Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Vehicle speed control3
- Service brakes2
- Electronic stability control (esc)2
- Power train1
- Equipment1
- Tires1
- Unknown or other1
- Service brakes, hydraulic1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
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NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser failed the safety check 2.09% of the time — 4% more often than the average 2001 passenger car (2.00%). Median odometer at inspection: 193,414 miles.
527first inspections
2.09%failed on safety
193,414 mimedian odometer
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Engines
The most common engines in 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser cars on Dutch roads are the 3.0 diesel (120 kW, 161 hp), 4.2 diesel (150 kW, 201 hp) and 4.2 diesel (96 kW, 129 hp), out of 4 versions with at least 20 cars.
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0 diesel | 120 kW 161 hp | 38 |
| 4.2 diesel | 150 kW 201 hp | 28 |
| 4.2 diesel | 96 kW 129 hp | 27 |
| 4.7 petrol | 173 kW 232 hp | 22 |
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
147 first registered in 2001 are on Dutch roads; 44% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €47,512.
74.8%had an APK defect recorded since June 2022
89.9%logical odometer history
0.0%with a recall still open
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde60
- Stuur- of fuseekogel met slijtage kleiner of gelijk 1,0 mm39
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld35
- Overmatige vloeistoflekkage overige vloeistoffen31
- Uitlaatsysteem niet gasdicht / onveilige afvoer uitlaatgasse23
- Kentekenplaatverlichting werkt niet (goed) / ontbreekt22
- Fusee(kogel) te veel speling21
- Stadslicht werkt niet (goed)19
Colours
Grey 33%Green 28%White 16%Blue 12%Black 4%
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
813 cars built in 2001 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 503 more were declared off the road (SORN).
813licensed, end of 2025
62%of those still registered are on the road
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, 1,090 of these cars first registered in 2001 took their annual MOT test. 64% passed first time; among all cars first registered in 2001 the figure was 59%.
64%passed first time
59%all cars from 2001
169,700 miaverage mileage at the test (all cars 106,400 mi)
| Failed on | These cars | All cars from 2001 |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 8.3% | 15.4% |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 7.8% | 19.3% |
| Brakes | 6.6% | 13.4% |
| Body, chassis, structure | 6.1% | 9.7% |
| Visibility | 2.7% | 7.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.5% | 6.8% |
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
1,041 2001 cars are on the New Zealand register; 23% arrived as used imports, 73% 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 2001 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 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 634014 | SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS - THE NEW IMMOBILIZER RESET FEATURE THAT ALLOWS THE REGISTRATION OF A NEW MASTER KEY EVEN IF ALL ORIGINAL MASTER KEYS ARE LOST. *TT |
| 633875 | THIS PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO CLARIFY THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES. *TT |
| 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 |
| 619098 | ECU (ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT) FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCESS. *TT |
| 616070 | SUBJECT REGARDING SINGLE AND TOW-TONE PAINT SCHEMES. *TT |
| 614965 | SOME MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WITHOUT NAVIGATION SYSTEMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH A COMPASS IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PROCEDURES TO COMPLETE INITIAL CALIBRATION OF THE COMPASS DURING THE ROAD TEST SECTION OF PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (PDS).*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, |
| 10253223 | This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website. |
| 10251070 | OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)