Toyota FJ Cruiser Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Toyota FJ Cruiser — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014Best | Excellent | 2 | 14 | — | — | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 2013 | Excellent | 4 | 16 | 1 | 3 | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 2012 | Excellent | 5 | 20 | — | — | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 2011 | Excellent | 6 | 15 | 2 | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2010 | Good | 10 | 43 | — | — | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2009 | Excellent | 10 | 8 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2008 | Good | 9 | 65 | 3 | 5 | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 2007Worst | Avoid | 7 | 419 | 5 | 2 | — | Structure | Full report → |
8 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Toyota FJ Cruiser Problems
Based on 600 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Toyota FJ Cruiser Reliability
What year FJ Cruiser has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 419 complaints and 7 safety recalls. See the full 2007 report for specific defects.
Is the Toyota FJ Cruiser reliable?
The Toyota FJ Cruiser has accumulated 600 owner-filed complaints and 53 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2014 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used FJ Cruiser.
What are the most common FJ Cruiser problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Structure (173 reports), Suspension (68 reports), Unknown Or Other (52 reports), Visibility (45 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my FJ Cruiser has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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