I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL BROKE IN MY REAR AXLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHERE I WAS AND THE WARRANTY WAS DENIED. I FIXED THE VEHICLE WITH AFTER MARKET PARTS AND FILED A CLAIM WITH THE MANUFACTURE ONLY TO GET DENIED AGAIN. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHEN I GOT HOME AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD HAVE FIXED IT UNDER WARRANTY. *TR
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser powertrain problems
severe 42 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
42
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
THIS IS A COMPLAINT UPON TOYOTA AND AS THEY HAVE BEEN AWARE OF MANUFACTURED DEFECT IN THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEARS AND BEARINGS OF MOST IF NOT ALL 2007 FJ CRUISERS. ALL THAT ARE MADE IN 2006 FOR SALE IN 2007 HAVE OR WILL HAVE A DIFFERENTIAL GO OUT AS IT IS A "2000 DOLLAR TIME BOMB WAITING TO HAPPEN AS THE TOYOTA SERVICE MANAGER STATED" I ASKED THE MANAGER IF ANY ASSISTANCE HAS BEEN GIVEN TO ANY OF …
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
It's a meaningful issue. 42 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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