2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5
JTEBU5JR8B5074002
Vehicle history report for the 2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 (VIN JTEBU5JR8B5074002). Gray, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 4.0L 6-cyl 270 hp, gasoline. 45,355 mi reported. Registered in Pa. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2011 Toyota 4Runner worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 163 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Toyota 4Runner, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
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 163
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
STRUCTURE
I am writing to report a serious safety hazard regarding the factory paint and primer on my 2011 Toyota 4Runner (Paint Code: [ 070 for Blizzard Pearl]). The vehicle is experiencing severe, widespread paint delamination where areas of factory paint are peeling cleanly away from the metal body panels while driving. This is a known manufacturing defect involvi…
NHTSA ODI #11743711STRUCTURE
Received a letter about recall letter about peeling paint. Paint was ok at time of letter. A year later the paint is now peeling from every panel. Toyota says the campaign has ended and there is nothing they can do. But customer relations also said there are many people calling in after the fact with the same peeling problem. I would like Toyota to repaint …
NHTSA ODI #11698172UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The paint on the outside of my 2011 Toyota 4Runner has recently been peeling significantly in various areas of the car, including the roof, the door below the window, and the front driver side panel. These areas are prone to rust, and many inhibit the safety of the car due to rust. Due to living near the ocean (within a mile), the salty air may increase the…
NHTSA ODI #11696117STRUCTURE
The Blizzard Pearl paint on my Toyota 4Runner is peeling in large patches, exposing the undercoat and compromising the vehicle’s integrity. Toyota issued a Customer Support Program (CSP) acknowledging this as a known defect affecting Blizzard Pearl paint, but I never received the notification. As a result, I missed the deadline to have the issue corrected, a…
NHTSA ODI #11665572SERVICE BRAKES
Brakes ABS system failure affect the rear traction not feeding the brakes rear lines could be related to the proportioning sensing valve or other devices and the dealer says that the part it’s discontinued and service center says that the part cost around $2,000 plus labor. It’s very dangerous that someone have this issue on the road.
NHTSA ODI #11595877FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The conectors wire of the fuel pump was burn, inside the fuel pump the wire is melted. I thing is danger because the gas can involved.
NHTSA ODI #11593572SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
Frame rotting, brake line connections rotting
NHTSA ODI #11519393ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I was driving my truck and needed to use the horn to warn another driver of a potential collision. My horn did not work. I later noticed that the horn only stopped working when the steering wheel was in the forward position. I researched this online, and it was stated that this was a known issue with many Toyotas including the 4runner. It is the clock spring…
NHTSA ODI #11502219+ 155 more complaints on record.
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JTEBU5JR8B5074002 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Does the 2011 Toyota 4Runner have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2011 Toyota 4Runner. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2011 Toyota 4Runner?
Comparable 2011 Toyota 4Runner listings run roughly $19,995–$29,600, typically around $24,712 (from 165 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2011 Toyota 4Runner get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Toyota 4Runner at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 22 highway).
Data last checked 1 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.





