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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JTEBU11F970098621 · Checked Aug 29, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 39

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JTEBU11F970•••••• 2007 Toyota FJ CRUISER

This build draws 1.9× more complaints than the average 2007 Toyota FJ CRUISER build (39 vs 20).

39on this build
501on the model
25builds in total
1involved a crash
1injuries
Most reported Structure 19 Service Brakes 5 Power Train 4 Suspension 4

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Service Brakes crash Feb 2010
I was involved in an accident yesterday, thursday, 18feb10, at around 3:40 p.m. On the intersection of westheimer and beltway 8. I drive a 2007 toyota fj cruiser. There are 2 lights before I have to turn left on the beltway to head towards I-10. I stopped at the first light on…
Seat Belts Feb 2024
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that the driver's side seat belt failed to retract, causing the contact to have to manually put the seat belt in place. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times and progressed where the seat belt…
Suspension Apr 2023
Our 2007 FJ Cruiser when brought in for annual inspection has been deemed unsafe for use due to crack in frame due to corrosion. The vehicle has no other mechanical issues and runs as if new. We invested in 5 new tires and now find ourselves possibly having to purchase a new…
Unknown Or Other Apr 2022
Excessive frame rust eventually leading to catastrophic failure
Structure Apr 2022
Major frame issues due to poor quality steel
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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 JTEBU11F970098621 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.