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1996 Toyota Land Cruiser problems

The most common problem on the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is brakes. It has 2.4 times the complaints of a typical Land Cruiser model year.

Typical year2.4x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
12
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
35
Worst area
Brakes
Fuel economy
13mpg

The worst 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    5
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    5
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 35

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 35 bulletins for the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser

1996 Toyota Land Cruiser fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.5L 6‑cyl4WD121413

What 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 16, 2019 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · MS

Fuel (gas) tank developed a stress crack. Leaks gas if filled to 3/4 or above.

Filed Apr 2, 2010 · Acceleration · MI

1996 toyota land cruiser. Consumer states undesired acceleration. *tgw the consumer stated he is certain that the sudden acceleration he experienced was not mechanical in nature but, rather a computer software or other electronic malfunction. The situation occurred at times when the accelerator pedal was not being used which made it impossible for the floor mat or linkage sticking to be involved. The consumer stated whatever the problem is, it does not trigger any codes in the vehicle's computer. On one occasion, the consumer almost crashed into a house when the engine failed to return to idle and the brakes were nearly unable to stop the vehicle .

Filed May 22, 2006 · Locks · 88,500 miles · MO

1996 toyota land cruiser purchased new by me with approximately 89,000 miles. At approx 88,000 miles, the driver's door handle mechanism failed. In particular, the opening mechanism broke without any prior indication of impending problems. As a result, the door was unable to be opened from either inside the vehicle or outside the vehicle. It was necessary to crawl out of the driver's seat from the passenger door (and back in to drive to the dealer for repair). The dealer had to remove the interior door panel while the door was close resulting in damage to the panel and seat. Thereafter, the door opening mechanism was removed and replaced. Total cost for parts and labor was approximately $750 plus the additional $350 cost to replace the damaged door panel.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · GA

We have been told by a toyota dealer in morrow, ga that this automobile has engine sludge. We have been told now that the engine has locked up, due to engine sludge.

Filed Sep 9, 1998 · Brakes · NC

Consumer experiencing brake wear. Brakes had to be replaced three times within two years. Dealer notified and informed consumer that this is normal for this vehicle.

Filed Jan 20, 1998 · Brakes · TX

Braking system component replaced but did not fit properly causing vibration and premature wear of the rotors and tires.(attorney for consumer).

Filed Nov 28, 1997 · Brakes · FL · crash · 2 injuries

Truck ran into another truck making sudden stop; brake pedal went to floor,causing increase stopping distance. According to dealer, brakes working normal.

Filed Oct 27, 1997 · Brakes · CA

Brake pads failed.

Filed Sep 19, 1997 · Visibility · CA

Power windows failed.

Filed Aug 29, 1997 · Body · CA

The electronic lock device for security failed.

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Questions about the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser

Is the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2.4 times a typical Land Cruiser model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser?

Brakes, with 5 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).

How many recalls does the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser get?

Official estimates for the 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser range from 13 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.5L 6-cyl, 4WD) gets 12 city and 14 highway.

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