2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed May 26, 2021 · Body · 204,000 miles · ME

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that the rear sub-frame was extremely corroded. The contact also stated the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the sub-frame to be replaced. The mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure with the ABS warning light illumination. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 204,000.

Filed Jul 28, 2020 · Suspension · 130,000 miles · MA

While driving around 45 MPH the fj became loose and low in the rear. At the same time all the ABS and traction control light came on. While looking for the problem we found that the lateral traction bar mounts welded to the axle had rotted and collapsed severing the ABS wire. The upper part of the axle was no longer connected to the vehicle. Toyota does not offer a replacement part other than a complete axle.

Filed Feb 24, 2016 · Transmission · 110,000 miles · CO

I took my fj to have the transmission fluid drained and refilled. They decided to do a complete review although I see no tool makes they told me I need to replace my rear differential, and told me as if they just knew it was an issue. The cost was $2360. I went home and did some very brief research and found that this is a known issue for 2009 and later fj cruisers. In 2010 they changed the rear axle. A huge number of owners on the fj cruise forums have pointed out the issue. The cost at the dealer would be to replace it with the same parts that have not been updates and would fail again. Toyota clearly knows the issue and more than likely knew when producing the original fjs. My fj has never been off road and only used for normal commuting. I don't speed or drive poorly, and my driving record is completely clean. I found a good explanation on an axle web site. The 2009 & older fj cruisers, 4runners, and prado 120 utilize the 8' which dates back to 1979, and was originally used in 3000 lb mini trucks with 80 horsepower and 27' tires. Late model modified toyotas such as fj cruiser run at double the weight, triple the horsepower, and much larger tires to top it off. For this reason there have been lots of failures, enough so that toyota upgraded the rear to the 8.2' on the 2010 & newer models. It may seem like a small upgrade but there are significant improvements such as beefier casting, larger bearings, larger pinion diameter, larger ring gear diameter, more tooth contact, and a beefier 12 bolt diff case. This makes for an easy swap for your vehicle and will utilize your existing axle shafts, brakes, ABS system etc. This is a big safety issue as this could fail at highway speeds.

Filed Sep 12, 2013 · Electrical, Transmission · 166,405 miles · NC

When trying to put my car in reverse I could not move the gear shift lever. It was frozen. The ABS, all the trac annunciator lights stayed on. I had to bypass the gear shift to be able to move the car. I went on line to look up possible causes and was told to contact some of the auto parts companies like auto zone etc. And have them hook up their computer tester to troubleshoot this problem. I haven't had a chance to take it by yet.

Filed Jan 23, 2013 · Brakes, Electrical · 75,000 miles · LA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota fj cruiser. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the instrument panel lighting and gauges began to fluctuate erratically as the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the ABS system would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. In addition, the instrument panel lighting would not illuminate and gauges would not provide a reading. The contact was able to restart the vehicle but the brakes would not respond. After shutting the engine off the vehicle could not be restarted. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the battery was melted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the battery, wiring harness, alternator and the fuse box would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed Jan 3, 2012 · Brakes · 70,000 miles · OH

While slowing for a red light, I slid on a small patch of ice. The brake pedal went to the floor and the ABS system released my brakes. I lifted my foot off the brake pedal and the ABS disengaged. I reapplied the brakes and stopped the vehicle.

Filed Jun 24, 2011 · Acceleration, Brakes · 55,559 miles · OH

Noticed a vibration in the brake pedal. It stopped after a while. Two weeks later, vehicle shuddered while braking to a stop at a very low speed. All the dash emergency lights for brakes, ABS, vsc, lit up and braking ability ceased. Used emergency hand brake to stop. Parked vehicle and had towed to toyota dealer per instructions in owners manual. Computer analysis indicated failed master cylinder. 2007 fj cruiser w/55,000 miles. $2258 cost of new master cylinder assembly + $495 labor + $101 towing + $10 misc + $218 tax = $3082.19 total cost for part replacement. Have old part in possession.

Filed Aug 10, 2010 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 5,000 miles · NY

2007 toyota fj cruiser. I have this SUV since sep., 2007. The only problem I have with this SUV is the ABS brake system, which doesn't work right. When coming to a stop, if there is a metal manhole cover or a pot hole when I apply brake, the ABS activates and stays active (no brake at all) long after I have crossed the hole causing the SUV to roll much further than I would have without ABS. I lost brake completely during this process, and I almost hit the car in front of me on that day. I had to release and re-apply brake to get the brake work again. But this isn't the way how ABS works. There are many other fj owners having the same problem.

Filed May 26, 2010 · Brakes, Steering · 10,000 miles · PA

I currently own a 2007 toyota fj cruiser and have experienced problems with the ABS braking system. As of yet it has not caused an accident in my vehicle, but sooner or later someone will be killed if this problem is not corrected. When coming to a stop and applying the brakes if you should happen to hit a rut in the road you seem to loose your ABS and the vehicle begins to act very erratic until you come to a complete stop, almost to the point of losing control of the steering. This has happened to my vehicle at least a dozen or more times in the 2 1/2 years I've owned it.

Filed May 18, 2010 · Brakes · 44,000 miles · IL

The ABS on our 2007 toyota fj cruiser gives you the feeling of not working when it starts to engage . The car feels like it is speeding up instead of stopping. This happens when you try to stop when going over a rough surface.

Filed Mar 29, 2010 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 65,147 miles · TX

Abs system failure in 2007 toyota fj cruiser. The ABS, vsc, and vsc trac and skidding light came on on or about march 22, 2010. Toyota dealer had trouble finding "problem" albeit they said the vehicle had no brakes or almost no brakes. They replaced the master cylinder assembly and in an unrelated issue replace ildler pulleys. Picked up vehicle that was alleged repaired and driven by technicians to verify it was repaired and brakes worked. Within about 20 miles of driving, brakes became very soft and car was hard to stop in a reasonable distance without veering. Called dealership from vehicle on march 27, 2010 and was told to bring it in monday, but it was safe to drive unitl monday. I was told jamming on the brakes may cause the vehicle to skid uncontrolable and that the ABS system and vsc would not cause brake failure. I drove the vehicle approximately 200 miles on a trip to see my mother and father. The vehicle was difficult to stop in a reliable and safe manner.

Filed Mar 21, 2010 · Brakes · 42,944 miles · ID

Temporary brake failure when driving over gravel county road. Brake pedal was depress and the brakes failed to slow the vehicle, causing it to roll through a stop sign and over the railroad tracks. Abs system seemed to be activated during this failure, the ABS pulsing was felt in the brake pedal. When the brakes were reapplied they worked normally. This has occurred about three times over the last few months.