Is the Toyota Land Cruiser Reliable?
1998–2026 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other suvs — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Toyota Land Cruiser Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 4 | — | — | 98 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2015 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Land Cruiser Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Land Cruiser scores 20 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Toyota Land Cruiser Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 15 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?+
The Toyota Land Cruiser scores 89/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 5 recall campaigns and 15 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Land Cruiser is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2017 Land Cruiser achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 0 recalls and 4 complaints.
How many miles does a Land Cruiser last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Toyota Land Cruiser owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Land Cruiser will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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