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Toyota FJ Cruiser

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

907

Active records

Recalls

19

Active records

TSBs

258

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

18

Crashes

26

Fires

8

Top reported issues — Toyota FJ Cruiser

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Condition issue

713

Operating state

162

Braking behavior

133

Vibration/harshness

72

Safety restraint issue

69

Driver assistance issue

46

Safety restraint behavior

46

Noise

37

Reporting mechanism

25

Steering behavior

17

Engine behavior

16

Fluid issue

16

Ride/handling behavior

16

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

14

Performance issue

12

Thermal issue

11

Access/entry issue

9

Electrical issue

6

Recent change

6

Starting behavior

4

Wiper/washer behavior

3

HVAC behavior

2

Lighting behavior

2

Powering on/off behavior

1

Smell

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER

Filed Oct 7, 2026


The vehicle within less than 15 years had structural creams rust that had compromised the safety of my vehicle and it is rotting out with holes, the fuel tank is rusted and lose, and may fall, repairs are expensive and it is my only car. They’re all also rust holes right through the body and floor in multiple locations.

2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER

Filed Sep 11, 2026


While operating my vehicle at normal legal speeds on a public road, the aftermarket Rough Country lifted steering knuckle suffered a sudden, catastrophic structural breakage at the tie-rod mounting point after hitting a standard pothole. The complete fracturing of the steering knuckle resulted in an immediate, unpreventable loss of steering control on the driver's side wheel. This sudden structural failure forced the front wheel assembly out of alignment, completely disabling the vehicle's…

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

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.