Toyota 4 Wheel Drive Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 19, 2019 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Toyota 4 Wheel Drive, across 1 model years (1995–1995). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Toyota 4 Wheel Drive years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 4 Wheel Drive model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1995 4 Wheel Drive: 8 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Toyota 4 Wheel Drive problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling510
Electrical System110
Equipment110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110
Steering110
Structure110

All Toyota 4 Wheel Drive model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1995 4 Wheel Drive80—Engine and Engine Cooling

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Frequently asked questions

Which Toyota 4 Wheel Drive years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1995 (8). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Toyota 4 Wheel Drive?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 5 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Toyota 4 Wheel Drive have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.