Rust repair for a 2012 Toyota 4Runner
Rust repair for the 2012 Toyota 4Runner: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 12.2 to 12.7 L/100 km
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle -

An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 2012 Toyota 4Runner for rust repair
- Body: sport utility vehicle - (EPA size class).
2012 Toyota 4Runner: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0 L | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,782 | $3,938 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Toyota 4Runner
- NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 96 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (70), service brakes (7) and electrical system (6). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V741000 | 2019-10-17 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010... |
| 19V005000 | 2019-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana,... |
| 17V425000 | 2017-07-03 | equipment | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle. |
| 17V006000 | 2017-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, and Lexus LFA vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii,... |
| 16V577000 | 2016-08-03 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured September 3, 2009, to December 1, 2014. The affected vehicles may be equipped with accessory exhaust tips installed by SET or SET dealers that may contact people and possibly burn them while they... |
| 15V515000 | 2015-08-13 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured March 29, 2010, to July 30, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with accessory exhaust tips installed by SET or SET dealers that may contact people and possibly burn them while they are... |
| 13V014000 | 2013-01-16 | seats | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla,... |
| 12V120000 | 2012-03-23 | equipment:electrical | GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 4RUNNER AND SIENNA VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH NON-ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT REMOTE ENGINE STARTERS. A MALFUNCTION IN THE AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS BRAND REMOTE ENGINE STARTER MODULE CAN PREVENT NORMAL COMMUNICATION OF THE VEHICLEÂS CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK (CAN). |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Rust repair: the 2012 Toyota 4Runner
Searching for rust repair for the 2012 Toyota 4Runner? Here is how CarmaCars handles it. Rust is cut out or treated, then the area is refinished.
Your 4Runner, up close
Photos of the car help us quote it accurately. As an SUV, it has more paint, glass and interior than a small car, so the work takes longer. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model; a repair visit is a good moment to ask whether each was done.
Getting a quote
Tell us whether you can drop the car off or need it collected. A person reads your request and replies with the next step. We confirm the price and the time with you before any work.
Driving while yours is in
A rental by the day covers the time your car is in. A rental means the work does not stop your week. Delivery and pickup are both options across the Toronto area.
What goes into a quote
We quote your car, not an average car, so the price fits the job. If we find something unexpected, we ask before we change the price. The same job can take more time on a car with more trim or detail.
Aftercare
If anything about the work looks wrong after you collect the car, tell us. Rinse off winter salt regularly to protect paint and wheels.
When the car is ready
Waiting on parts is the most common reason a repair takes longer. We confirm how long the car will be with us when we confirm the price.
A few things first
Photos of the damage taken at the scene help with the repair and the claim. Take valuables and personal items out of the car before the work. Bring the claim number and your adjuster's details if the repair is a claim.
Send a request
A short request is all it takes to get a price for your car.
Request rust repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Rust repair: the 2012 Toyota 4Runner
Can I rent a car while my 2012 Toyota 4Runner is in for rust repair?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book rust repair for my 2012 Toyota 4Runner?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.