1996 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6
VIN: JT3HN86R5T0032010 | 1996 | Toyota Motor Corporation | TAHARA, AICHI, JAPAN
1996 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 — 3.4L 6 Cyl, 4x4, See owners manual. Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV].
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63/100
Safety & Recall Score: Fair
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Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.
⚠ 5 open recalls
⚠ 182 owner complaints
⚠ Not yet NHTSA crash-rated
⚠ 15+ year old vehicle
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- Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
- Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
- Plant: TAHARA, AICHI, JAPAN
NHTSA Recalls
5 Open Recalls- SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP...
- ON CERTAIN 2-WHEEL-DRIVE (2WD) AND 4-WHEEL-DRIVE (4WD) 4RUNNER SPORT...
- CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND...
Owner Complaints
182 filed with NHTSA- I have noticed that my vehicle doesn’t seem to...
- TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE...
Fuel Economy
17 MPG Combined- City: 16 MPG
- Hwy: 20 MPG
- Combined: 17 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
Technical Specifications
Vehicle Overview
VIN
JT3HN86R5T0032010
Model Year
1996
Make
Toyota
Model
4Runner
Trim
SR5 V6
Series
RZN180L/VZN180L/RZN185L/VZN185L
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Doors
4
Seats
5-7
Seat Rows
2-3
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
See owners manual
Engine
3.4L 6 Cyl
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Plant Location
TAHARA, AICHI, JAPAN
Country of Origin
JAPAN
VIN Breakdown
Position 1 — Country
J → Japan
Position 2 — Manufacturer
T → Toyota Motor Corporation
Position 3 — Vehicle Type
3 → MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Positions 4–8 — Descriptor
HN86R → 4Runner SR5 V6
Position 9 — Check Digit
5 → ✓ Valid
Position 10 — Model Year
T → 1996
Position 11 — Plant Code
0 → TAHARA, AICHI, JAPAN
Positions 12–17 — Serial
032010 → Production sequence
Engine & Powertrain
Engine Model
5VZ-FE
Engine Manufacturer
Toyota
Cylinders
6 Cyl
Displacement
3.4 L
Displacement CC
3378
Displacement CI
207.48072992208
Engine Config
V-Shaped
Horsepower
183 hp
Cooling System
Water
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Combined MPG
17 MPG
City MPG
16 MPG
Hwy MPG
20 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,600
5-Yr Fuel Cost
$18,000
CO₂ Emissions
522.8 g/mi
Barrels/Year
17.5
Safety & Driver Assistance
Detailed safety-equipment information wasn't available from the sources used for this vehicle.
Vehicle Dimensions & Weight
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Doors
4
Towing & Utility
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Wheels & Tires
Manufacturing & Identity
Manufacturer
Toyota Motor Corporation
Manufacturer ID
1057
Make ID
448
Model ID
2216
Plant Company
Toyota Motor Corporation - Tahara Plant
Plant City
TAHARA
Plant State
AICHI
Plant Country
JAPAN
Vehicle Descriptor
JT3HN86R*T0
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Recall & Safety Summary
Total Recalls
5
Recall Status
Active recalls found
Overall Risk Level
High Risk
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$3,500–$5,400
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Safety Ratings
NHTSA has not published a crash-test rating for this 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner. This is common for older, lower-volume, or recently-released vehicles that weren't included in NHTSA's crash-testing program.
Safety Recalls
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,...
Risk: 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...
SUSPENSION
ON CERTAIN 2-WHEEL-DRIVE (2WD) AND 4-WHEEL-DRIVE (4WD) 4RUNNER SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF HEAVY LOADING (SIMULTANEOUS LOADING TO REAR GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING AND GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING) AND SEVERE STEERING MANEUVERS COULD CAUSE THE 2WD 4RUNNER TO LOSE...
Risk: THIS MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE REAR SUSPENSION PARTS. ALTHOUGH THE 4WD 4RUNNERS DO NOT EXHIBIT THE HANDLING CONDITION, TOYOTA WILL RECALL THESE VEHICLES TO AVOID ANY...
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...
Risk: 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...
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
THE STICKER REQUIRED BY PART 575, "CONSUMER INFORMATION REGULATIONS" TO ALERT THE DRIVER OF "THE PARTICULAR HANDLING AND MANEUVERING CHARACTERISTICS OF UTILITY VEHICLES" WAS NOT AFFIXED TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR.
Risk: CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: OWNERS MAY NOT BE AWARE OF THE HANDLING AND MANUEVERING CHARACTERISTICS OF THIS VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUN VISORS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WITH VISORS CONTAINING THE CORRECT LABELS.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY...
Risk: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT...
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Finance & Cost Estimates
🔧 Service & Parts for this 1996 Toyota 4Runner
$1,470/yr
Estimated Annual Insurance (national avg — varies by driver, location & coverage)
5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr)
$7,350
Maintenance (5yr)
$7,500
5-Yr Fuel Cost (EPA)
$18,000
Depreciation (5yr est.)
$2,430
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Owner Complaints
I have noticed that my vehicle doesn’t seem to...
I have noticed that my vehicle doesn’t seem to be balance and most of the time i am afraid the tires will fall off by the movement of...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF DETACHED AND FLEW OFF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...
MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN SLIPPING A LOT CAUSING ME...
MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN SLIPPING A LOT CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE IT'S NOT THE FIRST TIME IT HAS HAPPENED JUST RECENTLY IT HAPPENED AGAIN...
THE REAR AXLE/SUSPENSION IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. JUST TOOK...
THE REAR AXLE/SUSPENSION IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. JUST TOOK IT TO MY AUTO SHOP FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND THEY WILL NOT PUT IT UP FOR AN OIL...
THE AXEL SUPPORT RUSTED OFF CAUSING IT TO SEPARATE...
THE AXEL SUPPORT RUSTED OFF CAUSING IT TO SEPARATE FROM THE FRAME. THIS RESULTS IN A DANGEROUS CONDITION
AXEL SUPPORTS RUSTED OFF THE FRAME MAKING IT DANGEROUS...
AXEL SUPPORTS RUSTED OFF THE FRAME MAKING IT DANGEROUS TO DRIVE
FRAME IS RUSTING VARY BADLY, IN TWO YEARS THE...
FRAME IS RUSTING VARY BADLY, IN TWO YEARS THE FRAME THAT IS THE DRIVE TRAIN WILL BE ALL GONE RUST! AND AUTO WILL NOT BE DRIVABLE THEN
1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, THE FRAME IS RUSTTING OUT TOTALLY....
1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, THE FRAME IS RUSTTING OUT TOTALLY. THE TOTAL FRAME IS RUST OR GONE. THIS 4RUNNER WAS ZEBARTED WHEN NEW. I HAVE BOUGHT THIS 4RUNNER NEW...
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Maintenance Schedule
Current
Oil & Filter Change
Every 5,000 mi
Toyota recommended interval
Due Now
Air Filter (Engine)
Every 15,000–30,000 mi
Dirty filter reduces fuel economy by up to 10%
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000–25,000 mi
Affects AC, heat, and air quality
Current
Tire Rotation
Every 5,000–7,500 mi
Extends tire life by 25–40%
Due Soon
Brake Inspection
Every 12 months or 15,000 mi
Brake pads typically last 30,000–70,000 mi depending on driving
Due Now
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000–100,000 mi
Copper plugs every 30k; iridium/platinum every 60–100k
Due Now
Coolant Flush
Every 30,000 mi or 5 years
Old coolant becomes acidic and damages the cooling system
Due Now
Transmission Fluid
Every 30,000–60,000 mi
Neglected fluid leads to expensive transmission repairs
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, lowering boiling point
Due Now
Battery Test
Every 3–5 years
12V batteries typically last 3–5 years
Due Now
Drive Belt Inspection
Every 60,000–100,000 mi
Serpentine belt failure leaves you stranded
Due Now
Timing Belt Replacement
Every 60,000–105,000 mi
CRITICAL — timing belt failure destroys engine. Confirm if your model has belt vs chain.
This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.
Additional Tools & Information
Estimated depreciation for this 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner based on vehicle class and age. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
1996
$4,500
1997
$4,000
-12%
1998
$3,500
-22%
1999
$3,100
-32%
Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.
Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.
Insurance
$1,470/yr
20%
Maintenance
$1,500/yr
21%
Fuel/Energy
$3,600/yr
49%
Depreciation
$486/yr
7%
Registration
$250/yr
3%
Estimated Total Annual Cost
$7,306/yr
National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.
9.2
/ 10
Rank #1 overall
17 issues / 100 vehicles
Toyota Reliability
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07/04/2009
18/01/2002
24/05/2006
12/06/1996
23/03/2006
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$3,100–$5,000
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Dealer (Used)
$3,700–$5,900
Some warranty · Financing available
CPO / Certified
$3,800–$6,200
Full warranty · Inspected · Best protection
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Front Tires
33 PSI
See door jamb
Rear Tires
33 PSI
See door jamb
Spare Tire
60 PSI
Check monthly
Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires
Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.
❄ Winter Prep
✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Service AWD/4WD differential and transfer case fluids
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ Inspect fuel lines and check for water in fuel system
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Check transmission fluid color and level
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Toyota Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
3yr/36k
Powertrain
5yr/60k
Corrosion / Rust
5yr/unlimited
⚠ At 30 years old, factory warranty coverage has likely expired on this vehicle. A third-party extended warranty may be worth considering.
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 182 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN JT3HN86R5T0032010 decode to?
VIN JT3HN86R5T0032010 decodes to a 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner SR5 V6, assembled in TAHARA, AICHI, JAPAN.
How many recalls does this 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner have?
This 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner has 5 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner with open recalls?
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a TOYOTA dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs — they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner?
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner SR5 V6 is estimated at $3,500–$5,400. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner get?
According to EPA data, the 1996 TOYOTA 4Runner gets approximately 17 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,600.
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