NHTSA Complaint #11428497 — 2007 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER

SUSPENSION issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11428497
Vehicle 2007 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Component SUSPENSION
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage 70,000 miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State IL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated upon inspection, the mechanic discovered that severe corrosion had formed on the entire undercarriage of the vehicle. Prior to the discovery, the contact stated that an unknown part had separated and detached from the vehicle in his driveway due to the corrosion. The dealer then took several pictures of the corrosion on the vehicle. The contact was warned by the dealer to not drive off road or use the vehicle to tow due to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. Vin was not available.

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