Model year guide

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 189 on record.

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints17
Combined13 mpg
Typical price$6,363

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser MPG & running costs

Combined13 mpg
City12 mpg
Highway14 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,150
EPA size classSpecial Purpose Vehicles
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$13,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser worth?

Low
$2,000
Typical price
$6,363
High
$15,000

From 8 comparable 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,750
Fuel only$25,750
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 35

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 35.

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions

Bulletin TTT063620 · Back Over Prevention, Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 2022

Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

Bulletin Toyota Safety Re · Air Bags · Mar 2021

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

Bulletin T-TT-0636-20 Rev · Service Brakes, Back Over Prevention · Mar 2021

TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the crit…

Bulletin T-SB-0032-20 Rev · Equipment · Feb 2021

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

Bulletin T-TT-0636-20 · Back Over Prevention, Service Brakes · Dec 2020

TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.

Bulletin T-TT-0636-20 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Dec 2020

TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates

Bulletin T-SB-0304-17 Obs · Equipment · Apr 2020

TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The aforementioned bulleti…

Bulletin T-SB-0032-20 · Equipment · Apr 2020

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

Bulletin PG004-97-Obsolet · Equipment · Aug 2018

Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

Bulletin PG006-01-Obsolet · Equipment · Aug 2018

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the LAND CRUISER. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser , also sometimes spelt as LandCruiser, is a series of four-wheel drive vehicles produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. It is Toyota's longest running series of models. As of 2019, the sales of the Land Cruiser totalled more than 10 million units worldwide.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
4.7L 8-cyl 230 hp · 4.2L

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles on record

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1997 Toyota Land Cruiser — frequently asked questions

Does the 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser?

Across all 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, tires, hydraulic.

What gas mileage does the 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser get?

The 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser has a U.S. EPA estimate of 13 mpg combined (12 city / 14 highway).

How much is a 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser worth?

Comparable 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser listings run roughly $2,000–$15,000, typically around $6,363 (from 8 vehicles).

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