Toyota FJ Cruiser Complaints (2012)

41 consumer complaints on file.

#11769545October 7, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11755567August 7, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11697771November 5, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rust damage to frame
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11587784May 9, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Frame rust through.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573718February 23, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
No dealer is willing to fix recalls.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551078October 20, 2023
SEAT BELTS
The contact owns a 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the passenger’s side seat belt was inoperable. The seat belt was not able to stretch or lock into place. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535465July 31, 2023
SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Took vehicle to a machine shop to have frame undercoated. The machinist found that the frame had holes in it due to rust. He found that the tab gusset bracelet was cracked ( the part of the frame that holds the A-Arm in place). He said that the vehicle was not safe to drive and needs a new frame. The vehicle has 109,000 miles on it. Toyota should have a recall on all Toyota FJ.I contacted Toyota and was denied any help in this matter.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494424November 21, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Vehicle's frame was excessively rusted creating structure issues. Among the issues is that I can no longer tow anything with this vehicle because the rear structure is unsafe. Multiple other structural issues have been identified by a service center.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11465821May 23, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STRUCTURE:BODY
Frame and undercarriage compromised by excessive rust on 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. Substandard materials/process used in manufacturing by Toyota on the FJ cruiser undercarriage and frame, causing excessive rust damage. Widespread problem in the United States with excessive rust compromising the stability and safety of the vehicles. Toyota authorized Dealerships are no help. Expect consumers to pay out of pocket to repair frame.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11460087April 7, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
Noticed rust on suv/frame confirmed by Faulkner Toyota Dealership, mechanic informed too address this problem soon.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11447983January 19, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
Excessive underbody and frame rust.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11429577August 18, 2021
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Frame rusted
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11424993July 15, 2021
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The windshield makes a very loud defining noise while driving. This happens most often when it is windy. It often sounds like the windshield will be ripped off. The noise has gotten progressively worse over the years.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11420678June 12, 2021
SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE:BODY
Too much frame rust on vehicle. Rust seems to be most prevalent around welds where cross members meet the frame. This frame is the same frame used for a number of other Toyota vehicles. In some places the rust is nearly bad enough for crucial body members to separate which would cause a severe accident. The frame on the Toyota FJ Cruiser is the same frame used in the vehicles outlined in the successful class action lawsuit, "Brian Warner et al. v. Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc." in the UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA Case No. 2:15-cv-02171-FMO-FFM. That lawsuit only specified Toyota Tacoma, Tundra, and Sequoia vehicles though the frames are the exact same. My Frame is still under warranty.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11398292February 28, 2021
SEAT BELTS
PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT AND LEAVES PASSENGER IN DANGER IN CASE OF COLLISION OR IMMEDIATE BRAKING. THIS IS A MANUFACTURER LIABILITY. SEAT BELT HANGS LOOSELY AND DOES NOT LOCK WHEN BRAKES ARE USED.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11375944November 23, 2020
SEAT BELTS
PASSENGER SEATBELT RECOLL DOES NOT WORK.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11372541November 1, 2020
STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
MY PROBLEM MY TOYOTA FJ CRUISER BURNED 12 AM MIDNIGHT OCTOBER 18 2020 WAS PARKING AT FRONT AT MY HOUSE IT BURNED COMPLETELY IN THE ENGINE AREA I WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENED. IF THIS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. I WANT TO KNOW IF OTHERS VANS EXPERIENCES PROBLEMS.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11351925August 29, 2020
STRUCTURE:BODY
GENERAL PERSONAL USE. FRAME IS RUSTING AT AN ALARMING RATE. I FEEL IT IS CRUCIAL FOR ME TO GET THE EXISTING RUST REMOVED AND THE FRAME PROTECTED IF I WANT THIS VEHICLE TO LAST ME A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF YEARS WITHOUT ANY STRUCTURAL FAILURES. IT HAS A LITTLE OVER 100K MILES ON IT.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11301602January 24, 2020
STRUCTURE:BODY
I AM ONE OF THE MANY WHO ARE EXPERIENCING RUST PROBLEMS WITH MY FJ. RECENTLY HAD TO HAVE ALL CALIPERS REPLACED DUE TO RUST. OIL PAN COVER AND COMPONENTS AROUND IT ARE STARTING TO SHOW SIGNIFICANT RUST. RUST IS IN THE EARLY STAGES IN SEVERAL AREAS OF THE FRAME BUT VERY EARLY STAGES. I AM CONCERNED THAT THE RUST WILL BEGIN TO AFFECT THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11287895December 9, 2019
STRUCTURE:BODY
EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE UNDERSIDE OF CAR - ALL OVER THE FRAME AND AXELS
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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