Compare two vehicles

Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 22 combined MPG · Rear-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 17 combined MPG · Rear-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

Similar activity

Recall counts are similar.

More complaint activity

2025 Toyota 4Runner

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2025 Toyota 4Runner

may cost less to fuel.

Short answer: 4Runner has more complaint activity and 4Runner has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2025 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota 4Runner Difference
Total recalls 1 1 Similar
Total complaints 49 8 4Runner has 41 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 2 / 0 / 0 / 0 1 / 0 / 1 / 0 Similar
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 56 56 Similar
Recall completion reports 2 7 4Runner has 5 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 2 1 4Runner has 1 more service campaigns
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Sep 11, 2025 Jul 23, 2024 4Runner has newer activity
Latest complaint Jul 15, 2026 Nov 24, 2025 4Runner has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Service Brakes
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Electrical System
  • Structure
  • Air Bags Service Brakes
  • Electrical System
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 22 combined MPG 17 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,700 $3,500 4Runner about $800 less
Safety-rating records 3 2 Different availability

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2025 Toyota 4Runner

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had service brakes and unknown or other repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2024 Toyota 4Runner

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had structure and air bags service brakes repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2025 Toyota 4Runner

  • Service Brakes: vibration, pulsing, noise, stopping distance
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories

2024 Toyota 4Runner

  • Structure: water leaks, body repairs, doors, corrosion
  • Air Bags Service Brakes: vibration, pulsing, noise, stopping distance
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

Learn what a VIN check can and cannot show