Toyota Land Cruiser problems and known issues

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 5, 2026

The most-documented Toyota Land Cruiser problems are recalls: on the 2008–2021 J200, a seat belt tension sensor wire that can disable passenger airbags (18V887), floor-mat pedal entrapment (12V305) and low-pressure fuel pumps (20V012, 20V682); on the 2024-on Land Cruiser Hybrid, a fuel tube that can leak (26V673) and instrument cluster software (26V341).

CarWhere lists 7 documented Land Cruiser issues, including 7 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source.

Land Cruiser generations at a glance

Toyota Land Cruiser generations and the known issues listed for each
Generation	Model years	Issues on this page
J200	2008–2021	Floor mat can trap the accelerator pedal (12V305) · Seat belt sensor wire can break and disable passenger airbags (18V887) · Low-pressure fuel pump can fail and stall the engine (20V012, 20V682) · TPMS not recalibrated with accessory wheels (11V148)
J250	2024–present	Fuel tube connection can disconnect and leak (26V673) · Instrument cluster may not show warnings (26V341) · Load-capacity label may show wrong added weight (26V179)

J200 Land Cruiser problems (2008–2021)

Floor mat can trap the accelerator pedal (12V305) (2008–2011)

Safety recall

Generation:: J200 (2008–2021)
Years:: 2008–2011
Powertrain:: 5.7L V8

In November 2012 Toyota added 2008–2011 Land Cruisers built September 1, 2007 to September 5, 2011 to a floor-mat recall that began with the Lexus RX: an unsecured or incompatible driver’s mat can trap the accelerator pedal wide open. Dealers modify or replace the pedal and replace any wrong driver’s floor mat.

Symptoms

Accelerator pedal catches on the floor mat

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask a Toyota dealer for the repair order showing the recall work
Make sure the driver’s mat is the correct one for the vehicle and is secured on its hooks

NHTSA recall: 12V305 (2012-06) · 164,601 vehicles

Sources: [1]

Seat belt sensor wire can break and disable passenger airbags (18V887) (2008–2019)

Safety recall

Generation:: J200 (2008–2021)
Years:: 2008–2019
Powertrain:: All

Over time the wire harness for the front passenger seat belt tension sensor on 2008–2019 Land Cruisers and Lexus LX 570s may break, deactivating the front passenger airbag, knee airbag and passenger seat-mounted side airbag. Dealers modify the passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one free of charge.

Symptoms

Airbag warning light
Passenger airbag OFF indicator with an adult seated

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask a Toyota dealer for the repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 18V887 (2018-12) · 89,740 vehicles

Sources: [1]

Low-pressure fuel pump can fail and stall the engine (20V012, 20V682) (2014–2015, 2018–2019)

Safety recall

Generation:: J200 (2008–2021)
Years:: 2014–2015, 2018–2019
Powertrain:: 5.7L V8

The low-pressure fuel pump in the tank can fail and stall the engine. Toyota expanded 20V012 in March 2020 to include 2014–2015 Land Cruisers while moving 2018–2019 models out of it; expansion 20V682 then listed 2018–2019 Land Cruisers. Dealers replace the pump free of charge. Unit counts cover all Toyota and Lexus models in each campaign.

Symptoms

Rough running or hesitation
Check-engine light
Engine stalls or will not start

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask a Toyota dealer for the repair order showing the recall work
Check the VIN against both 20V012 and 20V682

NHTSA recall: 20V682 (2020-11) · 1,525,742 vehicles

Sources: [1]

TPMS not recalibrated with accessory wheels (11V148) (2008–2011)

Safety recall

Generation:: J200 (2008–2021)
Years:: 2008–2011
Powertrain:: All

On some 2008–2011 Land Cruisers fitted before first sale with Toyota accessory wheels and LT tires, the tire pressure monitoring system was not recalibrated, so the low-pressure light would not come on at the required pressure, failing FMVSS 138. Dealers recalibrate the TPMS and fit an updated tire and loading label.

Symptoms

Low-tire-pressure light does not come on when a tire is low

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask a Toyota dealer for the repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 11V148 (2011-03) · 22,000 vehicles

Sources: [1]

J250 Land Cruiser problems (2024–present)

Fuel tube connection can disconnect and leak (26V673) (2024–2027)

Safety recall

Generation:: J250 (2024–present)
Years:: 2024–2027
Powertrain:: Land Cruiser Hybrid

Toyota recalled 105,794 2024–2027 Land Cruiser Hybrid vehicles in October 2026 because the fuel tube connection near the fuel tank may disconnect and leak, a fire risk near an ignition source. Dealers inspect the connection and add a supplemental clamp or replace the resin fuel tube, free of charge. Owner letters were expected November 29, 2026.

Symptoms

Fuel smell around the rear of the vehicle
Fuel drips under the tank

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask a Toyota dealer for the repair order showing the recall work
If the remedy is not yet available, ask the dealer when parts are scheduled

NHTSA recall: 26V673 (2026-10) · 105,794 vehicles

Sources: [1]

Instrument cluster may not show warnings (26V341) (2024–2025)

Safety recall

Generation:: J250 (2024–present)
Years:: 2024–2025
Powertrain:: Land Cruiser Hybrid

The combination meter on 2024–2025 Land Cruiser Hybrid models, along with some Lexus UX Hybrid, Lexus GX and Toyota Mirai vehicles, may fail to display certain warnings or indicators, failing FMVSS 101. Toyota updates the combination meter software over the air free of charge.

Symptoms

Gauge cluster missing warning lights or readings

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask a Toyota dealer for the repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 26V341 (2026-05) · 81,893 vehicles

Sources: [1]

Load-capacity label may show wrong added weight (26V179) (2024–2025)

Safety recall

Generation:: J250 (2024–present)
Years:: 2024–2025
Powertrain:: Land Cruiser Hybrid

The load carrying capacity modification label on some 2024–2025 Land Cruiser Hybrids and other Toyota and Lexus models may list inaccurate added weight values, so the vehicle could be overloaded. Dealers replace the label free of charge.

Symptoms

None; check the door-jamb label

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Ask a Toyota dealer for the repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 26V179 (2026-03) · 8,230 vehicles

Sources: [1]

Related Land Cruiser research

This page explains specific mechanical issues and recalls. Which model years drew the most owner complaints relative to the rest of the model’s history is answered in the years-to-avoid research where CarWhere publishes it.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common Toyota Land Cruiser problems?

On the 2008–2021 J200, the main documented issues are recalls for a passenger seat belt sensor wire that can disable airbags (18V887), floor-mat pedal entrapment (12V305) and fuel pumps (20V012, 20V682). On the 2024-on Land Cruiser Hybrid, the biggest recall is the 26V673 fuel tube leak.

Does the new Land Cruiser have recalls?

Yes. 2024–2027 Land Cruiser Hybrid models are in recall 26V673 for a fuel tube connection that can leak, 2024–2025 models are in 26V341 for instrument cluster software, and some 2024–2025 models are in label recall 26V179.

Which Land Cruiser years were in the fuel pump recall?

2014–2015 Land Cruisers were added to 20V012 in March 2020, and 2018–2019 Land Cruisers were moved to the expanded recall 20V682. Check the VIN against both campaigns.

How do I check a used Land Cruiser for open recalls?

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and ask a Toyota dealer for repair orders. On a J200, confirm the 18V887 seat belt assembly work and check that the airbag light goes out after start-up.

Sources

Issue descriptions are CarWhere’s own summaries of the sources below. Repair costs are shown only where a source states them and vary by shop and region.

NHTSA recalls dataset: Toyota recalls naming the Land Cruiser — U.S. DOT / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)

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