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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-TOYOTA-FJ-CRUISER NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2014 · Toyota

Toyota FJ Cruiser problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 30 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2014 FJ Cruiser?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

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Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints

body
9 reports · fails ~89,000 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
steering
4 reports · fails ~52,750 mi · avg $700
moderate
brakes
3 reports · fails ~16,100 mi · avg $450
moderate
electrical
3 reports · fails ~9,919 mi · avg $850
moderate
fuel system
3 reports · fails ~68,000 mi · avg $1,200
moderate
suspension
3 reports · fails ~35,000 mi · avg $900
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 FJ Cruiser · suspension
Frame is rusting really bad. Toyota already replace the trd coil springs on each side due to rust
12/12/2019 · at 35,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11288776.0 · see suspension pattern →
2014 FJ Cruiser · seatbelts
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Toyota fj cruiser. The contact stated that the front occupant classification system failed. When a passenger was seated in the front passenger seat, the front passenger air bag was off and the front passenger seat belt warning indicator illuminated…
12/03/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11155684.0
2014 FJ Cruiser · steering
Intermediate Steering Shaft Weld Failure: Recall concern. My car was built 7/25/2014. Recalls were initiated for FJ’s within the following date ranges 8/7/2013 - 8/20/2013 for this issue. My FJ has the same issue confirmed by three Toyota Dealership Service Departments.…
2014 FJ Cruiser · body
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that while cleaning underneath the vehicle, the contact discovered that the subframe was severely corroded. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…
11/20/2025 · at 120,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11700517.0 · see body pattern →
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 15V081000 February 10, 2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured August 7, 2013, to August 20, 2013

If the intermediate steering shaft weld fails, there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
severe NHTSA 14V539000 September 8, 2014

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles equipped with an optional "Trail Teams Ultimate Edition" package, in which the front shock absorbers and springs were replaced at vehicle processing centers

In this condition, one or both bolts could become loose during driving and fall out. If both bolts fall out from the front lower ball joint or the front suspension lower arm, these components could detach from the steering knuckle or the front cross members, causing a loss of steering control, which could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners of vehicles with the optional package installed, and dealers will inspect the torque of the bolts. If the bolts are found to be loose, dealers will retighten them to the proper torque. For any missing bolts, dealers will install new ones. The recall began on November 7, 2014. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 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 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?

On the NHTSA data, the 2014 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; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 9 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 89,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 89,000 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 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 30 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, 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.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Toyota/FJ Cruiser. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Toyota. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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