NHTSA Complaint #11465821 — 2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11465821
Vehicle	2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident	January 1, 2017
Date Filed	May 23, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MN

Consumer Description

Frame and undercarriage compromised by excessive rust on 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. Substandard materials/process used in manufacturing by Toyota on the FJ cruiser undercarriage and frame, causing excessive rust damage. Widespread problem in the United States with excessive rust compromising the stability and safety of the vehicles. Toyota authorized Dealerships are no help. Expect consumers to pay out of pocket to repair frame.

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