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Toyota FJ Cruiser
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Complaints
906
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Recalls
19
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TSBs
258
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Reported severity
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Deaths
0
Injuries
18
Crashes
26
Fires
8
Top reported issues — Toyota FJ Cruiser
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Recent filings
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2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed Aug 18, 2026
The truck's frame was found to be cracked / rusted through in spots. It was discovered during another attempted repair 8/17/26. Because of the split / crack in the frame, the vehicle is now not drivable as it is deemed not road worthy. This problem is known to Toyota as well as the NHTSA. The Tacomas of the same years, on which this vehicle is built (same frame, same faulty rust-proofing operation from the manufacturer), was identified and Toyota was required to address it. Why this vehicle…
2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed Aug 7, 2026
My frame is corroding at a rapid rate and needs to be addressed by Toyota! I truly believe that this was cheap way of selling cars without the proper undercoating affecting these trucks later on most Toyota trucks had the frames replaced buy the dealers with the same problems that these fj cruisers have, this needs to be addressed asap.
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed Aug 5, 2026
Driver side seat belt is too loose non functional Airbag sign is on I m scared to drive vehicle
2007 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed Jun 25, 2026
Took FJ in for an inspection and was informed the frame was rusted to the point it could not pass inspection.
2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed Jun 22, 2026
Tires were purchased April 2026. Vehicle was then driven in June 2026 for off-road use, minimal usage prior to June due to mechanical issues). A structural failure occurred on 3 new truck tires (Size: 275/60R20, DOT: 0225) within 24 hours while driving under 10 MPH on a basic off-road trail. Day 1: Rear driver tire suddenly deflated with a loud thwapping sound. The tire separated from the bead and suffered a 3-4 sidewall tear. Vehicle was at 15 PSI (standard trail pressure). 10 companion trucks…
2011 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed May 31, 2026
Passenger front seat belt will not retract anymore and a passenger hit the windshield during a hard braking incident. I looked online and saw NHTSA 13V098000 about the seat belt retractor being recalled, but we were never notified.
2013 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed May 8, 2026
Please consider opening or expanding an investigation into frame, underbody, brake-line, and suspension-mount corrosion affecting Toyota FJ Cruisers. I own a 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4WD. A professional inspection found multiple fluid leaks, heavy rust, rusted exhaust, leaking rear shocks, and brake line/hose concerns. After reviewing the condition, the mechanic essentially declined to repair it and recommended scrapping the vehicle. The attached photos show conditions that appear…
2007 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed May 7, 2026
Frame is rusted to the point of failure
2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed May 1, 2026
Chassis frame rotted
2013 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Filed Feb 11, 2026
I purchased my beloved 2013 FJ Cruiser from Wellesley Toyota 6.5 years ago and have really enjoyed it. I have had it serviced religiously at McGee Toyota of Hanover since my purchase and expected to continue to enjoy it for many years to come and was just informed by McGee Toyota that the frame is severly rusted out throughout. My truck only has 158K miles on it and I expected this to last at least twice as long. This appears to be the same issue Toyota experienced with the Tundra and Tacoma…