2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser: brake failure

Filed Jun 12, 2025 · Brakes · NJ

I am the owner of a Toyota FJ Cruiser (Year:2007), VIN: [XXX] ]) equipped with the TRD High-Performance Brake Kit, which is under recall campaign C0R / the federal safety agency 12E046. I recently experienced a serious safety issue involving the front TRD brake crossover tube. While driving, I suddenly noticed a soft brake pedal and significant loss of braking power. I was unable to stop the vehicle properly and nearly crashed into another car at an intersection. I had to swerve at the last moment, which could have caused a more serious accident. Upon inspection, I found that brake fluid was leaking from the crossover tube—exactly the defect described in the TRD brake recall. This failure happened without warning, and my safety and the safety of others was clearly at risk. This is unacceptable for a safety recall. I am requesting immediate investigation, assistance, and a permanent solution. Toyota must ensure this part is properly redesigned and replaced, and that no vehicle is left on the road with this faulty setup. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Aug 25, 2021 · Brakes, Steering · NJ

Loss of brakes while driving. Brakes locking up. Complete frame rust

Filed Jul 18, 2020 · Brakes · 175,000 miles · TX

Vehicle was driving in traffic and multiple hazard lights came on, alarm came on, and as driver attempted to slow down brake pedal went to the floor and downshifting with emergency brake used to stop in middle of intersection.visual inspection revealed no brake fluid in master cylinder reservoir and leaking brake fluid on drivers rear brake cylinder.pics attached.prior reports appear of this fjcruiser issue but only tacoma vehicles recalled.I am contacting my lewisville toyota where I purchased vehicle.

Filed Oct 20, 2019 · Body, Brakes · 100,000 miles · NJ

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."

Filed Feb 2, 2018 · Brakes, Engine · 105,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota fj cruiser. While driving 62 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. In addition, the brake pedal was applied, but the brakes failed to respond and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was able to restart after numerous attempts. The vehicle was towed to ridgeway sunoco service center but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that unknown parts needed to be replaced. The dealer was contacted (t j toyota inc, 6698 ny-56, potsdam, ny 13676, (315) 265-3350). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the warranty had expired. The failure mileage was 105,000.

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 18, 2011 · Brakes · NY

I own a 2007 toyota fj, in various occasions when applying medium hard pressure to the brakes, I have two different brake reactions: 1. The tires will lock and screech for a short period of time, momentarily loosing control, I automatically let go of the brake pedal, push again to regain control and then the car just keeps rolling like no brakes were applied. Or, 2. If I have to press on the brakes and the road the car happens to be on is a bit rough, with gravel, ridges or potholes or maybe just a poorly patched asphalt, the car will suddenly just roll, like no brake has been applied, even though I am pressing on the brake pedal, like loosing most of or all braking power. Last event happened a couple of days ago where a car cut me off by a toll pay area, I pressed on the brakes hard just as the car was going over a rough section of the road and it kept rolling as with no brakes, and literally just by fractions of an inch did not hit the other car. I have gone to the dealer with the complain, they want me to pay for checking the problem, but I am going to have a tough time reproducing the problem, even though it is pretty consistent, its really not safe to try to reproduce. As I said previously the stated event was not the first one but certainly the most scary, and has happened at least 4 to 5 times in the years I've owned the car.

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.

Filed Mar 12, 2010 · Brakes · 79,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota fj cruiser. While driving in snow or any wet, slippery road conditions, the antilock braking system would engage without driver intent. Immediately, there would be a 3 second loss of braking power as if he released his foot from the brake pedal. The manufacturer advised him that there were no recalls on the vehicle and the would not offer any assistance. The dealer performed a diagnostic test; however, the failure could not be duplicated. There were no repairs made to the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were approximately 79,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2010 · Brakes · 35,000 miles · TX

After reading that this department was "opening a formal investigation of the toyota prius hybrid model year 2010 to look into allegations of momentary loss of braking capability while traveling over an uneven road surface, pothole or bump", I realized that this exactly describes my experience on several occasions with my 2007 toyota fj cruiser. I did not report this to the dealership. I thought it was my fault for my speed when hitting the uneven surface. I don't know really why I didn't ask about this but this definitely happened on more than one occasion.

Filed Feb 10, 2010 · Brakes · 38,850 miles · CA

Momentary loss of braking capability while traveling over an uneven road surface, pothole or bump. I almost rear ended the car in front of me yesterday in the rain.