Frame Rust problems of the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser - part 1

Severe frame rust! I poked my finger through the passenger side frame this morning. Most all screws, mounting brackets etc are all rusted. Other components like the rear diff, oil pan etc are all covered in rust.

Frame has severe structural rot at the lower control arm mount and left and right upper control arm mounts at the frame. And additional frame rust is the rear axle housing has rusted to the point of weeping oil. This is what I was told when I had it looked at. This fj is no longer able to be driven at this point. It was not in an accident, the frame is just rusting at an alarming rate compared to other Toyotas I have owned.

The frame has rusted at all major welds and along the frame components. Very little metal is left to hold the rear suspension to the frame mounts of the car. A Toyota bumper hitch failed while driving with a trailer attached because therear crossmember rusted through. The rear gas tank straps also rusted through and have been replaced. Gas tank was hanging by one strap.

Toyota's have been having rust issues with frames. A government mandated fix for tundras and tacomas have been approved, but not for Fj Cruisers, even though it's a similar model. I need to have my frame rust issues fixed in order to pass inspection.

Factory receiver on frame dropped coming to a stop while towing a trailer due to frame rust/corrosion.

Frame seems to be rusting quick. Air conditioning water drain and run off hits frame and rusts in that spot.

I am the third owner of a 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser, this vehicle has major rust overtaking the frame and all suspension parts and mounts, even the inside of the frame is rusting out. This seems to be a regular issue. I am very concerned I am going to have suspension parts break off while I'm driving, I have already had to replace the fuel tank straps that rusted in half while driving doen the highway.

Severe rust on the frame and undercarriage has rendered the vehicle completely undriveable.

The frame is extremely rusty on all of the Fj Cruisers, just like the tacoma and sequoia. There is no paint or undercoating applied on the inside of these frames so they rust from the inside out.

Purchased a 2007 Fj Cruiser used and discovered the frame is rusting and deteriorating at an alarming pace. The damage is extensive and has obviously been ongoing for quite sometime.

Frame is rusted underneath. Car looks and drives perfectly. I crawled under and the entire frame is rusted. I purchased from a dealer two weeks ago. It had 2 owners and less than 100000 miles.

The entire frame is badly rusted to the point of being unsafe. The car has been regularly washed and well maintained. All other components are in great working order, but the car now need extensive frame repairs to remain road worthy. In addition, the straps holding the fuel tank in place rusted through and nearly caused the tank to fall out of the car.

Canadian vehicle, frame is rusted with many brackets and mounts beginning to fail including fuel line guides, gas tank straps, skid plates and mounts, sub frames becoming flimsy was driving down a bumpy road and the rear gas tank strap broke dropping the tank to the ground disconnecting the fuel pump and leaving the vehicle inoperable.

Frame and parts badly rusted. Pieces falling off. Brake lines now rusting. Frame badly rusted as well. Internal fuel tank issues with corrosion.

Excessive amount of rust for mileage of car 156k as of writing frame is flaking/scaling even after application of por-15 to try and salvage the frame to make it last a while longer. Replacement of tank straps at 120k due to failure from rust. Car will become unsafe to drive in a short period this seems to be a very common issue with this frame/year area as Toyota already has replaced the tacoma frames that were rusting/rotting the same way.

Frame has a lot of rust. The straps to hold the gas tank broke due to rusting. Rear bumper frame has also rusted.

On Dec 30, 2019 I took my 2007 Fj Cruiser in for regular maintenance and shortly after I dropped it off, I was contacted by the dealership and asked to come back. They wanted to show me the bottom of the vehicle because they said it was no longer safe to drive. I went back to the dealership and the mechanic showed me that the frame of my fj was completely rusted through with multiple holes in right side of the frame - some holes measuring over 5 inches in length. It crumbled when touched. I was told that the rest of the vehicle was in perfect condition but it was no longer safe to drive because of the condition of the frame. I have found out since, that this is a known issue with the 2007 Fj Cruiser models but Toyota has yet to recall the frames. I've also found out that they have recalled other models due to prematurely rusted out frames, but the fj's have not been included in those recalls. I was stuck in toronto unable to drive back to NY, so my family incurred massive unexpected costs to get home, and work & school were missed because of this situation. I've been told it will cost me approx $15 - 20k to get my truck repaired, but I believe that cost is Toyota's responsibility. In the meantime it's unsafe to drive so I'm without a vehicle making my life and the life of my family more difficult seeing as it's our only vehicle. . . And it's stuck across the border in toronto, canada. I hope Toyota recalls the 2007 Fj Cruiser model frames ASAP - I've learned that there are many other fj owners across north America who are dealing with this issue and are very unhappy with how Toyota is dealing with it (or I should say seemingly not dealing with it). I don't feel my otherwise perfect vehicle should become an oversized paper weight when Toyota has dealt with similar issues in other models - the solution is pretty clear.

The frame of my 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser is rusting uncontrollably. It was "descaled" and sprayed with protecting fluid. The descaling revealed significant frame rust. My passenger rear shock mount has rusted completely and the shock has become free from the frame. I have yet to get an accurate estimate of the damage but will soon.

Bought my fj new in 2007. When I did I asked if they had rusty jones or undercoating and was told with the new alloys I didnt need it. 3 weeks ago I was having my mechanic check the brakes and he called me down to show me a break in the frame connecting to the body. Thankfully he found it because I was supposed to go to boston the next day. The truck only has 139,000 miles on it and the frame is completely rusted out so its not safe to drive. I brought it to the dealer I purchased it from and 2 reps came down from nh to look at who basically told me I had a good ride with it and they would do nothing. I then called Toyota cec and was told the same. I brought to a welder who specializes in this type of work and was told 5000+ in labor alone and thats without seeing under the gas tank so he said it wouldnt be worth it as he banged of the rust in other spots and there was no metal to weld to left. Brake and fuel lines are swelled from the rusty metal tubing. I consider myself lucky as I often take my grandkids in the fj. So now im left with my other fj that I bought new in 2008 which is ok underneath. The issue is with all the 2007 fj frames like their tundras and tacomas. I have opened a case with Toyota but there are so many there should be a recall as these are unsafe to drive. The body is ready to collapse on the frame. I was told privately that Toyota chooses to ignore the issue as they no longer make the fjs but still sell tacomas and tundras. ## VIN passed ## 2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser ##.

My gas tank straps completely rusted off leaving the gas tank hanging down below the frame and in extreme compromised unsafe position. Multiple areas of frame rust completely through not supported by either end.

Frame is rusting out- truck only has 142k on it. Told today it will probably fail inspection next year as it barely passed today. This is a huge safety concern and affects the structural integrity of the vehicle Toyota has settled with tacoma, tundra owners but ignores issue with fj.

My frame has rusted tremendously to what I feel is a dangerous degree. There are holes through some frame rails and also some near the suspension mounting points. My fuel tank straps rusted to the point one rusted through and broke, the fuel tank was then hanging down close to the ground. Not many miles have been driven per year on this vehicle.

I came back from a trip from florida driving and a wheel bearing went bad and I took it to a mechanic when I got back and he showed me more frame rust that connects to the lower control arm.

While driving normally and less than 10 miles per hour, thankfully on a regular, paved, local road with little traffic, the driver side rear suspension spring seat and stabilizer bar attachment point on rear axle suddenly, unexpectedly, and without warning just tore apart and off of the axle housing to which it was mounted and the resulting sharp and heavy metal edged parts completely sheared off a brake line releasing all hydraulic brake fluid and causing the immediate loss of all normal braking ability. Thankfully nobody was injured, but the car can't be driven at all now, because it has no brakes at all, other than the mechanical emergency brake, and by using transmission "braking. " lots of rust under car since we bought it used from dealer in morristown NJ, apparently due to low quality steel used in initial construction and apparent lack of adequate factory anti-rust treatment of frame and other undercarriage parts. Interior and painted top body parts show no rust issues. However, the underside, is full of lots of rust. This is apparently a well-known, very common problem with Toyota fj models. It is very dangerous, and it should be addressed by Toyota immediately! I'm making plans to have the car towed to a local Toyota dealership for inspection and possible repairs. Finally, as far as I am aware, this car has never done any significant or taxing "off-roading. ".

Frame completely rusted away from body of car. Engine and exterior body are in perfect condition due to the rusted out frame Toyota claims the car is unsafe to drive and they will not touch it. See attached . The frame looks like a pastry would as it flakes away in layers until there is nothing left.

During 2019-2020 state inspection of 2007 Fj Cruiser with 78000 miles by dealer was told that frame is so rusted that it probably would not pass the next inspection. Explanation given was that Toyota does not make their frames as thick as other makes. This vehicle was used as a daily driver, not much off-road and no serious off-roading. I work from home, so most years less than 5000 miles driven. Also have had to replace front brake calipers for the past 3 years.

Rust has decimated the frame of this vehicle resulting in the control arm mount to break away from the frame of the vehicle. The control arm is completely in tact. The part that broke is irreparable because it is the frame itself. No welding/body shop will touch it because they deem it unsafe even if welded back to rest of frame. It is being recommended not to attempt a repair and to install a new frame. Fortunately, this broke in a parking lot instead of on the highway where an accident would have happened or worse. Frame rust has been a problem with Toyota trucks as I understand but to have a frame actually break is absurd.

Rust found in the frame throughout, tank straps as well.

2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser, 125k miles. Mid-atlantic area of the us. Frame has excessive rust and degradation. A Toyota dealership during a normal service visit and 2 independent mechanics confirm it is unsafe to drive or to especially tow trailers. Both independent mechanics also added they have seen this issue before on tundras, Fj Cruisers, and 4runners from the same era. Weldments in the frame are corroded and riddled with cracks. Large sections of frame members are also very corroded with thin walls/holes. Biggest concern is loss of structural integrity which could lead to a major mechanical failure/accident. Little to no rust on the body, have driven other Toyota and Ford trucks in same environment with no rust issues at 200k miles. Filed a complaint with Toyota.

Frame is rusting & cracked in various places. Gas tank strap rusted / corroded completely off leaving gas tank sagging in the rear. This has all happened over time.

Frame is rusting badly.

My Fj Cruiser frame is rotting from the inside out, the gas tank mounting strap has broken and due to frame rust, the mounting point has failed and broken off the frame. The rear body mounts are deteriorating as is the rear frame cross members. Due to the frame ruat and gas strap mounting point failing, the dealer cannot repair. This is a safety issue as the gas tank cannot be correctly mounted. Of the 2nd gas tank strap fails, the gas tank may fall out. I have seen several bodyshops that are surprised at the age of the vehicle and the amount of frame rot present.

Excessive rust of the frame. Have found multiple holes in structural areas such as the transmission cross member welds meeting the frame. Failure of the frame coating all over. Frame rot from the inside causing holes from the inside out. Also rusting from areas such as control arms, rear end links, and differential mounts. Will provide more pictures when I have the availability to do so.

I have been dealing with rust on the frame the frame is rusting from the inside out also dealing with rust on the tank straps.

I am reporting the issue of frame rust and corrosion of the fuel tank straps. The amount of corrosion and frame flaking is alarming and poses a huge safety issue for my family, other drivers and myself. Since purchasing the vehicle I have done everything I can to maintain and fix this issue including complaining to Toyota themselves with little to no success. The amount of rust compared to my other vehicle is completely out of proportion. Body mounts are flaking and crumbling and the frame is corroded and falling apart from the inside out.