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JTEBU11F68K••••••2008 Toyota FJ CRUISER
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2008 Toyota FJ CRUISER build (8 vs 4).
8on this build
104on the model
26builds in total
Most reportedSeat Belts 3Service Brakes 2Suspension 1Electric 1
What owners of this build wrote
Seat BeltsOct 2018
Seat belts no longer working,ends do not click together to secure safety
StructureDec 2012
The foot rest broke free of its attachments and shifted to the right under the brake pedal
Service BrakesMar 2012
While coming to a stop, if my 2008 toyota fj cruiser hits a bump the ABS brake system activates kicking back on the brake pedal. Then, the brakes grab as if they are going to lock up and skid. The only way to stop the brake system from continuing to do this is to release the…
WheelsSep 2011
The contact owns a 2008 toyota fj cruiser. The contact started the ignition and the tire pressure monitoring system warning indicator illuminated intermittently. In addition, the failure would unexpectedly occur when driving. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who…
SuspensionAug 2008
No crashes. Failure every time I drive the vehicle. Front end vibrations are a sign of front end design problems that could be early signs of front end fatigue and not simply tire/wheel balance issues
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JTEBU11F68K026491 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.