Toyota FJ Cruiser recalls and problems
17 recalls and 912 owner complaints for 9 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
17
Complaints
912
Crashes reported
26
Fires reported
8
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Toyota FJ Cruiser by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 FJ Cruiser | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 FJ Cruiser | 5 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 FJ Cruiser | 4 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2012 FJ Cruiser | 4 | 41 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 FJ Cruiser | 6 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 FJ Cruiser | 10 | 67 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 FJ Cruiser | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 FJ Cruiser | 9 | 124 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 FJ Cruiser | 8 | 594 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 0 |
Most reported Toyota FJ Cruiser problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 343 | |
| Suspension | 124 | |
| Unknown or Other | 114 | |
| Visibility | 84 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 72 | |
| Power Train | 66 | |
| Steering | 63 | |
| Service Brakes | 55 | |
| Seat Belts | 51 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 35 |
All Toyota FJ Cruiser recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V-012 | Jan 13, 2020 | 2014 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500… |
| 16V-396 | Jun 2, 2016 | 2007–2010 | Seats | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and… |
| 15V-081 | Feb 10, 2015 | 2014 | Steering | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured August 7, 2013, to August 20, 2013. |
| 14V-828 | Dec 30, 2014 | 2014–2015 | Equipment | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. |
| 14V-743 | Nov 19, 2014 | 2007–2010 | Seats | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4… |
| 14V-539 | Sep 8, 2014 | 2014 | Suspension | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles equipped with an optional "Trail Teams Ultimate Edition" package, in which the front shock absorbers and springs… |
| 14V-475 | Aug 4, 2014 | 2008–2014 | Equipment | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's… |
| 13V-163 | Apr 25, 2013 | 2007–2013 | Exterior Lighting | Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured January 25, 2006 through February 23, 2013 and equipped with a Toyota Auxiliary Driving Lamp Kits mounted to… |
| 13V-123 | Apr 9, 2013 | 2010–2013 | Equipment | Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and… |
| 13V-098 | Mar 15, 2013 | 2007–2013 | Seat Belts | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2013 FJ Cruiser passenger vehicles. |
| 13V-014 | Jan 16, 2013 | 2009–2010 | Seats, Air Bags | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year… |
| 11V-185 | Mar 16, 2011 | 2011 | Tires | Gulf states toyota is recalling certain model year 2011 fj cruiser and model year 2009-2011 tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 11V-148 | Mar 4, 2011 | 2008–2011 | Tires | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 fj cruiser, land cruiser, tacoma, sequoia and tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 10V-035 | Feb 3, 2010 | 2007–2010 | Equipment | Gulf states toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 10V-036 | Feb 3, 2010 | 2007–2010 | Equipment | Southeast toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 09V-223 | Jun 15, 2009 | 2007–2009 | Equipment | Toyota is recalling 27,080 model year 2005 through 2010 passenger cars built from september 1, 2005 to may 4, 2009. |
| 06V-235 | Jun 26, 2006 | 2007 | Tires | On certain passenger vehicles equipped with either bridgestone dueler or dunlop grandtrek tires, there is a possibility that the inner bead of the tire may have been damaged. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Toyota FJ Cruiser?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser has the most reports (594). Check the 2007 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Toyota FJ Cruiser have?
NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls covering Toyota FJ Cruiser model years 2007–2015.
What are the most common Toyota FJ Cruiser problems?
Owners report structure, suspension, unknown or other problems most often.