10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
4,500 miles

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problem #1

Nov 072006

4Runner 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 4,500 miles
: the contact stated when the rear lift gate was opened the automatic open/close mechanism failed and closed on the contact's right hand. The 4th and 5th digits of the ring finger and pinky were crushed and the 5th digit of the pinky of the right hand was hyperextended and may have been dislocated. There was possible nerve damage to the fingers and swelling to the right arm. The contact went to the emergency room. A photo and X-rays were taken. The manufacturer was notified.

- Allentown, NJ, USA

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