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Toyota FJ Cruiser repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (23%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (7%)

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Toyota FJ Cruiser body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (4%)

$100 - $499 (12%)

< $100 (85%)

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Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

5000 mi Not eliminated. Plan to return vehicle at next service interval. 
15000 mi

US $70
Squeak from door catch plastic holder inside door lined with felt to eliminate squeak. 

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2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

259-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

63000 mi Rock plate bolt rotted out, so vibration was noticeable. 

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

35300 mi foot rest broke and was replaced under warranty 
8000 mi

US $40
The rear door rattled. Dealer tightened hinge and solve the issue.  
63000 mi

US $40
Plastic Dead Pedal (left foot rest area) cracked wouldn't stay in place. Ordered custom metal replacement 

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2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser

Engine not specified

27000 mi One bracket was missing from the roof after someone had removed the original roof rack. So I couldn't mount my roof rack. But dealer installed it for free so its all good. 

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2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range

20000 mi Paint has been chipping from day one. Dealer admits it's a problem, but won't use 3-year bumper-to-bumper warranty, because I drive on "Montana roads".I have a friend w/exact car, same age, 4xs the miles, no chips in paint. Drives same roads I do. 

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2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

21000 mi Rear window weatherstripping was pinched on the defroster assembly above the window causing water to drip into the cabin. 
20000 mi interior leak through the roof rack 
30000 mi Window trim detached from door frame. Repaired under warranty. 

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2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

5000 mi When my windshield was replaced in March 07 because of a crack, the dealership broke a pin that held a small panel near the A-pillar. The panel was loose and would not snap down. They replaced the pin after ordering it (two weeks) and it is fixed. 
4960 mi Rattle where seatbelt connects to the door on driver side. 
71000 mi Armrest on driver's door near where elbow rests, cracked in 3 places. Will need complete replacement or inner door panel to fix. Can't afford it and not under warranty. 
11160 mi Water leak around the seal of the driver's side door. Result was seatbelt wet when it rained. 
13020 mi Water leak around drivers door. 
32860 mi

C $200
Water leak around the drivers door. Seal was redone and leak sealed. 
1000 mi LP trim was faided 
22000 mi

US $225
excessive rust on entire undercarriage. low milage. garage kept. Toyota not willing to take any responsibility. 
25000 mi Rear door stop rusty on drivers side - replaced. Driver's door panel cracked under arm rest. Replaced under warranty. 
32000 mi Steering wheel cover delaminated 
37000 mi part replaced 
115000 mi

US $500
replace broken arm rest on drivers door panel. Had to purchase entire door panel. 
176080 mi

C $200
the running boards had rusted and the step part was dangerously rusted through. I had the dealership remove the running boards on both sides. 
35000 mi Drivers seat top portion (the part my back rests against) has developed a hole. Dealer states it is a wear item, however, an interior spring within the seat seems to be poking through just above the drivers belt line closest to the door.  

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2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 4WD

12000 mi Installed new door panel to replace cracked arm rest. 

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