2 complaints reported

2021 Toyota 4Runner BACK OVER PREVENTION

Owner-reported problems and safety issues filed with NHTSA. Review common failures, severity levels, and complaint trends over time.

Reports
2
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0

Complaint Timeline

Chronological view of owner reports

Jan 2026

My backup camera does not work consistently. It will sometimes come on and show objects behind me; other times it is a black screen. I have read where Toyota models from 2022 to newer, but not including the 4 Runner, are having major issues with the back up camera and are under recall. I believe this recall should include the Toyota 4 Runner, as mine seems to be having issues which affect my safety and others. I called the nearest Toyota dealership to verify if my car was under recall and they said no. I have not taken the vehicle to be inspected by the dealership. This issue started about 6 -8 months ago. No lights or warning messages appear on the dashboard. I thought maybe my camera was dirty, but wash the car and it still is inconsistently working. It fails more than it works.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2021 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Corporation
Incident: Jan 2025
Dec 2025 Crash

Rear backup camera has been failing or intermittently working, it is available for insp[ection upon request. This has created a situation upon reversing in driveway where I expect it to be on and dont see a vehicle or trailer behind me. I have hit a parked car because I was expecting it to work as I check rearview mirrors. This is now a habit and I did not realize it wasn't working at the time until i collided with the vehicle. The dealership will not confirm it or inspect it unless payment is rendered. No one has inspected it except for Virginia. Which I am unsure that is even something they inspect. They may have just inspected other things that allow for use on highway. No lamps or other warnings when it began in april 2023. I have not tried to get it fixed as this is a new vehicle and I wasn't willing to pay the dealer to diagnose and most likely decline my warranty coverage.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2021 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Corporation
Incident: Oct 2025

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Quick Summary

The 2021 Toyota 4Runner has 2 BACK OVER PREVENTION complaints on file. 1 crashes have been reported. Review the timeline above for detailed owner experiences.