2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser problems
The 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has 65 NHTSA owner complaints and no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
The 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has 65 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is brakes at 14 complaints, typically surfacing around 27,112 miles (~$450 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 FJ Cruiser | 593 | 1 |
| 2008 FJ Cruiser | 123 | 0 |
| 2009 FJ Cruiser | 6 | 0 |
| 2010 FJ Cruiser (this page) | 65 | 0 |
| 2011 FJ Cruiser | 23 | 1 |
| 2012 FJ Cruiser | 39 | 1 |
| 2013 FJ Cruiser | 23 | 2 |
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- brakes — 14 owner reports · tends to show around 27,112 mi · ~$450 to fix
- steering — 13 owner reports · tends to show around 30,913 mi · ~$700 to fix
- body — 9 owner reports · tends to show around 25,080 mi · ~$1,500 to fix
- wheels — 5 owner reports · tends to show around 7,109 mi · ~$400 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: body is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 25,080 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 8.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is body (~$1,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Own a 2010 Toyota fj cruiser. The frame is covered in rust. I have researched this and know this is an on going problem with these vehicles. Toyota should be doing something about this. We found even more rust recently once we had a change to get under the vehicle. No car I have…
While viewing the undercarriage of the vehicle I noticed excessive frame and structural rust and corrosion on a majority of the frame, suspension, fuel tank straps, and other metal parts of the vehicle.
Wheel stud broke off when changing to winter tires. A torque wrench was used to prevent overtorqueing. The car has 3247 miles. No one had touched the wheels until today. According to my research, this is a common problem seen with 2010 Toyota fj cruiser and 2010 Toyota 4runner…
Driving a new 2010 Toyota fj cruiser with approximately 600 miles on the odometer. Moderate rain. When turning off a paved roadway onto a flat, wet, and muddy surface I had the experience of total momentary brake failure. This occurred as my left front tire left the road…
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Common questions
Is the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
On the NHTSA data, the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Inspect the brakes first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 14 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 27,112 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 65 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is brakes. Typical failure occurs around 27,112 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 14 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 27,112 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 27,112 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Toyota FJ Cruiser has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 65 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.