Table 1 shows one common equipment related problems of the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Equipment problems |
The truck's frame was found to be cracked / rusted through in spots. It was discovered during another attempted repair 8/17/26. Because of the split / crack in the frame, the vehicle is now not drivable as it is deemed not road worthy. This problem is known to Toyota as well as the NHTSA. The tacomas of the same years, on which this vehicle is built (same frame, same faulty rust-proofing operation from the manufacturer), was identified and Toyota was required to address it. Why this vehicle was not included in the fix is a complete mystery as this problem is well-known and well-documented, far and wide (see youtube, Fj Cruiser forums, etc. , etc. ). Nhtsa and Toyota have really let Fj Cruiser owners down on this one.
No proper rust protection causing corrosion and irreparable transmission damage.
Single Toyota 2010 Fj Cruiser owner. Over the last 10/11 have been really diligent taking care of my truck, unfortunately due to what seems very poor quality steel or treatment of the frame and some parts when was build by Toyota, it has cause severe rust/rotten issue leading not only to significant safety concerns (broken gas tank straps and fuel lines) but also a significant amount of money spend treating the frame and part to prevent further corrosion that could\will eventually lead to complete failure.
While viewing the undercarriage of the vehicle I noticed excessive frame and structural rust and corrosion on a majority of the frame, suspension, fuel tank straps, and other metal parts of the vehicle.
Review mirror failing to automatically dim under any lighting, including sun, directly entering through the rear window of the vehicle. This has always been like this, it is just with these new high-intensity lights on the new, 2016-2019, that it has become more of a hazard at night. This occurs on all roadways.
Upon opening the car door on the morning of 4/7/14, I discovered that sometime between the early morning hours of April 5 and the morning of April 7 the interior caught fire. It had burned itself out by the time I discovered it. Damage to the 2 front seats, the center console and all 4 window visors. Interior of vehicle is covered with black residue. The fire appears to have originated in or near the console between the 2 front seats. There is no electrical inputs in this area (I. E. Mp3 slot, etc). There were no combustible materials present that to my knowledge could have ignited. Cause of fire unknown. No previous issues with the car.