Worst 1988 Toyota 4Runner Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Tires:Tread/Belt
Other
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Hubs | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Bumpers | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 1988 Toyota 4Runner. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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1988 Toyota 4Runner — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1988 Toyota 4Runner reliable?
What are common problems with the 1988 Toyota 4Runner?
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Does the 1988 Toyota 4Runner have any recalls?
Should I buy a 1988 Toyota 4Runner?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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