1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
Only 23 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
7 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE TURNING LEFT AT 5MPH THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT SUDDENLY WENT ON AND A HIGH PITCHED SOUND CAME FROM THE DASH. THE BRAKES FAILED COMPLETELY WITH THE PEDAL GOING TO THE FLOOR AND I REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141110
LOW SPEED - PARKING THE VEHICLE - LOST THE BRAKE POWER - CAN'T STOP THE VEHICLE
NHTSA ODI report, 20190312
4 of 23 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CAR ACCELERATED TO ABOUT 25 MPH AND STRUCK A TELEPHONE POLE. DRIVERS FAULT. THE INDENT FROM THE DAMAGE OF HITTING A POLE THAT DID NOT MOVE WAS 12 TO 18 INCHES DIRECTLY IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BUMPER. NO AIR BAGS DEPLOLYED. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20121229
WHILE WAITING AT A STOP SIGN,THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ACCELERATE. THE UNEXPECTED OCCURRENCE OF ACCELERATION CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND REAR ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20031124
2 of 23 total reports mention: power train.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE WAS RUNNING IN PARK POSITION IN THE DRIVEWAY WHILE CONSUMER WAS LOADING THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE ALL OF A SUDDEN CAME OUT OF GEAR, ROLLED BACKWARDS, ENGINE SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS RACING. CONTACTED THE DEALER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000214
2 of 23 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
ENGINE FIRE (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). MJS
NHTSA ODI report, 20000322
VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY CUTS OFF WITH NO WARNING. HAS HAD SOME NEAR ACCIDENTS BECAUSE OF IT, AND NO ONE CAN FIX THE PROBLEM. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19981222
1 of 23 total reports mentions: tires.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1999 Toyota Land 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 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.