repaired · 2016 Q1
Other: labels
Risk. If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a…
2013 Toyota FJ CruiserProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 24 owner complaints about the 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, most often about the structure. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-475 the manufacturer reports only 33% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has problems
24 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
11Structure
7Suspension
3Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
3Service brakes
3Steering
2Electrical system
2Power train
2Visibility/wiper
1Wheels
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 11 | 0 |
| Suspension | 7 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Exterior lighting
Risk. Light intensities above the maximum allowable limit could cause increased glare for oncoming traffic and increase the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Other: labels
Risk. An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires.
no report yet
Front: anchorage
Risk. If cracks occur in the panel around the lower retractor anchor, the seat belt retractor could become detached, which could increase the risk of injury to an…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other FJ Cruiser year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the FJ Cruiser median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser safety ratings
2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 3 stars (26.7% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What FJ Cruiser owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
1. The frame is defective. It's been rusting no matter how its cleaned or treated. It currently has at least 4 holes. This rust has spread to many suspension components as well as the underside of the floor. The vehicle eas NOT properly treated when built. I purchased this new in 2013. It currently…
Please consider opening or expanding an investigation into frame, underbody, brake-line, and suspension-mount corrosion affecting Toyota FJ Cruisers. I own a 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4WD. A professional inspection found multiple fluid leaks, heavy rust, rusted exhaust, leaking rear shocks, and brake…
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. Upon having the vehicle inspected by a State Inspector, the contact was informed that there was significant corrosion on the undercarriage of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer and was informed that the corrosion failure was a result of…
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.