2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 8 complaints
View as data table
| 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 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
5 of 8 total reports mention: air bags.
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Takata recall I was informed about the recall what I believe to be the interim stage of the process. I do not, and have not felt safe driving my vehicle. A 'loaner' vehicle has not been made available despite repeated months of attempts.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-16
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 18V887000 (Air bags, seat belts).
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-17
I received notification in January that there was a recall for the passenger airbag in this car. I have been waiting over 2 months for a remedy--it's listed as "Interim" In Toyota's system apparently.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-08
Vehicle speed control
2 of 8 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Crawling during heavy traffic on highway and vehicle was stopped. Break pedal released and was moving slowly. Car accelerated suddenly and caused a rear end collision. Panic breaking wasn't adequate because of the proximity.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-07-31
Uncontrolled acceleration of 2008 Toyota landcruiser resulting in run-away situation on interstate highway in rain. Speeds in excess of 90 MPH. Gas pedal was operational. Engine could not be turned off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-01-31
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Seat belts
2 of 8 total reports mention: seat belts.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 8 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
Electrical system
1 of 8 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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Side mirrors both right and left occasionally flick in and out as if door adjustment activators are turning on and off. Mirrors flicker making rear auto lights flick in your face constantly when driving the vehicle at night.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-17
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-05-27Equipment10V036000 Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Remedy: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The safety recall began on May 27, 2010. Owners may contact…
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2011-03-31Tires11V148000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, Tacoma, Sequoia and Tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety…
Remedy: For the Land Cruiser, sequoia, tacoma and tundra vehicles, the dealer will re-calibrate the tire pressure monitoring system on affected vehicles and install an updated tire and loading information…
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2012-08-03Vehicle speed control12V305000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles, manufactured from November 28, 2008, through September 1, 2010, and model year 2008 through 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser…
Remedy: Toyota and Lexus will notify owners of affected vehicles and dealers will modify or replace the accelerator pedal and replace any driver's floor mat not specified for the vehicle. Owners of the…
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2017-09-29Air bags17V548000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX470, and 2008-2013 Lexus LX570 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect driver or front passenger air bag.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0S.
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2019-02-11Air bags, seat belts18V887000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Toyota Land Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V036000 · Equipment
- Recall 11V148000 · Tires
- Recall 12V305000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 17V548000 · Air bags
- Recall 18V887000 · Air bags, seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.