2021 Toyota 4runner
JTEBU5JR7M5907209
Vehicle history report for the 2021 Toyota 4runner (VIN JTEBU5JR7M5907209). Green. Title: Clean. 194 mi reported. Registered in Or. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2021 Toyota 4runner worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2021 Toyota 4runner.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2021 Toyota 4runner costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($50,677) with the same model 5 model-years older ($33,625), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
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What a full report checks for VIN JTEBU5JR7M5907209
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Safety recalls 1
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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."
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA Campaign #22V480000 · 06/07/2022We'll email you the moment a new safety recall is issued — no spam, unsubscribe any time.
Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Toyota 4runner, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 2 involved a crash
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 36
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2021 Toyota 4runner.
STEERING
While vehicle was parked and not in use, upon entering the vehicle, the steering wheel/column dropped out of its locked position on its own. Disassembly of the steering column revealed that the tilt-lock mechanism's steering lock fracture bolt has broken in half on the right side. This cause the steering wheel to fall out of a locked position and allowed the…
NHTSA ODI #11761925LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The power door lock actuators on both front doors of my 2021 Toyota 4Runner have failed. The problem developed progressively. The front door locks initially began working intermittently and became less reliable over time. Eventually, both front door lock actuators stopped operating. They have now been inoperative for more than six months. The front doors wil…
NHTSA ODI #11759381EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The interior of both headlights have the interior coating peeling in the first 20k miles
NHTSA ODI #11745613STEERING
I just had the tires road force balanced on a haweka with lug-centric balance, and the steering wheel persists shaking from 55-65 mph. From what I have seen is this is a design flaw on this generation of 4 runners called the shimmy. For a newer vehicle this is not only dangerous, but unacceptable to not be considered for a recall when it is this widespread.
NHTSA ODI #11741081SERVICE BRAKES
Today while I was driving home from work, in a snow storm, suddenly a low braking power notification and ABS malfunction popped up on my console with loud beeping and my brakes completely stopped working. In order to avoid hitting the car in front of me I had to swerve to the shoulder and come to a stop.
NHTSA ODI #11722616BACK OVER PREVENTION
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 see…
NHTSA ODI #11712755BACK OVER PREVENTION
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 r…
Crash · NHTSA ODI #11707218FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Vehicle was diagnosed from a mechanic with no fuel pressure due to not starting. Vehicle has approximately 135,000 miles and had no warnings or indications of problem. It appears when VIN was ran on gov. recall that Honda had issues with fuel pump. Vehicle will be inspected by Toyota dealer.
NHTSA ODI #11704362+ 28 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN JTEBU5JR7M5907209 valid?
JTEBU5JR7M5907209 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 2021 Toyota 4runner.
Does the 2021 Toyota 4runner have any open safety recalls?
Yes — 1 open NHTSA safety recall is on record for the 2021 Toyota 4runner. Recall repairs are carried out free by any franchised dealer; see the recall details above.
What is a fair price for a 2021 Toyota 4runner?
Comparable 2021 Toyota 4runner listings run roughly $40,998–$59,995, typically around $50,677 (from 8 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2021 Toyota 4runner get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2021 Toyota 4runner at about 17 mpg combined (16 city / 19 highway).
Data last checked 4 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.