50 problems related to frame rust have been reported for the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser based on all problems reported for the 2007 FJ Cruiser.
Frame rust on this vehicle is overwhelming. It is corroding extensively, even having taken steps to treat it and prevent further disintegration. Having descaled the frame and many components and treating everything with a rust conversion product and sealer, much of it is still coming back through. This is even after avoiding driving under any negative weather conditions. There are many places that the rust is just eating its way back through again. There are individual parts that could be broken off by hand due to the rust. Although it seems to be fairly stable at the moment, I am unsure how long the frame and structure may stay intact before there is a major malfunction. This includes the gas tank strap that is rusting through as well.
While driving, my exhaust broke from hitting a pothole. When I took to the shop for repair, we noticed so much rust on the frame. I made an appointment at my local dealership to have it inspected, we found that the frame is extremely rusted with holes in the back piece by the bumper. The local dealership opened a case. They also said for me to contact corporate Toyota and open a case. The local dealership said they take this extremely serious because of the tacoma rusted frame recall. The dealership said they can not make a decision and that it must be made by corporate. The dealership supplied the pictures so corporate could see the frame rotting. I stayed in constant contact with a dealership representative the entire time. Every conversation that I had with Toyota corporate ends with them saying �sorry, there is not a recall right now�. The dealership representative became frustrated and even said she would not put her kids in the Fj Cruiser because its unsafe. Everyone agrees that a 2007 Fj Cruiser frame should not be rusting out like this. Finally, the dealership was who told me I should contact NHTSA and start this process. I have been reading on fj criuiser specific forums recently about others having the same issue. It seems really wide spread.
Excessive frame rust rear body mount .
Rust on frame and underbody of vehicle corrosion beyond normal for vehicle.
Took the vehicle in for oil change and check a transmission fluid leak. Dealer found large amounts of rust on frame and suspension and noted, "not recommended to drive. ".
Frame rust - frame is rusted so bad mechanic and local deal said vehicle is not road worthy. If I had not taken my vehicle to a mechanic before service and general maintenance repairs, I would have driven on a 2400 mile vacation across country without knowing the danger of a failing frame. My initial complaint is I was unaware of any frame issues with Toyota trucks, there should have been a general recall/inspection of all Toyota frame vehicles for safety inspections. Second complaint is there is no resolution at this time, mechanic said it could take months to get an answer from Toyota and even then not sure they will fix it. Now I am without a vehicle.
The national highway traffic safety administration needs to open an investigation into reports of frame rust and corrosion problems for the 2007 � 2014 Toyota Fj Cruiser. This is the same ongoing safety problem as the several past recalls on other full framed Toyota vehicles. Excessive frame corrosion �rot� starting in jointed metals within the frame structures is rusting from the outside and the inside out. In recent observations non-jointed rust metal is also suffering rust through in other parts of these frames. My personal vehicle exhibits all the signs of excessive rusting including one rust through hole at the rear cross member location underneath the rear bumper. This location is neither accessible nor visible without the bumper removed. The opposite side of the cross member exhibits large sever flaking rust present both outside and inside the frame. The main frame, location behind the front wheel, exhibits severs large flaking rust inside the frame. The outside within this area also contains a half size dollar rust area through the first frame layer that initially appeared as surface rust. In conclusion what appeared as normal surface rust can indeed be structural integrity concerns. The frame is rusting inside out at an alarming fast rate, much faster than the 60's fj40 frames I have restoration experience with. I was informed per my dealership the rust would be documented but not considered abnormal and no recall was in place.
Frame is rusting to the point it is about to break.
The rust on the frame is mind blowing. Rust holes in frame and gas tank straps, and suspension parts. This is dangers and someone can be injured or dead.
I am the original owner of the vehicle with excessive frame rust occurring within 4 years of owning the vehicle. The rust is so excessive that the Toyota deemed the car too damaged to drive because a majority of the frame was too week and, therefore unsafe to drive.
Vehicle is showing excessive rust on the frame and under-body. I have an older vehicle that almost has no rust. Rust on the 2007 Fj Cruiser is mainly on the frame joints and the rear axle. Car was daily commuter for about 5 years and then became a leisure vehicle driven mainly on weekends and outings.
Frame has rust throughout. Had to replace gas straps because rusted through and broke. Repair axel bearing.
Frame is severely rusted, has cracks & corrosion, & is unsafe to drive.
Severe rusting on the frame. Vehicle feels very loose while driving or hitting a bumb as rust progresses.
Since I purchased the vehicle brand new in 2006 it has been rusting and an alarming rate. Even my mechanic says he's never seen a new car rust that quickly. The frame is covered I rust, I tried to stop it but it didn't work.