Toyota FJ Cruiser Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 121 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Toyota FJ Cruiser across 8 model years. The 2007 model year has the most (78). The words owners use most often: “tank straps” (12% of reports).
- 121suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 42%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Tank straps: mentioned in 14 of 121 complaints (12%)
- Frame suspension: mentioned in 12 of 121 complaints (10%)
- Excessive rust: mentioned in 7 of 121 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 72 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 121 complaints, 1 mention a crash.
Toyota FJ Cruiser suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 FJ Cruiser | 3 | 10% | 35,000 |
| 2013 FJ Cruiser | 6 | 26% | 700 |
| 2012 FJ Cruiser | 5 | 12% | 9,750 |
| 2011 FJ Cruiser | 6 | 26% | 15,125 |
| 2010 FJ Cruiser | 7 | 11% | 91,366 |
| 2009 FJ Cruiser | 2 | 29% | 95,219 |
| 2008 FJ Cruiser | 14 | 11% | 73,000 |
| 2007 FJ Cruiser | 78 | 13% | 125,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Model years: 2014
Problem: 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 were replaced at vehicle processing centers. In some of these vehicles the bolts which secure the front lower ball joint to the steering knuckle and/or the front suspension lower arm to the front cross member assemblies might have been tightened with insufficient torque when the front shock absorbers and springs were replaced during the installation process.
Risk: In this condition, one or both bolts could become loose during driving and fall out. If both bolts fall out from the front lower ball joint or the front suspension lower arm, these components could detach from the steering knuckle or the front cross members, causing a loss of steering control, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners of vehicles with the optional package installed, and dealers will inspect the torque of the bolts. If the bolts are found to be loose, dealers will retighten them to the proper torque. For any missing bolts, dealers will install new ones. The recall began on November 7, 2014. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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…
Frame is rusted to the point of failure
Chassis frame rotted
I purchased my beloved 2013 FJ Cruiser from Wellesley Toyota 6.5 years ago and have really enjoyed it. I have had it serviced religiously at McGee Toyota of Hanover since my purchase and expected to continue to enjoy it for many years to come and was just informed by McGee Toyota that the frame is…
Frame and undercarriage have excessive wear for age of vehicle despite normal maintenance and care. Rust and corrosion has made the vehicle unsafe to drive.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Toyota FJ Cruisers have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 121 owner complaints about suspension for the Toyota FJ Cruiser. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Toyota FJ Cruiser suspension?
Yes: 1 safety recall list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Toyota FJ Cruiser?
The most frequent phrase is “tank straps”, in 14 of 121 complaints, followed by “frame suspension” (12).
Other Toyota FJ Cruiser problems
- Structure problems (332)
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