1997 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER PROBLEMS

1997 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER PROBLEMS

1997 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER PROBLEMS

Issues by Year

Years to avoid. Click on columns for details

Malfunction Modules

Common Complaints and Reliability

  • 1. Tire blowouts

    • 2 snow tires blew out at 62 mph on an interstate highway
    • Side wall blowout on tire at high speeds
    • Prematurely dry rotted tires were separating

  • 2. A/C emitting toxic fumes

    • Toxic fumes causing blindness, headaches, muscle cramps, burning eyes, mouth, and lungs

  • 3. Mechanical failures

    • Front seats stopped working
    • Brake rotors damaged
    • Front driver side wheel fell off
    • Loss of brakes while slowing down
    • Fuel tank crack leading to fuel leaks
    • Bolts supporting steering knuckle sheared off
    • Vehicle stalling and shutting off unexpectedly

  • 4. Coolant mixing with engine oil

    • Repairs failed to correct coolant problems, causing coolant to mix with engine oil

  • 5. Odor from A/C unit

    • Odor from A/C unit, dealer refused to pick up vehicle

  • 6. Brake issues

    • Defective brake pads wearing out every 2,000 miles, causing extended stopping distance

  • 7. Air conditioning issues

    • Isobutane, butane, and other chemicals blowing through truck vents, causing health issues

  • 8. Non-deployment of airbags in a crash

    • Airbags failed to deploy in a crash at 45 mph

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