{"id":44565,"date":"2022-10-09T18:59:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-10T01:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=44565"},"modified":"2023-08-15T18:12:20","modified_gmt":"2023-08-16T01:12:20","slug":"toyota-fj-cruiser-reliability-and-common-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/toyota-fj-cruiser-reliability-and-common-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"Toyota FJ Cruiser Reliability and Common Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_93fce5-bf{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_93fce5-bf > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_93fce5-bf qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-c7575b  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-bea95e\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_ba3fc8-90\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Toyota FJ Cruiser retains 91.5% of its value after three years.<\/li><li>The Toyota FJ Cruiser is slightly less reliable than the average for SUVs, with a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5.0 on RepairPal.<\/li><li>Depending on the model year, the Toyota FJ Cruiser commonly develops drivetrain problems like vibration and loud road noise.<\/li><li>Other common issues for the Toyota FJ Cruiser include a shaky steering wheel, loose foot rest pedal, bad driveshaft, and shuddering engine.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Great fuel economy and an unassailable resale value are just some of the reasons why the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/toyota\/fj-cruiser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Toyota FJ Cruiser\">Toyota FJ Cruiser<\/a> remains a popular pick among midsize SUVs. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/pictures\/ehmk45eflmi\/1-toyota-fj-cruiser\/?sh=30f198a848c4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Forbes.com\">Forbes.com<\/a>, the truck-based SUV can retain its original value by 91.5% after three years. But like other vehicles, it may develop issues due to faulty or worn-out parts as it racks up mileage. Let&rsquo;s take a look at some of the most common problems found across its model years to know what repairs this Toyota may need over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are FJ Cruisers Reliable?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/repairpal.com\/reliability\/toyota\/fj-cruiser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"RepairPal\">RepairPal<\/a> gives the FJ Cruiser a 3.5 out of 5 reliability rating, ranking it 12th out of 26 midsize SUVs. The annual repair and maintenance cost for the model is usually around $506. This is lower compared to the average $573 for midsize SUVs. Owners of this model typically bring in their SUVs for unscheduled repairs 0.5 times a year with a 14% probability of needing a major fix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Cruisin' for a bruisin'. &#128074; <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/TBT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#TBT\">#TBT<\/a> 2007 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/FjCruiser?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#FjCruiser\">#FjCruiser<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/LetsGoPlaces?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#LetsGoPlaces\">#LetsGoPlaces<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/n1WqO5jjAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"pic.twitter.com\/n1WqO5jjAL\">pic.twitter.com\/n1WqO5jjAL<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Toyota USA (@Toyota) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Toyota\/status\/1309181326977896448?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"September 24, 2020\">September 24, 2020<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Toyota FJ Cruiser Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Toyota FJ Cruiser may be one of the most reliable midsize SUVs out there, but that doesn&rsquo;t mean it won&rsquo;t develop problems as it racks up mileage. Here are some of the model&rsquo;s most common issues across different model years according to its users:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drivetrain Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vibration in the drivetrain has been a common issue found in some units of the 2014 FJ Cruiser redesign. Some owners have also reported that their SUVs produced too much road noise despite having less than 10,000 miles on their odometer. Others tried to balance their tires twice, which significantly improved their FJ Cruiser&rsquo;s ride quality. Unfortunately, that did not resolve the vibration in the drivetrain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-%E2%80%93-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-on-road-Toyota-Newsroom-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"2011 &ndash; 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser on road Toyota Newsroom\" class=\"wp-image-44569\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-&ndash;-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-on-road-Toyota-Newsroom-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-&ndash;-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-on-road-Toyota-Newsroom-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-&ndash;-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-on-road-Toyota-Newsroom-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-&ndash;-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-on-road-Toyota-Newsroom-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-&ndash;-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-on-road-Toyota-Newsroom-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-&ndash;-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-on-road-Toyota-Newsroom-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-&ndash;-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-on-road-Toyota-Newsroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Several factors can cause your Toyota&rsquo;s drivetrain to vibrate excessively. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pressroom.toyota.com\/album\/2011-2014-toyota-fj-cruiser-first-1st-generation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Toyota USA Newsroom\">Toyota USA Newsroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Several factors can cause your Toyota&rsquo;s drivetrain to vibrate excessively. Some of these include worn U-joints, slipped splines, out-of-phase yokes, and misaligned angles. If you&rsquo;re dealing with the same issue, have your vehicle checked by a licensed mechanic as soon as possible to get a proper diagnosis and avoid damaging other driveline components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shaky Steering Wheel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some owners of the 2013 FJ Cruiser have reported that they felt their steering wheel shimmy back and forth. The movement got more pronounced when they drove on a curve. There were also cases where the steering wheel shimmied by as much as two inches when they drove within the 60-70 mph range. Many drivers tried balancing their tires to resolve the issue, but the problem persisted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Misaligned or unbalanced tires, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/warped-rotor-symptoms-plus-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"warped brake rotors\">warped brake rotors<\/a>, bad <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/wheel-bearing\/toyota\/fj-cruiser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"wheel bearings\">wheel bearings<\/a>, and worn-out brake pads are the common causes of a shaky steering wheel. In some cases, cuts or frays in the vehicle&rsquo;s suspension system may also cause the steering wheel to shake excessively when driving at low speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Loose Foot Rest Pedal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some 2007-2012 FJ Cruisers have been reported to have a loose left foot rest pedal. Many drivers have complained about their pedal&rsquo;s clips breaking off and getting lodged under the brake pedal. This can become a safety hazard if left unaddressed. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/foot-rest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Foot rest\">Foot rest<\/a> replacements typically cost anywhere between $30 and $40.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faulty Driveshaft<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A broken driveshaft has been a common issue found in some 2010 FJ Cruisers. Owners of the affected models have reported that they heard a thumping noise under harsh braking conditions. Upon closer inspection, they found a broken driveshaft that damaged other parts like the ball joint and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-engine-rocker-arm-symptoms-plus-replacement-recommendations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rocker arm\">rocker arm<\/a>. Some owners believed that the faulty driveshaft was a manufacturer&rsquo;s defect, but Toyota did not reimburse any of the repair costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2009-%E2%80%93-2010-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"2009 &ndash; 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser Toyota Newsroom\" class=\"wp-image-44570\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2009-&ndash;-2010-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2009-&ndash;-2010-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2009-&ndash;-2010-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2009-&ndash;-2010-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2009-&ndash;-2010-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2009-&ndash;-2010-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2009-&ndash;-2010-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Some owners of the 2010 FJ Cruiser have reported an issue about a broken driveshaft. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pressroom.toyota.com\/album\/2009-2010-toyota-fj-cruiser-first-1st-generation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Toyota USA Newsroom\">Toyota USA Newsroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Common issues that can cause a driveshaft to break include broken U-joints, worn-out splines, improper lubrication, and driveshaft tubing damage. Once it breaks, you risk losing power to the drive wheels, preventing you from making any movement with your vehicle. A damaged or broken driveshaft could also make it hard for you to control your Toyota, so make sure to address your vehicle&rsquo;s driveshaft problems before using it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shuddering Engine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2007 FJ Cruiser has had widely reported cases of a shuddering engine. Drivers of the affected models have complained that the shudder would occur when driving under 20-40 mph. A rattling noise could also be heard from under the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the owners who were able to resolve the issue said that an imbalance in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/transfer-case-housing-extension\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transfer case housing\">transfer case housing<\/a> that activates at particular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-car-rpm-stand-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"RPMs\">RPMs<\/a> caused the problem. Unfortunately, replacing the damaged part can be difficult, as Toyota discontinued the model in 2014. Some drivers found replacement parts online from old FJ Cruisers that have been taken apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Toyota FJ transmission shudder \/ vibration easy FIX\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5MEOjuFnoPw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that a shuddering engine could also be caused by worn-out spark plugs, loose or disconnected hoses, broken motor mounts, fuel system issues, or a faulty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/timing-belt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"timing belt\">timing belt<\/a>. If your FJ Cruiser is showing the telltale signs of engine vibration, consult a licensed mechanic right away to know what&rsquo;s causing the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Illuminated Check Engine Light<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An illuminated check engine light, which can indicate a myriad of issues, has been a common 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser problem. Many owners of this model year have reported that they had to bring in their SUVs for routine service with less than 80,000 on their odometer because the engine oil had turned black.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some had to pay almost $7,000 for engine replacement, while others were told that several sensors were damaged, which cost about $400 to replace. There have also been reports of a misfiring engine. In some cases, the problem persisted even after replacing the spark plugs and fuel pump and cleaning the air filter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being aware of the most common issues associated with your FJ Cruiser is crucial in prolonging its service life. By doing so, you&rsquo;ll be able to prevent minor issues from escalating since you already have an idea of what&rsquo;s causing problems for your SUV. You must also stay on top of your vehicle&rsquo;s maintenance to ensure it&rsquo;s performing the way it should.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Great fuel economy and an unassailable resale value are just some of the reasons why the Toyota FJ Cruiser remains&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/toyota-fj-cruiser-reliability-and-common-problems\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":44571,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3898,2905],"tags":[1468],"ppma_author":[2607,3269],"class_list":{"0":"post-44565","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-toyota","8":"category-vehicle-reliability","9":"tag-toyota-fj-cruiser-2","10":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Toyota FJ Cruiser Reliability and Common Problems - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn the Toyota FJ Cruiser\u2019s most common issues for different model years to know what repairs it may need in the future.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/toyota-fj-cruiser-reliability-and-common-problems\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Toyota FJ Cruiser Reliability and Common Problems - In The Garage with CarParts.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Learn the Toyota FJ Cruiser\u2019s most common issues for different model years to know what repairs it may need in the future.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/toyota-fj-cruiser-reliability-and-common-problems\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"In The Garage with CarParts.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2022-10-10T01:59:00+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2023-08-16T01:12:20+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-\u2013-2014-Toyota-FJ-Cruiser-Toyota-Newsroom.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"2000\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1333\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"6 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.carparts.com\\\/blog\\\/toyota-fj-cruiser-reliability-and-common-problems\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.carparts.com\\\/blog\\\/toyota-fj-cruiser-reliability-and-common-problems\\\/\"},\"author\":[{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"$id\":\"4\",\"name\":\"CarParts.com Research Team\",\"jobTitle\":\"Expert Automotive Writer\",\"description\":\"The CarParts.com Research Team is composed of experienced automotive and tech writers working with (ASE)-certified automobile technicians and automotive journalists to bring up-to-date, helpful information to car owners in the US. 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