We found the following complaints for TOYOTA 4RUNNER (1993)
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After traveling 1/4 mile, the engine caught fire due to gas leak in fuel line.based on the fire damage, the source of the leak is approximately behind the fire wall of the speedometer.
The contact owns a 1993 toyota 4runner.the contact stated that all of the instrument panel gauges display inaccurate readings.the dealer stated that the failure was due to the circuit board in the instrument cluster.the failure was repaired and the mileage was reset; however, the failure recurred one year later.the vehicle is currently being repaired again.the manufacturer is unable to assist.the current mileage was 61,203 and failure mileage was 36,000.
Desert toyota in tucson located at 7150 e. 22d street, tucson, az 85710 sold us this car and maliciously hid the true odometer reading... By 85,000 miles difference... A misdemeanors.they admitted this and after we retained an attorney, they undid the deal.big liars, frauds, cheats.the salesman who did this, along with his fraudulent sales manager, is named[xxx].they lied from the start, saying "the car is too old to pull a carfax".the car broke down within hours of leaving the dealership.it would not go over 35 miles per hour.our attorney pulled a carfax immediately and exposed the altered mileage as well as a serious prior collision which deemed the car disabled.we have notified the police, the bbb, toyota headquarters, local news station, and multiple websites... Hoping to spare consumers this grief.they are scam artists and i have all the paperwork to back it up.i will tell anyone who will listen.i hate liars.these guys are pathetic losers, wimpy little worms, and they have messed with the wrong person.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Straps that hold the wiring harness for the 02 sensor failed allowing the wire to come into contact with exhaust which shorted the wire and caused the vehicle to cut off without warning.
While drivingengine, w/o warning, turned off.consumer started engine back up, and thenengine began smoking.consumer got out of the vehicle, and in less than 2 minutes,entire vehicle was on fire. Entire front side of the hoodmelted, including the battery. *ml
1993 toyota 4 runner engine failure. *mr the vehicle was taken in for a head gasket recall, but when it was returned, low oil pressure and engine failure occurred immediately.toyota refused to be responsible for the failure eventhough many technical service bulletins refer to the engine damage due to the leaking head gaskets.*sc
Vehicle shuts down. Dealer notified.ph
I own a 1993 toyota 4runner 3.0 l with approximately 150k miles on it.about a week ago, i was driving home from work and my head gasket blew causing the engine to seize.i was stuck on the 395n in washington, dc in the cold for 3 hours before the tow truck came with my 1 year old son.i did some research and found out that the 3.0 engines had a recall on it for the head gaskets back in 1996.i called toyota and gave them my vin only to find out that my car isn't eligible.i think that it is unfair to pay out of my pocket for these repairs for something that the manufacturer is at fault.please help me, i am an e-4 in the navy with a 1 year old son.i can't afford to pay $1500 in repairs.
Fan blade broke off from the fan clutch.
Enginge gaskets failed while driving causing large cloud of white smoke.all guages read normal at time of failure.
My 1993 toyota 4-runner has gone through four head gaskets in the last seven years.and now it needs a fifth!toyota actually replaced the first two at no cost.toyota had issued a recall on the head gasket (though i received no notification of the recall even though i purchased this vehicle new from the dealer).so the first head gasket was replaced at no charge, then it failed within nine months, so they paid for the second.but they have not paid for the third, forth, nor now not the fifth.
Head gasket failure.mrthe consumers head gasket was replaced under a special service campaign, however the problem was not remedied because the head gasket failed again less than 50 miles after the original repair was done.
Vehicle overheated while driving. Vehicle taken to a repairs shop and informedd thatengine had a blown head gasket. Dealer andmanufacturer were notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
The head gaskets leaked antifreeze into the oil which caused the crankshaft to fail. *ph toyota would not assist the consumer. *sc
Head gasket failure both sides of v-6 engine replaced by factory recall.
Engine head gasket failed prior to/after recall repairs.
I just bought this car less then a month ago. It has nothing but problems. Now when you start driving itwill shut off after 10 minutes. I was told its either a fly wheel or the engine has seized. I paid cash and have no money to pay for any repairs. Im 5.5 months pregnant too.
Consumer was traveling onhighway and there was white smoke coming frommuffler. Head gasket blewout. This problem has been fixed through a recall .
Recall on head gaskets-2 repairs&1yr.later engine failed-dealer said not their problem
Engine head gasket blew out, giving off white clouds of smoke.
93 4runner head gasket blown again.they replaced it the first time in 2001, but the design of the gasket was still flawed.toyota should have to repair all defective parts.if a part is recalled, "fixed", and then continues to be defective then toyota has not fixed the problem.they should be held accountable for the literal thousands of people out there in my same shoes.
Second head gasket has now failed and engine is ruined. First head gasket was replaced at about 70,000 miles. Now, at 130,000, the head gasket is gone and the engine must be replaced. Perhaps the replacement was as faulty as the original?
Engine head gasket failed, causing radiator to overheat.
Finally there is space to describe my problem! but no, there is no space to type and read...and rietta toyota falsely reported that they fixed my car, after a toyota recall cononcering the head gasket. But, my car was in califonria when they claimed to have done the work in pittsburgh. As a result, when i brought my car in for service the palo alto dealer thought the work had been done. Soon after my car overheated and i bvlew a head gasket. I would like an investigation of the false report in my record. A service dealership should not claim to do recall work when it didn't.
The engine should have been completely replaced on recall. Once there is a head gasket problem it cannot be properly repaired. This is the third and last time i've had this problem. The first occured 6 months after the initial recall!! the second happened 2 years later and the third 1 year after that. My complaint is what good is a warranty if the problem was never corrected to begin with!
The cable that holds the spare tire broke and the tire and wheel fell.tt
After traveling 1/4 mile, the engine caught fire due to gas leak in fuel line.based on the fire damage, the source of the leak is approximately behind the fire wall of the speedometer.
Fuel pressure control valve on injector ass. Failed at seams and sprayed fuel all over top of engine. Fuel was at ignition point when smelled gas and saw gas dripping off engine and exhaust. Fuel was popping and boiling. Extreme fire or explosion potential. Have part for inspection if you want sent to you.
Fuel pressure damper failed spilling fuel onto exhaust crossover. I had an odor of fuel coming from vehicle for approximately 1 month. Unable to locate issue. Fuel smell would also come through the a/c into the cabin. Upon researching the issue, i came across many forum threads with owners complaining of this issue. This is a known issue and many fires have started due to this failure. Clues to failure are erratic rpm due to loss of fuel pressure and strong odor of fuel coming from engine compartment. Many owner complaints on forum threads. Granted it is an older vehicle, but many threads are from over 10 years ago indicating the failure occurred after vehicle was 15 years old. Part costs over $200 and i am making repairs myself to avoid further labor costs. Https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116/3zve-fuel-pulsation-dampener-188341/
The contact owns a 1993 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while parked, he was unable to switch gears. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician stated that the metal bracket which held the brake and clutch pedal was fractured and would have to be replaced. After the repair, the failure recurred. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was included in a manufacturer's recall in which the metal bracket was replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
1993 toyota 4-runner with transmission and steering problems. Customer states she has fixed a hole in the transmission 4 times and the problem returns. She just received a recall for the steering and can't get to a dealer.
This 4runner has always been a bit difficult to get in and out of reverse.it can take several tires, and sometimes moving the clutch in and out until you get it "just right" and reverse is found.on 8/22/00 i left it idling in my driveway, a flat driveway,while i ran in the house for a forgotten item.i returned about 20 seconds later to see the 4runner backing out of the driveway, on its own.it backed across the street and up the neighbors steep lawn, then went back into neutral and rolled down the embankment, back across the street, through our yard and over a retaining wall.i wonder if the difficulty with reverse had anything to do with this expensive excursion......if you need more info, don't hesitate to email me.
The driver side seat belt of my 1993 toyota pickup truck will not extend.is it possible that there was a recall on this part, and if so, would it still be in effect?
Recall on head gaskets-2 repairs&1yr.later engine failed-dealer said not their problem
Consumer states that the effectiveness of the brakes are wearing. When coming to a stop, the steering wheel vibrates and it takes longer to stop. The dealer hasrepaired two times for the same problem. There is a tsb outfor this problem.
Replaced rotors due to vibration of the car and the steering wheel, to the point of controlability porblem. Rotors were not replaced they were resurfaced, and brakes had to be replaced.
Replaced rotors due to vibration of the car and the steering wheel, to the point of controlability porblem. Rotors were not replaced they were resurfaced, and brakes had to be replaced.
We are starting a campaign to find a resolution to the toyota policy concerning brakes.
Brake light comes on spontaneously. It appears brakes are not functioning properly.tt
Abs, brake failure every 4,000 miles, continue wear of disc pads in front, extended stopping stopping distance.tt
The rotors are warping, causing the steering wheel to shake and pull the vehicle to one side.please describe.
The rotors are warping, causing the steering wheel to shake and pull the vehicle to one side.please describe.
Wheels were bent when vehicle was purchased,defect in roundness of rim.the center of the rim is not in the true center, causing tires to jump/lose contactwith road surface, allowing rear wheel brakes to lock up.
Vehicle was impact at 6:00 position, speed 40mph and rollover no incline involved.
Vehicle was impact at 6:00 position, speed 40mph and rollover no incline involved.
-the contact'sdaughter owns the 2003 toyota runner, which crash on 08/26/04.hehit a pot hole and lost control of the vehicle.one year after the crashreceivedrecall 05v389000 for steering: linkages: rod: relay: connecting.he stated that the driver lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle flipped over and slid into another vehicle.the driver was taken by ambulance to the nearest hospital.the contact stated a police report was taken and the insurance company did a claim.the contact stated that the vehicle was destroyed.he called the manufacturer, and they told the contact that he couldn't prove that the loss of steering had anything to do with the recall. The consumer stated the tire blew out. Updated 04/12/07.
Dt: the contact states there is nhtsarecall campaign05v389000concerning the steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting. The parts needed to repair the vehicle was not available at the local dealership. She spoke to the manufacturer, whoconfirmed that parts were not available.updated 12/27/2005.the vehicle was repaired on 12/3/2005.
Contact hasa toyota 1993 4 runner. Received nhtsarecall 05v389000 on steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting.contacted toyota in puerto rico at 787 641 3800, asking fora reimbursement. Contactdid not get a response. Tried callingagain, and the response by telephone was that i had to wait for the situation to beanalyzed. Also,this part wasto change on november 2, 2005. However, contactgot a recall notice in february, 2006 pertaining to this same problem.that was whyhedecidedto apply for a reimbursement.updated 05/30/06.
2 cys of foia request for all information regarding the attached notice of defect in the steering mechanism of the 1989-1995 toyota pickup truck.the consumer received a recall notice in the mail. (lawyer on behalf of consumer).
-the contact was the second owner of this vehicle , and there was a recall on the steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting.while drivingthe 1993 toyota 4 runner truck at 45 mph the vehicle struck a pot hole and the steering rod fell off. There was damage to the front fender.the contact had to forcefully steer the vehicle so thathe could pull to the side of the road. The contact found out there was a recall on the steering relay rod bar.the contact tookvehicle to the dealer, and the repair was completed free of charge. The concern was that being the second owner the contact was not notified of the recall.
The contact owns a 1993 toyota 4runner.the contact was involved in a crash and the vehicle was given a front end alignment.while driving approximately 55 mph, the steering wheel began to vibrate uncontrollably and the speed decreased.the vehicle was taken to a dealer and they stated that the front end alignment was done improperly.the current mileage was 181,296 and failure mileage was 181,240.
Rear drive axle broke off causing accident.
-the contact'sdaughter owns the 2003 toyota runner, which crash on 08/26/04.hehit a pot hole and lost control of the vehicle.one year after the crashreceivedrecall 05v389000 for steering: linkages: rod: relay: connecting.he stated that the driver lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle flipped over and slid into another vehicle.the driver was taken by ambulance to the nearest hospital.the contact stated a police report was taken and the insurance company did a claim.the contact stated that the vehicle was destroyed.he called the manufacturer, and they told the contact that he couldn't prove that the loss of steering had anything to do with the recall. The consumer stated the tire blew out. Updated 04/12/07.
Replacement tires, dot, p22575r15 ontoyota, 4 runner, 1993. While driving at about 50 mphleft rear tire tread came off, but it still had air in it. If this would have happened on freeway it may have caused a serious accident.
Failure on the rear window,the rear window does not close fully,causing exhaust fumes/odor to enter into the vehicle.
Windsheild wiper switch design was changed that caused the consumer to break two fingers and had them operate on.tt
Wheels were bent when vehicle was purchased,defect in roundness of rim.the center of the rim is not in the true center, causing tires to jump/lose contactwith road surface, allowing rear wheel brakes to lock up.
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