2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs 2008 Toyota Highlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2008 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 123 | 403 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 165 | 281 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 19–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 32,118 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota FJ Cruiser | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 12 | 66 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 57 |
| Engine | 0 | 58 |
| Structure | 42 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 45 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 43 |
| Steering | 4 | 40 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 24 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 11 |
| Stalling | 6 | 24 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 22 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 20 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2008 Toyota Highlander
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.