Toyota Land cruiser problems
The Toyota Land Cruiser (Japanese: トヨタ・ランドクルーザー, Hepburn: Toyota Rando-Kurūzā) (also sometimes spelled as LandCruiser) is a series of four-wheel drive vehicles produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. It is Toyota's longest running series of models. As of 2019, the sales of the Land Cruiser totalled more than 10 million units worldwide.
Production of the first generation of the Land Cruiser began in 1951. The Land Cruiser has been produced in convertible, hardtop, station wagon and cab chassis body styles. The Land Cruiser's reliability and longevity have led to huge popularity, especially in Australia, where it is the best-selling body-on-frame, four-wheel drive vehicle. Toyota also extensively tests the Land Cruiser in the Australian outback – considered to be one of the toughest operating environments in both temperature and terrain. In Japan, the Land Cruiser was once exclusive to Toyota Japanese dealerships called Toyota Store.
Since 1990, the smaller variation of the Land Cruiser has been marketed as the Land Cruiser Prado. Described as a 'light-duty' version of the Land Cruiser by Toyota, it features a different design compared to the full-size model and, up until 2023, it remains the only comfort-oriented Land Cruiser available with a short-wheelbase 3-door version.
As of 2023, the full-size Land Cruiser was available in many markets. Exceptions include the United States (since 2021), Canada (since 1996), Malaysia (which receives the Lexus LX instead), Hong Kong, Macau, South Korea, Brazil, and most of Europe. In Europe, the only countries where the full-size Land Cruiser is officially sold are Gibraltar, Moldova, Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine. The Land Cruiser is hugely popular in the Middle East, Russia, and Australia, and also in Africa where it is used by farmers, the construction industry, non-governmental and humanitarian organizations, the United Nations, national armies (often the pickup version), and irregular armed groups who turn them into "technicals" by mounting machine guns in the rear. In August 2019, cumulative global sales of the Land Cruiser family surpassed 10 million units.
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Toyota Land cruiser model years
Common Toyota Land cruiser problems
The Toyota Land Cruiser is known for its reliability, with many owners reporting high mileage and minimal issues. However, certain model years have been identified as problematic, with specific issues affecting their performance and longevity.
The 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is one such model year, with a high number of reported problems, particularly with the service brakes. Several owners have reported instances where the brakes suddenly stopped functioning, posing a significant safety risk.
The 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser also has a reputation for reliability issues, with 16 problems reported, including vehicle speed control, engine/engine cooling, and build quality concerns. Similar to the 1999 model, the 2002 Land Cruiser has experienced issues with vehicle speed control, with some drivers reporting sudden acceleration at low speeds. This can be a particularly dangerous situation, as it can lead to loss of control over the vehicle. Furthermore, engine cooling problems have been reported, with some owners experiencing sudden power loss and engine shutdown.
The 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser, while not plagued by major mechanical issues, has faced problems related to its air conditioning system and airbags. The faulty A/C system and airbags in the 2008 model have been linked to the notorious Takata airbag scandal, which affected tens of millions of vehicles. The defective airbags have the potential to explode during deployment, causing metal shards to be sprayed into the cabin, posing a severe safety risk.
In addition to these specific model year issues, the Toyota Land Cruiser has experienced common problems across various model years. These include rough shifting, particularly in the 2016 model, where the eight-speed automatic transmission tends to vibrate excessively when switching between gears. This issue affects both upshifting and downshifting and can manifest at high RPMs and low speeds.
Furthermore, the 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser has been known to leave passengers stranded due to unexpected engine failure. The engine is reported to give out while driving, with dealership technicians unable to identify the exact cause of the problem in many cases.
These common problems and specific model year issues highlight the importance of thorough research and inspection before purchasing a Toyota Land Cruiser. While the vehicle is generally reliable, certain model years and components may require extra attention and maintenance.
Are Toyota Land Cruisers reliable?
The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 21% for the Toyota Land Cruiser, compared to an average of 15% for fullsize SUVs and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
Is a Land Cruiser high maintenance?
In general, while Land Cruisers are known for their durability and reliability, they are sophisticated vehicles with advanced technology and components, which can translate to potentially higher maintenance costs compared to smaller, less complex vehicles.
What is the most reliable Land Cruiser engine?
Here are some key features and reasons why the 1HZ engine is often considered one of the most reliable Land Cruiser engines… Durability – The 1HZ engine is known for its robust construction and durability. It has a cast-iron block and cylinder head, making it capable of withstanding tough conditions and heavy use.
How long will a Land Cruiser engine last?
Here are some guidelines to consider: High Mileage Threshold: Land Cruisers are known for their ability to surpass 300,000 miles with proper maintenance. So, a Land Cruiser with 100,000 to 200,000 miles can still be considered in good condition, depending on its maintenance and care.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Toyota Land cruiser years
We have researched Toyota problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Toyota Land cruiser cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Toyota Land cruiser model years:
- Toyota Land cruiser 2000
- Toyota Land cruiser 1999
- Toyota Land cruiser 1994
- Toyota Land cruiser 1998
- Toyota Land cruiser 1997
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Toyota Land cruiser model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Toyota Land cruiser years
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Toyota Land cruiser car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Toyota Land cruiser , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Seat belts problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Tires problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Toyota Land cruiser vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Land cruiser model years
A total of 32 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Land cruiser model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Land cruiser model years
There were a total of 25 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Land cruiser model years
There were a total of 4 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 225 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Toyota Land cruiser . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Toyota Land cruiser vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Toyota Land cruiser 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-02
- Date Complaint: 2023-07-05
- VIN: JTMCY7AJ2G4
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: This vehicle has a blind spot but was marked as providing a monitor and many other safety features, none of which function as the navigation screen it dark. TOYATA believes this is nit a safety issue. TOYATA HAS NOT RELEASED ANY INFORMATION ON HOW TO REMEDY THE ISSUE WITH THIS SERIOUS ELECTRICAL ISSUE. VEHICLE HAS 82,000 miles. The ENTUNE SYSTEM is a wide spread safety problem for many millions of TOYOTA VEHICLES. TOYATA offers no information to address fix nor acknowledgement of danger to owners driving vehicles with the BLIND SPOT FEATURE.
Toyota Land cruiser 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-01
- Date Complaint: 2023-02-21
- VIN: JT3HT05J4X0
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: Throttle accelerates on its own when cold. This especially happens when vehicle has not fully warmed up in weather below freezing. I will let off the throttle and vehicle will continue to accelerate for several seconds before seemingly getting unstuck. There is no issue with throttle cable, and throttle body has been cleaned since the onset, which changed nothing.
Toyota Land cruiser 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-11
- Date Complaint: 2022-10-11
- VIN: JT3HJ85J8V0
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel tank develops crack and leaks when filled more than 10 gallons approx 1/2 full. There is a specific point on the tank where it cracks on top. The metal is very thin at this point and possibly with newer Ethanol fuels the tank expands and contracts far more in hot weather? This problem is well documented on Toyota Land Cruiser websites, specifically IH8MUD.com. The website is telling owners to log complaints with NHTSA. I would think leaking gas is a major safety issue along with being an emissions violation. Yes the vehicle is available for inspection. Manufacturer gives no response. The FJ 60/62 Land Cruiser (model before, did have a recall on the fuel tank) No warning lamps or messages OBD2.
Toyota Land cruiser 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-30
- Date Complaint: 2022-05-08
- VIN: JTMCY7AJ1J4
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Driving on trail ridge road in Estes park. Fuel boiled and gas flowed out of the vehicle around the gas cap. It presents a real fire and environmental risk in addition to causing property damage to the vehicle by potentially damaging the paint with the boiling fuel. The government has not done anything to address this design flaw with Toyota despite it being known for decades. This has been present with the 80, 100, 200 series vehicles plus the Toyota Tundra, Lexus GX and Lexus LX. There are a frightening number complaints about this. Just google Landcruiser, Tundra, Lexus GX, Lexus LX and fuel boil. Post #54 on this thread gives a good explanation as to the problem and cause (design flaw). https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/gas-fuel-vapors-fumes-visible-from-gas-door.1255549/page-4
Toyota Land cruiser 1988
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-24
- Date Complaint: 2021-09-24
- VIN: JT3FJ62G2J0
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: The contact owns a 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 89V155000 (Seat Belts) and 91V110000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available and was no longer being produced. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Toyota Land cruiser 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2013-04-26
- Date Complaint: 2021-07-09
- VIN: JT3HT05J6W0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I live in Utah, The incident occurred in San Francisco with children in car. going down one of the steeper roads towards fisherman wharf. the ABS alarm went off and I lost all breaking power. I immediately downshifted(automatic trans), used the emergency break almost killed some pedestrians.. pulled over. I checked all fuses, breaks. etc. I did not have any money, so as nightfall came upon us, with ABS glaring in our ears. I drove through the night back to Utah when the traffic was the lowest and used the emergency break all the way home, it was a horrific experience. The repair on this was not cheep where I had the ABS/brakes fixed so the breaks would work at our local dealer where I live, This was about 8-10 years ago, I am still pretty upset someone cold have been killed, why would the breaks fail if the ABS fails.. this could have killed my family and/or someone else. I would have to check with Menlove Bountiful Toyota for an exact date of repair.
Toyota Land cruiser 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-24
- Date Complaint: 2021-06-01
- VIN: jtmcy7aj6g4
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I took my 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser for service at Victory Toyota of Canton Michigan on the 24th. While driving the vehicle i started to hear noise from the rear wheel and it continued to get worse. I had someone look into it and every tire on the vehicle had lug nuts loss to the point that you can move them with your hand. This really demonstrate lack concern to human safety and life. My family and I could been killed or seriously harmed from the carelessness of the dealer. This is not the first time this happened and one time we had 4 lug nuts not even put on vehicle. I need someone to address this ASAP.
Toyota Land cruiser 1987
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-12
- Date Complaint: 2020-09-12
- VIN: JT3FJ60G9H1
- Components: SEAT BELTS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: OUTBOARD REAR SEATBELTS DO NOT EXTEND OR RETRACT. SO MY KIDS CANNOT RIDE IN IT. FUEL TANK ISSUE INVOLVES EXTREMELY HIGH VAPOR BUILDUP. WHEN I TAKE THE CAP OFF TO ADD FUEL, VAPOR PRESSURE IS SO BAD THAT IT HAS BLOWN THE CAP OUT OF MY HAND WHEN REMOVING IT. CAP HAS BEEN REPLACED WITH A OEM REPLACEMENT WITH NO CHANGE IN PRESSURE. NO DIFFERENCE IF THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN STATIONARY OR DRIVEN FOR EXTENDED PERIODS IN EITHER CASE.
Toyota Land cruiser 1986
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-08
- Date Complaint: 2020-09-08
- VIN: JT3FJ60G1G1
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TOYOTA IS UNWILLING TO COMPLY WITH BELOW RECALL AND STATES THEY ARE UNABLE TO REPLACE FAULTY FUEL TANK. PLEASE ADVISE. JUN 26,1991 MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBERM01 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER91V110 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE SUMMARY CONTINUOUS DRIVING UNDER EXTREMELY SEVERE CONDITIONS I.E. HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AND HEAVY LOAD, CAN CREATE HIGH VAPOR PRESSURE WITHIN THE FUEL TANK, AND THE RESULTANT STRESS MAY CAUSE EXCESSIVE LOAD TO THOSE POINTS WHERE THE FUEL TANK SEPARATOR IS WELDED TO THE INTERIOR OF THE FUELT TANK. SAFETY RISK IF THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO BE DRIVEN UNDER THESE CONDITIONS, THE REPEATED HIGH PRESSURE MAY EVENTUALLY CAUSE A CRACK IN THE TANK, AND IN THE WORST CASE, FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE CAN LEAD TO FIRE WHEN NEAR AN IGNITION SOURCE. REMEDY REPLACE THE FUEL TANK WITH AN IMPROVED TANK.
Toyota Land cruiser 1987
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-30
- Date Complaint: 2020-08-30
- VIN: JT4FJ60V9H1
- Components: SEAT BELTS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: BACKSEAT SEATBELTS DO NOT RETRACT OR COME BACK OUT. GAS TANK STARTED LEAKING. BOTH INCIDENTS WERE NOTICED WHILE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY.
Toyota Land cruiser 1987
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-18
- Date Complaint: 2020-06-18
- VIN: JT3FJ60G7H1
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 89V155, MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER: K04. REAR SEAT BELT RECALL. TOYOTA DEALERSHIP (LARRY H MILLER TOYOTA, MURRAY, UTAH) NOTIFIED ME OF THE OPEN RECALL DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE SERVICE. THEY CHECKED FOR THE PARTS TO SATISFY THE RECALL WORK, AND COULD NOT FIND THEM. AFTER CHECKING FOR PARTS FOR ABOUT 2 2 WEEKS, THEY TOLD ME TO CALL "TOYOTA CUSTOMER CARE". INITIAL REP I SPOKE TO SAID TOYOTA SHOULD OFFER SOME KIND OF REMEDY, IF UNABLE TO SATISFY THIS SAFETY RECALL. A "SENIOR AGENT" FROM TOYOTA NAMED [XXX] CALLED ME (10 DAYS AFTER MY INITIAL CALL TO REPORT THIS) AND SAID THE PARTS NO LONGER EXIST, AND DID NOT OFFER ANY KIND OF REMEDY. I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT DRIVING AN UNSAFE VEHICLE. TOYOTA DID NOT OFFER A SOLUTION. I HAVE HEARD OF OTHER SIMILAR SITUATIONS WHERE TOYOTA DID OFFER A REMEDY, BUT THEY DID NOT OFFER MY A REMEDY. EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTING, AND NOW I'M SCARED TO DRIVE MY TOYOTA. TOYOTA NOT STANDING BEHIND THIS OPEN RECALL, OR OFFERING ME ANYTHING. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Toyota Land cruiser 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-17
- Date Complaint: 2020-06-18
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3HT05J4W0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS IN A DRIVE THRU AND AS I APPROACHED THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, I PRESSED MY BRAKE PEDAL AND HAD ZERO RESISTANCE AS MY PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD AND ZERO RESPONSE FROM BRAKES. AS I DEPRESSED PEDAL, MY ABS LIGHT WENT ON THE DASHBOARD AND A BEEP ALARMED. I TRIED HITTING THE PEDAL AGAIN TO NO AVAIL AND TURNED TO ATTEMPT TO MISS THE VEHICLE AND PULLED MY EMERGENCY BRAKE. I WAS MOVING AT A LOW RATE OF SPEED AND HAD ZERO HISTORY OF BRAKE SYSTEM ISSUES. AFTER SOME HOMEWORK ONLINE, I AM SEEING IT IS IN LINE WITH A LOT OF OTHER PEOPLE'S EXPERIENCES WITH THE SAME MAKE AND MODEL HAVING AN ABS MOTOR FAILURE, BOOSTER MOTOR FAILURE, AND/OR AN ACCUMULATOR FAILURE. *TR
Toyota Land cruiser 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-28
- Date Complaint: 2020-05-04
- VIN: JT3HT05J0W0
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: EXPERIENCED SPONTANEOUS SUNROOF EXPLOSION. DRIVING FROM ESTES PARK, CO TO LOUISVILLE, CO WITH MY 9 YEAR OLD SON IN BACK SEAT. HEARD LOUD EXPLOSION OVERHEAD ABOUT 5 MILES NORTH OF BOULDER, CO ON HWY. 93. NEAREST CAR WAS 6-7 LENGTHS IN AHEAD AND TRAVELING AT 60 MPH. IT WAS A WARM SEPTEMBER DAY WITH INTENSE 2:00P SUN. WE WERE FINALLY ABLE TO SAFELY PULL OVER AFTER 5 MINUTES. THERE WAS A NICKLE SIZED HOLE IN THE SUNROOF.
Toyota Land cruiser 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-15
- Date Complaint: 2019-12-24
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JT3HT05J7Y0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY SON HAD A WRECK, HE HYDROPLANED AND HIS AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. HE GOT A CONCUSSION.
Toyota Land cruiser 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-19
- Date Complaint: 2019-11-21
- VIN: JT3HT05J2W0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: FOR THE SECOND TIME, A COMPLETE BRAKING FAILURE DUE TO MASTER CYLINDER MOTOR FAILURE. OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING. LUCKILY WAS GOING UNDER 20 MPH ON A VACANT STREET AND WAS ABLE TO SAFELY COAST TO A STOP.
Latest 5 recalls Toyota Land cruiser
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 65 recalls for different components of the Toyota Land cruiser.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Toyota Land cruiser 2018
- Report Received Date: 2020-11-04
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
- Model: Toyota Land cruiser 2015
- Report Received Date: 2020-01-13
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
- Model: Toyota Land cruiser 2014
- Report Received Date: 2020-01-13
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
- Model: Toyota Land cruiser 2011
- Report Received Date: 2018-12-13
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and passenger seat-mounted side airbag.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, deactivated air bags can increase the risk of injury .
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are Lexus Interim J2L and Remedy JLL, Toyota Interim J15 and Remedy J05.
- Model: Toyota Land cruiser 2013
- Report Received Date: 2018-12-13
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and passenger seat-mounted side airbag.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, deactivated air bags can increase the risk of injury .
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are Lexus Interim J2L and Remedy JLL, Toyota Interim J15 and Remedy J05.
Latest negative Toyota Land cruiser car reviews
Latest positive Toyota Land cruiser car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2004
My family and I refer to this vehicle as 'the tank'. This is actually my second Land Cruiser, the first being a 1995 model that unfortunately had a bad head gasket and would overheat. Despite my attempts to repair it with my local technician, it was to no avail. However, I am now the proud owner of a used 2004 model and I definitely enjoy the fact that it does not hydroplane on slick roads of ice, snow, and water when compared to other SUVs such as the Mercedes G-Wagon, Tahoes, Suburbans, and Explorers (all 4x4). While it may not be the most fuel efficient SUV, in my 40 years of driving it has to be the best for overall activities of commuting, trips to the beach, and traveling through the mountains. The power and second added mode of transmission give it the extra boost for passing and climbing. Although the sound system needs to be replaced and the rear viewing camera is a bit cloudy, the rear AC and heating are a great service to my kids for added comfort. I have had to replace and/or repair a battery, wipers, air bag recall (free), hood supports, and tires (common wear and tear). It is a classy vehicle that still retains its appeal after 15 years. I did have to superglue my plastic covering over the luggage rack due to sun exposure. I would highly recommend replacing the front window rubber seal after years of replacing cracked windows. In my opinion, you cannot go wrong with this Land Cruiser if you want reliability, durability, and of course, safety!
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Vehicle year: 1997
I have owned my Landcruiser for 3 years now and I can confidently say that it has been flawless. The engine runs smoothly, the body quality is still excellent, and I have only had to change the brake pads, fuel filters, and oil, of course! If you are looking for a new Nissan or similar, I would highly recommend a used Landcruiser. It has a timing chain, so you can forget about the timing belt issues that come with other trucks. Although it could use more front legroom and cup holders, those are small prices to pay for everything else you get. Let me know if you have any questions!
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Vehicle year: 2001
The original running gear is powered by a very strong 4.7L V-8 engine. Regular maintenance includes periodic replacements of plugs, shocks, TB/WP three times, 4X4 bearing packs, front stabilizer bars, Toyota 84 month battery, fuel injectors, valve cover gaskets, fuel injector kit, radiator T-hose (which was quite an experience), power steering pressure hose, number 8 coil, brake pads and calipers, muffler, and engine cam seals. I may have missed a few things, but the major costs were just two: brakes master cylinder module (OEM $1600) and steering rack assembly ($1200). If you take care of it, it will take care of you. It's a daily driver that can take you to a movie on Tuesday and serious 4-wheeling on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. You get the idea, right?
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Vehicle year: 1993
I bought my Land Cruiser in pretty bad shape, but I had the engine gone through from every seal and hose, and everything in between. Although the initial investment to get it running right cost a lot, I could not be happier. In the time since then, I have added a new paint job, all original, new tires, battery, and went through the interior to replace missing parts. One modification I would recommend to everyone is to switch it to partial 4WD. This allows for 2WD during the summer or non-bad weather/roads. I bought my kit for the front differential and hubs from Australia for about $500, and the labor brought everything to under $1000.00. This has saved me tons of money. It's a great investment!
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Vehicle year: 2016
This is my second TLC and I must say, it's a huge improvement from the 2012 model. The adaptive cruise control is much better and not overly sensitive like the previous version. The lane departure warnings and driver alert warnings are very useful safety features. I even had an experience where the automatic brake system saved me from a potentially expensive accident! The car is super quiet on the highway and makes long drives very comfortable. Although I traded in a vehicle that had better fuel mileage, the ownership costs of a Toyota are among the best. I've had other SUVs like the Audi Q7 that required frequent service visits and brake jobs every 12000 miles, but the LandCruiser is expected to be both reliable and cheap to maintain. While it would be nice if the 3rd row folded flat into the floor, I'd rather have the toughness and reliability of the TLC. The split tailgate is also very useful in real life situations. The roof hardware is very sturdy and doesn't require any additional support brackets. Overall, this is the finest large SUV out there! People who appreciate quality and need an off-road capable, snow/ice capable, towing capable, night on the town capable, kid capable - large SUV will love their LandCruiser. Those who want the valet to park it out front will get a Range Rover. The only thing that could be improved is the addition of Wifi like American vehicles. It's been 10k more miles and everything is still the same. The leather on the seats could be a little richer feeling given the cost of the truck, but I have had no problems whatsoever from this high-quality SUV.undefined
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Clay Stark 2025-07-28
Vehicle year: 2004
I'm not quite sure why so many people like Toyotas. Personally, I'm going to get a Tahoe this time. It has a better engine and I'd rather support an American company. I learned my lesson.
Rey Terry 2025-07-16
Vehicle year: 2009
The Land Cruiser is a solid performer both on and off the road, with plenty of power and reliable braking. It would be great to have front console cup holder lighting for night time driving, as well as lit overhead spotlight buttons. I've been getting a combined 17.2 mpg in the city and on the highway using premium fuel. While the exterior sheet metal seems a little thin, the vehicle is still sturdy. I did experience a clunking noise from the rear when starting from a dead stop or coming to a stop, but after visiting my Toyota dealer, I found out that a (TSB) Technical Service Bulletin had been issued for this problem. The drive shaft was replaced under drivetrain warranty at no cost, and since then, I have had no further issues. Overall, I am very satisfied with the new Land Cruiser!
Zakary Marquardt 2025-07-10
Vehicle year: 1993
You won't believe the reliability of this Land Cruiser! It's the last one manufactured by Land Cruiser and it's held up incredibly well. Even after 188,000 miles, everything is still tight and looks great. I've only had to replace a power steering motor and window motors. The tires are also amazing - they don't wear out even after 100k miles and there's no side wear. Plus, the steering is true and solid.
Percy Batz 2025-07-09
Vehicle year: 1995
Hi there! I wanted to share my thoughts on our trusty 94 Land Crusher. It has been an absolute gem and I can confidently say that it's the best investment I've ever made in a car, especially a used one. Despite the recent surge in fuel prices, my wife and I explored all our options and couldn't justify replacing a perfectly good vehicle. We're actually the second owners of this beauty, and the previous owner was a true soccer mom. In fact, they only drove it for 10,000 miles over two years! When we bought it, it had 104,000 miles on it and was in pristine condition with all the records. We mainly use it to haul boats, camping gear, and of course, our butts! We even put the largest tires on it that would fit, and it's still going strong with 135,000 miles on it. Thanks for letting me share!
Tyrell Flatley 2025-07-07
Vehicle year: 2018
I was considering between the Land-Cruiser and a Mercedes GL450. I have owned four Land-Cruisers before and was a bit nervous about the reliability of the Mercedes. Unfortunately, the Land-Cruiser turned out to be a disaster. The day I drove it home, I could tell there was an alignment issue and constant corrections were needed. I took it to my local shop and they confirmed that the rear axle was off almost a full degree. Toyota confirmed the issue and attempted to repair it using a 'come-a-long' strap to force the rear axle into alignment, which only created more problems. After getting the vehicle back, it had even worse alignment readings due to the excessive force that was placed on the rear suspension. I filed a complaint with Toyota and after a few weeks, they told me that no further repairs were needed. I was furious and received no support from Toyota or my dealer, Carson Toyota. However, I hired an attorney and he won my case, and I was awarded all my money back. It is important to note that this rear axle issue is a common known problem with the Land-Cruiser and Tundras. Therefore, I highly recommend getting it on an alignment rack before putting your money down on one of these.