My gas tank straps completely rusted off leaving the gas tank hanging down below the frame and in extreme compromised unsafe position. Multiple areas of frame rust completely through not supported by either end
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser body complaints
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Bought my fj new in 2007.when I did I asked if they had rusty jones or undercoating and was told with the new alloys I didnt need it. 3 weeks ago I was having my mechanic check the brakes and he called me down to show me a break in the frame connecting to the body.thankfully he found it because I was supposed to go to boston the next day. The truck only has 139,000 miles on it and the frame is completely rusted out so its not safe to drive.I brought it to the dealer I purchased it from and 2 reps came down from nh to look at who basically told me I had a good ride with it and they would do nothing.I then called toyota cec and was told the same. I brought to a welder who specializes in this type of work and was told 5000+ in labor alone and thats without seeing under the gas tank so he said it wouldnt be worth it as he banged of the rust in other spots and there was no metal to weld to left.brake and fuel lines are swelled from the rusty metal tubing.I consider myself lucky as I often take my grandkids in the fj. So now im left with my other fj that I bought new in 2008 which is ok underneath.the issue is with all the 2007 fj frames like their tundras and tacomas. I have opened a case with toyota but there are so many there should be a recall as these are unsafe to drive.the body is ready to collapse on the frame. I was told privately that toyota chooses to ignore the issue as they no longer make the fjs but still sell tacomas and tundras. ## VIN passed ## 2007 toyota fj cruiser ##
During 2019-2020 state inspection of 2007 fj cruiser with 78000 miles by dealer was told that frame is so rusted that it probably would not pass the next inspection. Explanation given was that toyota does not make their frames as thick as other makes. This vehicle was used as a daily driver, not much off-road and no serious off-roading. I work from home, so most years less than 5000 miles driven. Also have had to replace front brake calipers for the past 3 years.
Frame is rusting to the point it is about to break.
Frame is rusting out- truck only has 142k on it. Told today it will probably fail inspection next year as it barely passed today. This is a huge safety concern and affects the structural integrity of the vehicle toyota has settled with tacoma, tundra owners but ignores issue with fj
The vehicle has been taken good care of but, the frame is prematurely rusting at connecting points to the body causing the vehicle to unsafe to drive. The vehicle looks and runs well but might be a safety risk in sudden stops of accidents causing vehicle body to dislodge from frame.
I have been dealing with rust on the frame the frame is rusting from the inside out also dealing with rust on the tank straps
Frame is rotted to the point of being very unsafe
My vehicle is prematurely getting eaten by a rapid and uncontrollably growing rust issue. This is very unsafe as the gas tank almost fell off while driving due to the straps being corroded and the frame is getting weaker to the point I can feel the body flexing in situations it does not need to be flexing.
The gas tank straps rusted through completely. The both straps had rusted out completely. The front strap was dangling down and so I used a ratchet strap to get me home. When I secured the front, the back strap broke. The problem was noted by a mechanic when I was getting a tire rotation or alignment. I had to buy replacement straps.
Frame completely rusted away from body of car. Engine and exterior body are in perfect condition due to the rusted out frame toyota claims the car is unsafe to drive and they will not touch it. See attached . The frame looks like a pastry would as it flakes away in layers until there is nothing left.
A toyota dealer inspection of the undercarriage frame of my toyota fj cruiser, reflects that the vehicle is no longer safe to drive. The vehicle has always been maintained by the dealership and is otherwise in good condition. The rust is severe in the frame pillars, joints and attached components. In the event of an accident, the vehicle would not protect passengers because the frame would quickly disintegrate. The toyota dealer stated that unless toyota issues a recall the cost to replace the frame is at least $15,000.
While driving normally and less than 10 miles per hour, thankfully on a regular, paved, local road with little traffic, the driver side rear suspension spring seat and stabilizer bar attachment point on rear axle suddenly, unexpectedly, and without warning just tore apart and off of the axle housing to which it was mounted and the resulting sharp and heavy metal edged parts completely sheared off a brake line releasing all hydraulic brake fluid and causing the immediate loss of all normal braking ability. Thankfully nobody was injured, but the car can't be driven at all now, because it has no brakes at all, other than the mechanical emergency brake, and by using transmission "braking." lots of rust under car since we bought it used from dealer in morristown nj, apparently due to low quality steel used in initial construction and apparent lack of adequate factory anti-rust treatment of frame and other undercarriage parts. Interior and painted top body parts show no rust issues. However, the underside, is full of lots of rust. This is apparently a well-known, very common problem with toyota fj models. It is very dangerous, and it should be addressed by toyota immediately! I'm making plans to have the car towed to a local toyota dealership for inspection and possible repairs. Finally, as far as I am aware, this car has never done any significant or taxing "off-roading."
Rotted rust issue all over the undercarriage.
Frame is rusting & cracked in various places. Gas tank strap rusted / corroded completely off leaving gas tank sagging in the rear. This has all happened over time.
Lots of frame and other undercarriage rust.
Rust found in the frame throughout, tank straps as well
The frame of my 2007 toyota fj cruiser is heavily rusted and rusted through in several areas.
Vehicle is showing excessive rust on the frame and under-body. I have an older vehicle that almost has no rust. Rust on the 2007 fj cruiser is mainly on the frame joints and the rear axle. Car was daily commuter for about 5 years and then became a leisure vehicle driven mainly on weekends and outings.
Took the vehicle in for oil change and check a transmission fluid leak. Dealer found large amounts of rust on frame and suspension and noted, "not recommended to drive."
2007 toyota fj cruiser, 125k miles. Mid-atlantic area of the us. Frame has excessive rust and degradation. A toyota dealership during a normal service visit and 2 independent mechanics confirm it is unsafe to drive or to especially tow trailers. Both independent mechanics also added they have seen this issue before on tundras, fj cruisers, and 4runners from the same era. Weldments in the frame are corroded and riddled with cracks. Large sections of frame members are also very corroded with thin walls/holes. Biggest concern is loss of structural integrity which could lead to a major mechanical failure/accident. Little to no rust on the body, have driven other toyota and ford trucks in same environment with no rust issues at 200k miles. Filed a complaint with toyota.
Frame is rusting badly
Excessive rust of the frame. Have found multiple holes in structural areas such as the transmission cross member welds meeting the frame. Failure of the frame coating all over. Frame rot from the inside causing holes from the inside out. Also rusting from areas such as control arms, rear end links, and differential mounts. Will provide more pictures when I have the availability to do so.
The federal safety agency needs to open an investigation into reports of frame rust and corrosion problems for the 2007 ' 2014 toyota fj cruiser. This is the same ongoing safety problem as the several past recalls on other full framed toyota vehicles. Excessive frame corrosion 'rot' starting in jointed metals within the frame structures is rusting from the outside and the inside out. In recent observations non-jointed rust metal is also suffering rust through in other parts of these frames. My personal vehicle exhibits all the signs of excessive rusting including one rust through hole at the rear cross member location underneath the rear bumper. This location is neither accessible nor visible without the bumper removed. The opposite side of the cross member exhibits large sever flaking rust present both outside and inside the frame. The main frame, location behind the front wheel, exhibits severs large flaking rust inside the frame. The outside within this area also contains a half size dollar rust area through the first frame layer that initially appeared as surface rust. In conclusion what appeared as normal surface rust can indeed be structural integrity concerns. The frame is rusting inside out at an alarming fast rate, much faster than the 60's fj40 frames I have restoration experience with. I was informed per my dealership the rust would be documented but not considered abnormal and no recall was in place.
Frame has completely disintegrated where the rear upper control arm links meet the crossmember, making the vehicle unsafe and fail the nh state inspection. The links broke free while driving on a rural road. Upon further inspection we found rust perforation on frame rails with thin and fatigued metal in the same general area.
Frame has rust throughout. Had to replace gas straps because rusted through and broke. Repair axel bearing.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota fj cruiser. The contact stated that the muffler and entire frame were corroded and deteriorated when touched. The contact called dch freehold toyota (located at 4268 us 9 s, freehold, nj 07728, (732) 810-1048) and was informed that they could not assist. The contact was advised to call the manufacturer. The contact called the manufacturer and was provided case number: 1905240531. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.
While driving, my exhaust broke from hitting a pothole. When I took to the shop for repair, we noticed so much rust on the frame. I made an appointment at my local dealership to have it inspected, we found that the frame is extremely rusted with holes in the back piece by the bumper. The local dealership opened a case. They also said for me to contact corporate toyota and open a case. The local dealership said they take this extremely serious because of the tacoma rusted frame recall. The dealership said they can not make a decision and that it must be made by corporate. The dealership supplied the pictures so corporate could see the frame rotting. I stayed in constant contact with a dealership representative the entire time. Every conversation that I had with toyota corporate ends with them saying 'sorry, there is not a recall right now'. The dealership representative became frustrated and even said she would not put her kids in the fj cruiser because its unsafe. Everyone agrees that a 2007 fj cruiser frame should not be rusting out like this. Finally, the dealership was who told me I should contact the federal safety agency and start this process. I have been reading on fj criuiser specific forums recently about others having the same issue. It seems really wide spread.
Excessive frame rust rear body mount .
The frame on my 2007 fj cruiser is so badly rusted that the brackets connecting the rear control arms to the frame deteriorated and they are no longer attached. This was noticed when the straps from the gas tank also rusted away and the gas tank dropped. The frame damage is so severe that no body shop wants to touch it for liability reasons.
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