • Engine2
  • Steering2
  • Suspension2

2017 Toyota 4Runner gas mileage

EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
4Runner 2WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S5)172118$3,550
4Runner 4WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S5)172018$3,550
4Runner 4WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S5)172018$3,550

Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.

Questions

Does the 2017 Toyota 4Runner have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2017 Toyota 4Runner, most recently for the equipment (Oct 25, 2018). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2017 Toyota 4Runner problems?

Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are unknown or other (14), service brakes (9), electrical system (5).

What gas mileage does the 2017 Toyota 4Runner get?

The EPA rates the 2017 Toyota 4Runner at 18 MPG combined (best version: 17 city / 21 highway).

Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.