2007 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser. This model year has 500 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Structural Problems.
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Worst 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Structural Problems
Uncategorized Issues
Suspension Failures
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Problems | 215 | 4 | 2 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 77 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 77 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 76 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 50 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 46 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 30 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 24 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 22 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 21 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 13 | 2 | 4 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 10 | 7 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electric | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that while her son was attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic; however, no cause for the failure was found. The independent mechanic informed the …
I was driving the vehicle to work and was unable to stop. I had to use the emergency brake system.
Silver paint is peeling off the hood, bumper, doors, ect
Frame and undercarriage have excessive wear for age of vehicle despite normal maintenance and care. Rust and corrosion has made the vehicle unsafe to drive.
I am the owner of a Toyota FJ Cruiser (Year:2007), VIN: [XXX] ]) equipped with the TRD High-Performance Brake Kit, which is under recall campaign C0R / NHTSA 12E046. I recently experienced a serious safety issue involving the front TRD brake crossover tube. While driving, I sud…
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt failed to retract. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V098000 (Seat Belts). The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN w…
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that after it had rained, the front driver's side seat belt was wet, even though the windows were rolled up and the doors were closed securely. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or de…
-Toyota recalled the vehicles using the same/similar frame has the same rusty issues, like Tacoma. This recalled made me pay attention on this issue and I found the my FJ cruiser is no longer 100% safe while driving. -The frame of the body is very rusty after years which is not…
While towing my boat, the rear frame to which the trailer hitch is a part of, ripped down both side of the frame. Basically, the rear frame of the truck is barley holding on by rust. The hitch and frame section are dangling down. Rust has completely eaten through the entire frame…
My fj cruiser has terrible rust on the frame. It literally looks like it was stored in the ocean for 50 years. This vehicle is from 2007 and should not have this much rust.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that the driver's side seat belt failed to retract, causing the contact to have to manually put the seat belt in place. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times and progressed where the seat belt woul…
DRIVER SIDE SEATBELT DOES NOT RETRACT ON MY 2007 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER.
The fj cruiser is a common issue for rot/ rust on the frame of the vehicle, I have clean the frame often during the winter months and my frame is continuously rusting and rotting the frame of the vehicle I have decided to not drive the vehicle till the frame is either replaced or…
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that the front driver’s side seat belt retractor and locking mechanism was inoperable, failing to secure the driver as needed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not…
The gas tank strap rusted so the gas tank was hanging low. I fixed the problem myself
I own a 2007 FJ Cruiser with very low mileage (below 80,000). It has a terrible carriage rust problem. I thought I'd had it remediated, finally, after endlessly searching for someone to address it. Dry ice treatment and undercoating were applied recently. I replaced the wheels an…
I was driving down the street after filling up my fuel tank. I drove approximately 1/2 mile when I heard a sound, felt a clunk and stopped immediately. My fuel tank was hanging down on the ground. I called AAA and requested a flatbed and to bring a strap. He did not bring a stra…
Frame rust prematurely affecting integrity of the rear lower control arm mounts. Back half of frame almost completely rusted through requiring a full frame replacement.
Our 2007 FJ Cruiser when brought in for annual inspection has been deemed unsafe for use due to crack in frame due to corrosion. The vehicle has no other mechanical issues and runs as if new. We invested in 5 new tires and now find ourselves possibly having to purchase a new veh…
Rust is inherently bad on these vehicles. The other day i heard a weird noise under my truck driving down the road. As if I flung a rock up and hit a spring or something. To my dismay, I noticed the fuel tank hanging. One of the straps rusted to the point that it broke allowing t…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser.
Recalls for 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser
9 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser has 500 NHTSA owner complaints, 14 crash-related, and 9 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Structural Problems (215 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser?▾
#1: Structural Problems (215 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (77 complaints). #3: Suspension Failures (77 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser?▾
The 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser has 14 crash-related complaints and 5 fire reports out of 500 total NHTSA complaints. 9 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser have any recalls?▾
Yes — 9 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser. The largest issue: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser?▾
The 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Structural Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Fj Cruiser reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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