2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Brake issues

  • No dealer willing to fix recalls
    
  • Brake failure and skidding at low speeds
    
  • ABS not working properly
    

• 2. Steering vibration/shimmy

  • Steering wheel vibrating/shaking between 55 and 65 mph
    
  • Steering wheel shaking at high speeds
    
  • Steering wheel shaking makes the vehicle difficult to control
    
  • Steering wheel shaking between 50-60 mph, even after balancing tires
    

• 3. Excessive rust on frame/undercarriage

  • Frame rusting at alarming rate
    
  • Underbody and frame compromised by rust
    
  • Widespread issue in the United States
    
  • Rust issues affecting safety and stability of the vehicle
    

• 4. Seat belt issues

  • Passenger side seat belt does not retract
    
  • Seatbelt retractor malfunctioning
    
  • Driver's side seat sinking/falling while driving
    
  • Passenger side seat belt not working
    

• 5. Windshield issues

  • Windshield makes loud noise while driving
    
  • Windshield prone to pitting under normal driving conditions
    
  • Windshield difficult to see through when light shines on it
    
  • Windshield appears dirty/translucent in certain lighting conditions
    

• 6. Suspension issues

  • Vehicle pulls to right independently
    
  • Steering wheel vibrates at 40 mph
    
  • Steering shimmy occurs at specific speeds even after tire balancing and alignment
    

• 7. Frame structural issues

  • Frame excessively rusted creating structure issues
    
  • Unsafe to tow anything due to rear structure problems
    
  • Multiple other structural issues identified by service center