Question 1

Is the Toyota FJ CRUISER reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Toyota FJ CRUISER has 249 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2013 (34 complaints), 2014 (37 complaints). Years to avoid: 2010 (91 complaints), 2012 (49 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Toyota FJ CRUISER should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2010, 2012 Toyota FJ CRUISER. The 2010 model has the most complaints (91) with the top issue being BRAKES.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Toyota FJ CRUISER?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Toyota FJ CRUISER are 2013 (34 complaints), 2014 (37 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2014	37	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. TH...	Above Average
2013	34	WHEN DRIVING IN SNOW CONDITIONS THE WINDSHIELD WIP...	Excellent Reliability
2012	49	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE...	Below Average
2011	38	VEHICLE EXHIBITED EXCESSIVE STEERING WHEEL SHAKE ...	Average
2010	91	BRAKES DIDN'T SEEM TO WORK (THE AUTO KEPT GOING WH...	Avoid This Year

Toyota FJ CRUISER — All Years

Toyota FJ CRUISER — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid