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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2010 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component12
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Equipment | 6 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
Safety recalls12
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 2, 201616V396000 | Seats: front assembly seat heater/coolerIf damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V396000
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| Nov 19, 201414V743000 | Seats: front assembly seat heater/coolerDamage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V743000
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| Aug 4, 201414V475000 | Equipment: other labelsIf the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V475000
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| Apr 25, 201313V163000 | Exterior lightingLight intensities above the maximum allowable limit could cause increased glare for oncoming traffic and increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V163000
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| Apr 9, 201313V123000 | Equipment: other labelsAn inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V123000
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| Mar 15, 201313V098000 | Seat belts: front anchorageIf cracks occur in the panel around the lower retractor anchor, the seat belt retractor could become detached, which could increase the risk of injury to an occupant in… DetailsHide details for campaign 13V098000
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Owner complaints by component66
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 17 | 26 |
| Structure | 13 | 20 |
| Steering | 13 | 20 |
| Wheels | 11 | 17 |
| Hydraulic | 9 | 14 |
| Suspension | 7 | 11 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 9 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 8 |
| Air bags | 4 | 6 |
| Seat belts | 4 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 5 |
| Tires | 2 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 3 |
| Electric | 2 | 3 |
| Engine | 1 | 2 |
4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Unknown or other
“The truck's frame was found to be cracked / rusted through in spots. It was discovered during another attempted repair 8/17/26.”
- Tires
“Tires were purchased April 2026. Vehicle was then driven in June 2026 for off-road use, minimal usage prior to June due to mechanical issues).”
- Fuel/propulsion system
“The rear fuel tank mounting strap rusted in half. After filling vehicle with fuel and driving 10 miles home, I noticed the skid plate hanging down that covers the fuel tank.”
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2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser recall questions
How many recalls does the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns for the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The most recent, 16V396000 (reported June 2, 2016), concerns seats. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser recalls for?
The largest group is equipment, with 6 campaigns. Others: seats (2), exterior lighting (1), seat belts (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Service brakes is the most-reported component, named in 17 complaints out of 66 filed with NHTSA (26%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Toyota dealer.
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