2020 Toyota 4Runner Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 33 owner complaints for the 2020 Toyota 4Runner. The EPA rates it 17 MPG combined.

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
33
Crashes / fires reported
4 / 0
EPA combined
17 MPG

2020 Toyota 4Runner recalls

  • EquipmentJul 6, 2022 · NHTSA 22V480000+

    Risk: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: SET will mail replacement labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2022. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET22A.

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2020-2022 4Runner vehicles equipped with 20-inch Black Gunner Wheels. The load carrying capacity modification labels are incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

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

Most reported 2020 Toyota 4Runner problems

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

  • Unknown or Other8
  • Service Brakes5
  • Air Bags5
  • Steering4
  • Suspension4
  • Back Over Prevention3
  • Forward Collision Avoidance3
  • Exterior Lighting2

2020 Toyota 4Runner gas mileage

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

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
4Runner 2WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S5)161917$3,800
4Runner 4WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S5)161917$3,800
4Runner 4WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S5)161917$3,800

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

Questions

Does the 2020 Toyota 4Runner have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Toyota 4Runner, most recently for the equipment (Jul 6, 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2020 Toyota 4Runner problems?

Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are unknown or other (8), service brakes (5), air bags (5).

What gas mileage does the 2020 Toyota 4Runner get?

The EPA rates the 2020 Toyota 4Runner at 17 MPG combined (best version: 16 city / 19 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.