2025 Toyota 4Runner maintenance schedule

The 2025 4Runner is part of the N320 generation (2025-2026), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2025 4Runner needs, and when

Manufacturer rows link to Toyota's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

Service	Interval	Source
Engine oil and filter 5,000 for severe duty	10,000 mi / 1 year	Independent
Engine air filter	30,000 mi / 3 years	Independent
Cabin air filter	20,000 mi / 2 years	Independent
Tire rotation	5,000 mi / 6 months	Independent
Brake fluid	Inspect, replace as needed	Independent
Engine coolant	100,000 mi / 10 years	Independent
Transmission fluid	Inspect, replace as needed	Independent
Spark plugs	40,000 mi / 4 years	Independent
Serpentine belt	Inspect, replace as needed	Independent
Differential and transfer case fluid (4WD) Inspect/Replace	30,000 mi / 3 years	Independent
12V battery Inspect annually	Inspect, replace as needed	Independent

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil: 0W-20
Coolant: SLLC
Transmission fluid: ATF WS

Powertrains in this generation

2.4L 4-cyl (T24A-FTS), 278 hp, 8-speed Auto, RWD/4WD
2.4L 4-cyl hybrid (T24A-FTS Hybrid), 326 hp, 8-speed Auto, 4WD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2025 Toyota 4Runner

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Toyota dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Electrical system

NHTSA 25V595000

September 2025

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.

Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.

Other 4Runner model years

N320 (2025-2026)

20252026

Shopping new? The Toyota 4Runner guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

andersontoyotaaz.com (Independent)
services.firestonecompleteautocare.com (Independent)

Researched 2026-09-16. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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