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1992 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 2dr 4WD Auto

The 1992 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 2dr 4WD Auto is a 150-hp 3.0-liter V6 SUV with a 4-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $20,723 MSRP and is rated at 13 mpg combined.

It makes 150 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 180 lb-ft of torque at 3400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 12 mpg city and 15 mpg highway (13 mpg combined).

The 4Runner measures 176.0 inches long on a 103.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,050 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$20,723 ($48,004 *)
Engine
Engine Type3VZ-E 3.0L SOHC V6, fuel injected, naturally aspirated
Displacement3 L
Horsepower150 hp @ 4,800 rpm
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 12-valve
Bore and Stroke87.5 x 82
Injection TypeElectronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City12 MPG
Highway15 MPG
Combined13 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity17.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionHi-Trac independent front suspension, torsion bar (shared with 4WD Toyota Truck)
Rear Suspension4-link coil-spring live rear axle
Brakes
Front Brake DiscDisc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Dimensions & Weight
Length176 in
Width66.5 in
Height66.1 in
Wheelbase103.3 in
Cargo Volume78.3 ft³
Curb Weight4,050 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.7 in
Headroom Rear38.3 in
Legroom Front41.5 in
Legroom Rear31.6 in
Shoulder Room Front53.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.9 in
Hip Room Front49.6 in
Hip Room Rear49.6 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Toyota 4RUNNER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

NHTSA campaign 09E012000

May 24, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

NHTSA campaign 06E049000

Sep 6, 2005 · STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE STEERING WHEEL IS REPEATEDLY TURNED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS WHERE HIGH STEERING EFFORT AND POWER ASSIST ARE REQUIRED, FOR INSTANCE, WHEN FULLY TURNING THE WHEEL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED, A FATIGUE CRACK MAY DEVELOP IN THE STEERING RELAY ROD.

Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE IS CONTINUED TO BE OPERATED IN THIS CONDITION, THE RELAY ROD MAY FRACTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 05V389000

53 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Toyota 4RUNNER

Owner Complaints

53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Toyota 4RUNNER (6 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling17
Service Brakes11
Hydraulic10
Vehicle Speed Control6
Electrical System4
Visibility4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 23, 2016 · Engine
“MADE A NOISE STARTING IDLING WEIRD HADN'T EVEN WARMED UP THE CAR YET JUST DROVE UP THE STREET TO STORE REAL QUICK WHEN CAME BACK. SOUNDING LIKE POOP AND CHECKED EVERYTHING MILKY OIL A SIGN OF A HEAD…”
Jun 2, 2010 · Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control Crash 1 injury
“1992 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. CONSUMER STATES AFTER USING THE ECT POWER BUTTON, SHE NO LONGER HAD CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE CAUSING A ACCIDENT *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN SHE LOOKED DOWN TO SEE IF THE…”
Mar 2, 2010 · Vehicle Speed Control
“ON FEBRUARY 28, 2010, MY 1992 TOYOTA 4RUNNER HAD A REPEATED ACCELERATOR ISSUE. MY TRUCK ACCELERATED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE MY FOOT WAS OFF THE ACCELERATOR. I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THE TRUCK…”
Feb 3, 2010 · Vehicle Speed Control Crash 2 injuries 1 death
“A 1992 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER WAS PURCHASED AND WE ONLY HAD IT FOR TWO WEEKS. THE TRUCK WAS DRIVEN TO WEST VIRGINIA. THE NEXT DAY THE TRUCK SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED AND WHEN THE BRAKES WERE…”
Nov 18, 2008 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“MYSTERIOUS COOLANT LOSS, PRESSURIZED SYSTEM FOUND NO EXTERNAL LEAKS. WATCHED PROBLEM FOR ABOUT A MONTH, KEPT TOPPING UP COOLANT. DRIVING HOME LAST NIGHT SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ON FREE WAY TEMPERATURE…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1992 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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