repaired · 2022 Q1
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
2014 Toyota FJ CruiserProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 31 owner complaints about the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser, most often about the structure. It is covered by 5 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 October 31, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser has problems
31 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
10Structure
4Steering
4Suspension
4Service brakes
3Electrical system
3Fuel system, gasoline
2Wheels
2Engine
1Seat belts
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 10 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2014 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.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Steering
Risk. If the intermediate steering shaft weld fails, there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Equipment
Risk. Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Control arm: lower ball joint
Risk. In this condition, one or both bolts could become loose during driving and fall out.
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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…
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
2014 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
2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser safety ratings
2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 3 stars (25.6% 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.
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 manufacturer made aware of the…
Excessive frame rust causing safety issue with suspension and crash danger. Yes my vehicle is available for inspection. My safety as well as other drivers safety are put at risk if the suspension fails causing my vehicle to veer into on-coming traffic. The problem is on going and can be confirmed…
FRAME IS SEVERELY RUSTING. WE TOOK TO TOYOTA DEALER TO GET A LOOSE SKID PLATE ATTACHED, AND MECHANIC TOLD US THAT THEY HAD TO REMOVE IT BECAUSE "THERE WAS NOTHING LEFT TO ATTACH TO AS THE FRAME HAS RUSTED AWAY. THE FRAME, ATTACHMENT POINTS, SUPPORTS, AXLES AND SUSPENSION PIECES ARE EXTREMELY RUSTY.…
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