2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 593 |
| 2008 | 123 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 65 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.
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Excessive frame rust causing safety issue with suspension and crash danger. Yes my vehicle is available for inspection.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240108
13% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.
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HAD VEHICLE IN SHOP, NEW TIRES AND BALANCE. ALL FOUR TIRES HAD TO BE REBALANCE. HAD BRAKES DONE,( ROTORS AND PADS AND ALL FOUR TIRES REBALANCE). ONE MONTH LATER STEERING STARTED ACTING UP. STIFFING UP. NOW DEALERSHIP SAIDS NO RECALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190423
10% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file.
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Excessive frame rust causing safety issue with suspension and crash danger. Yes my vehicle is available for inspection.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240108
10% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale.
Remedy: For the involved vehicles, overlay stickers to correct the tire placard will either be mailed to owners or provided to dealers for placement over the incorrect information on the placard. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014.
Campaign 14V475000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 14V539000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.
Campaign 14V828000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured August 7, 2013, to August 20, 2013.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 15V081000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.
Campaign 20V012000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V475000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V539000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V828000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V081000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V012000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.