2013 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER PROBLEMS

2013 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER PROBLEMS

2013 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER PROBLEMS

Issues by Year

Years to avoid. Click on columns for details

Malfunction Modules

Common Complaints and Reliability

  • 1. Electrical issues:

    • Weak horn volume, clock spring/spiral cable corroding
    • Rodents eating wires under hood
    • Air bag warning indicator failure

  • 2. Structural issues:

    • Excessive rust on frame, chassis, tie rod ends, and all other metal parts
    • Frame rust, rear bumper rust, undercarriage rust, front lower A-arm rust, differential rust
    • Severe frame, structural, and fuel tank strap rust
    • Severely rusted and rotting frame
    • Structural rust leading to unsafe driving conditions
    • Shimmy or shaking in steering wheel at speeds of 45 mph or higher

  • 3. Safety concerns:

    • Loss of brakes while driving
    • Control bar coming away from frame due to rust
    • Windshield wipers building up ice in snow conditions
    • Ice build-up on underside of vehicle in snowy conditions

  • 4. Manufacturer/customer service issues:

    • Fraudulent transaction with rusted vehicle purchase
    • No response from Toyota or dealership regarding rust issues and refund request
    • Concerns over Toyota not standing by their vehicles or dealerships

  • 5. Suspension/transmission issues:

    • Shuddering and shaking between 30 mph and 45 mph
    • Shaking steering wheel at speeds of 60-70 mph

  • 6. Visibility issues:

    • Ice build-up on windshield wipers affecting visibility in snow conditions

Other Models