NHTSA Complaint #11420477 — 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER SUSPENSION

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11420477
Vehicle	2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	January 11, 2021
Date Filed	June 10, 2021
Mileage	66,731 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated while driving at various speeds over speed bumps, the vehicle would shake abnormally and was not stable while driving. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with the rear axle needing to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,731.

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