Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Structure7
- Power train4
- Vehicle speed control3
- Service brakes3
- Service brakes, hydraulic2
- Seat belts2
- Suspension2
- Electrical system2
- Air bags2
- Traction control system2
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 4 injuries and 1 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 3 2000 Land Cruiser vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 2 people died inside them, and 2 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser failed the safety check 2.08% of the time — 12% more often than the average 2000 passenger car (1.86%). Median odometer at inspection: 201,234 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Engines
The most common engines in 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser cars on Dutch roads are the 3.4 petrol (131 kW, 176 hp), 3.0 diesel (92 kW, 123 hp) and 4.7 petrol (173 kW, 232 hp).
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 3.4 petrol | 131 kW 176 hp | 29 |
| 3.0 diesel | 92 kW 123 hp | 22 |
| 4.7 petrol | 173 kW 232 hp | 20 |
RDW Open Data (CC0): registered passenger cars and their fuel data · engine size rounded to 0.1 litre, net maximum power · versions with at least 20 cars
In the Netherlands
115 first registered in 2000 are on Dutch roads; 48% arrived later as imports.
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde50
- Overmatige vloeistoflekkage overige vloeistoffen35
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld33
- Stuur- of fuseekogel met slijtage kleiner of gelijk 1,0 mm26
- Kentekenplaatverlichting werkt niet (goed) / ontbreekt23
- Uitlaatsysteem niet gasdicht / onveilige afvoer uitlaatgasse20
- Stadslicht werkt niet (goed)14
- Parkeerrem werkt niet op 2 wielen14
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
552 cars built in 2000 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 491 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
MOT test results in Great Britain
In 2023, 908 of these cars first registered in 2000 took their annual MOT test. 65% passed first time; among all cars first registered in 2000 the figure was 61%.
| Failed on | These cars | All cars from 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 10.6% | 17.7% |
| Brakes | 7.4% | 12.8% |
| Body, chassis, structure | 5.8% | 9.6% |
| Suspension | 5.7% | 14.3% |
| Visibility | 2.4% | 7.4% |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.3% | 3.5% |
DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2023 (Department for Transport) · Open Government Licence v3.0 · first tests only; a fix made at the test station within the hour still counts as a fail
In New Zealand
1,166 2000 cars are on the New Zealand register; 37% arrived as used imports, 59% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Recalls
No recall campaigns cover the 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Toyota told its dealers about the 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 629437 | INFORMATION REGARDING CONTINUOUS ALARM NOISE FROM COMBINATION METER. *YH |
| 627469 | SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE VIBRATION. *YD |
| 627394 | SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE VIBRATION. *YD |
| 622728 | INFORMATION REGARDING SHOULDER BELT ANCHOR TAPE SET. *JB |
| 616661 | INFORMATION ON MINIMIZING TRANSFER CASE BUZZ NOISE. *TT |
| 613513 | INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM AMENDMENT FOR THE 2000 LAND CRUISER. *MR |
| 613502 | REVISED INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT HEATER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *MR |
| 612540 | INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM AMENDMENT DUE TO THE ADDITION OF THE TRAILER CONVERTER CIRCUIT. *MJS |
| 610966 | INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT HEATER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT |
| 610963 | SOME VEHICLES STARTING WITH VIN JT3HT05J#Y0094690 EQUIPPED WITH A FACTORY INSTALLED TOWING CONVERTER SYSTEM WILL REQUIRE INSTALLATION OF A SUB-HARNESS FROM CONVERTER TO HITCH WHICH WILL BE AVAILABLE IN ALL PIO/DIO HITCH KITS. THIS CONVERTER SYSTEM IS NOT INTERCHANGEABLE WITH THE PREVIOUS TRAILER HARNESS KIT. *TT |
| 610066 | INFORMATION ON CLADDING AND BUMPER COLOR CODES. *TT |
| 11007445 | The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as pitting or water spots. As acid rain droplets on the vehicle surface evaporate, the concentration strength of the acid increases, causing deeper and more rapid damage. This evaporation |
| 11007444 | To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible. |
| 11007443 | Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface that resemble hard water spots. Unlike water spots however, acid rain damage cannot be removed by regular washing procedures. Also, because acid rain can etch and soften the paint, |
| 11006151 | The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as pitting or water spots. As acid rain droplets on the vehicle surface evaporate, the concentration strength of the acid increases, causing deeper and more rapid damage. This evaporation |
| 11006150 | To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible. |
| 11006149 | Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface that resemble hard water spots. Unlike water spots however, acid rain damage cannot be removed by regular washing procedures. Also, because acid rain can etch and soften the paint, |
| 11005153 | Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. |
| 11005149 | Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small, red or brown particles on the paint surface. These particles are often difficult to see on dark color paints but can be easily felt when brushing a hand across horizontal body surfaces such as the hood, roof, or deck lid. |
| 11003649 | The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as pitting or water spots. As acid rain droplets on the vehicle surface evaporate, the concentration strength of the acid increases, causing deeper and more rapid damage. This evaporation |
| 11003647 | To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. PD017-04. The entire bulletin has been updated. |
| 11003644 | Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface that resemble hard water spots. Unlike water spots however, acid rain damage cannot be removed by regular washing procedures. Also, because acid rain can etch and soften the paint, |
| 11003594 | The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as pitting or water spots. As acid rain droplets on the vehicle surface evaporate, the concentration strength of the acid increases, causing deeper and more rapid damage. This evaporation |
| 11003592 | To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. PD017-04. The entire bulletin has been updated. |
| 11003589 | Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface that resemble hard water spots. Unlike water spots however, acid rain damage cannot be removed by regular washing procedures. Also, because acid rain can etch and soften the paint, |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)