2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
Only 9 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 9 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 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 9 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
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ON MAY 29,2013 AT APPROXIMATELY 1 PM, I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WAITING FOR APPROACHING TRAFFIC TO CLEAR SO THAT I COULD MAKE A LEFT TURN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130624
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES and ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
IN THE PAST FEW WEEKS I HAVE ENCOUNTERED A SITUATION WHICH I FEEL IS QUITE DANGEROUS. THE FOLLOWING HAS HAPPENED ON FOUR OCCASIONS WHILE ON HIGHWAYS AND INTERSTATES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070427
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKES GOING DOWN AN INCLINE.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040311
3 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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I WAS DRIVING HOME ON 7/15/18 AND AS I WAS PULLING INTO MY GARAGE A LOUD NOISE STARTED BUZZING FROM MY DASHBOARD AND MY BRAKE LIGHT, ABS, AND VSC LIGHTS ALL CAME ON AT ONCE. MY BRAKES HAD COMPLETELY FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180716
2 of 9 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing temporary/emergency spare tire.
1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Toyota Land Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2001 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 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.