Auto Safety Portal Logo Auto Safety Portal

2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER Safety Overview

The 2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
  • Equipment:other:labels
  • Exterior lighting

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for TOYOTA FJ CRUISER owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 16V396000

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequ...

If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V396000: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/2/2016
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 14V743000

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Coro...

Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.

NHTSA Recall 14V743000: Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/19/2014
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 14V475000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cr...

If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V475000: If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/4/2014
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 13V163000

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 FJ Cruiser vehicles m...

Light intensities above the maximum allowable limit could cause increased glare for oncoming traffic and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V163000: Light intensities above the maximum allowable limit could cause increased... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/25/2013
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 13V098000

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2013 FJ Cruiser passenger vehicles.

If cracks occur in the panel around the lower retractor anchor, the seat belt retractor could become detached, which could increase the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V098000: If cracks occur in the panel around the lower retractor anchor, the seat... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/15/2013
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 13V014000

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model y...

If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.

NHTSA Recall 13V014000: If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/16/2013
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 11V148000

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 FJ CRUISER, LAND CRUISER, TACOMA, SEQUOI...

FAILURE TO WARN OF TIRE DEFLATIONS IS A NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 138 AND COULD LEAD TO TIRE FAILURE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 11V148000: FAILURE TO WARN OF TIRE DEFLATIONS IS A NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 138 AND... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/4/2011
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 10V035000

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH ...

THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

NHTSA Recall 10V035000: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/3/2010
2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 10V036000

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMP...

A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V036000: A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/3/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.