Model year guide

2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 45 on record.

2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints30
Combined17 mpg
Typical price$33,193

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2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser recalls 5

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #14V828000 · 30/12/2014

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach…

Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint NHTSA Campaign #14V539000 · 08/09/2014

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles equipped with an optional "Trail Teams Ultimate Edition" package, in which the front shock absorbers and springs were replaced at vehicle processing centers. In some of these vehicles the bolts which secure the front lower ball joint to the steering knuckle and/or the front suspension lower arm to the front cr…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners of vehicles with the optional package installed, and dealers will inspect the torque of the bolts. If the bolts are found to be loose, dealers will retighten them to the proper torque. For any missing bolts, dealers will install new ones. The recall began on November 7,…

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #14V475000 · 04/08/2014

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare tire size and/or cold tire inflation information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safe…

Fix: For the involved vehicles, overlay stickers to correct the tire placard will either be mailed to owners or provided to dealers for placement over the incorrect information on the placard. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-43…

Steering NHTSA Campaign #15V081000 · 10/02/2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured August 7, 2013, to August 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the intermediate steering shaft which connects the steering wheel and the steering gear box may have an inadequate weld.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #20V012000 · 13/01/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 To…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles an…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser SUV FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser worth?

Low
$29,000
Typical price
$33,193
High
$38,599

From 44 comparable 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,050
Total$25,800
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($33,193) with the same model 4 model-years older ($26,745), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · SR
Engines
4.0L 6-cyl 260 hp

2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser vehicles on record

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2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser?

Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, fuel system, gasoline.

What is the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser crash-test ratings of rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser at about 17 mpg combined (16 city / 19 highway).

How much is a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser worth?

Comparable 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser listings run roughly $29,000–$38,599, typically around $33,193 (from 44 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.