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2014 Toyota Land Cruiser: problems, recalls and fuel economy
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser[1]. None of them mention a crash, a fire, or an injury[1].
Most reported problems
The complaint file for this year is small, and it covers two groups. - Brakes. 1 complaint[4]. Owners describe a battery that kept going flat, with a buzzing and clicking sound from the anti-lock system even after the engine was off. - Power Train. 1 complaint[5]. In the stories we read, a driver describes the whole vehicle shutting off while driving in town, with steering and brake assist going too. The driver was able to pull over safely.
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2014 Land Cruiser is necessarily included.
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump (20V012), January 2020. About 1,830,752 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[6]
- Seat Belts › Front (18V887), December 2018. About 89,740 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[7]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (17V548), August 2017. About 21 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[8]
- Equipment (14V828), December 2014. About 3,958 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[9]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| Land Cruiser Wagon 4WD, 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive[3] | 13 / 18 / 15 | $4,450 |
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser with 5.7L 8-cylinder[10] | 381 hp |
How 2014 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 8 | 0 |
| 1996 | 12 | 0 |
| 1997 | 17 | 0 |
| 1998 | 16 | 0 |
| 1999 | 23 | 0 |
| 2000 | 25 | 0 |
| 2001 | 9 | 0 |
| 2002 | 12 | 0 |
| 2003 | 10 | 1 |
| 2004 | 5 | 1 |
| 2005 | 9 | 3 |
| 2006 | 9 | 2 |
| 2007 | 3 | 1 |
| 2008 | 8 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 | 7 |
| 2010 | 3 | 6 |
| 2011 | 4 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 | 2 |
| 2014 | 2 | 4 |
| 2015 | 2 | 4 |
| 2016 | 4 | 3 |
| 2017 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 | 4 | 2 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 39 | 5 |
| 2025 | 33 | 4 |
| 2026 | 7 | 1 |
| 2027 | 1 | 1 |
NHTSA's counts for the Land Cruiser show 2 complaints and 4 recalls for 2014[2]. Among the 30 model years listed, 4 have fewer complaints than 2014 and 24 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2019 (0) and the most are for 2024 (39)[2]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2014 Land Cruiser?
The 2014 Land Cruiser has a very short complaint record, with 2 complaints on file and none reporting a crash, fire, or injury[1]. The two reports touch different parts, brakes[4] and power train[5]. The year also has 4 recalls, so it is worth checking the Recalls section below[2]. Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide only.
Frequently asked questions
- What problems does the 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
- NHTSA lists 2 owner complaints, one naming the brakes and one naming the power train[1][4][5].
- Has the 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser been recalled?
- Yes, the by-year data shows 4 recalls[2]. See the Recalls section on this page for the list.
- Is the 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?
- The complaint record is short at 2 complaints, with no crashes, fires, or injuries reported[1]. Complaints are unverified and not adjusted for sales.
- How much fuel does the 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser use?
- See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 2 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser (0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Toyota Land Cruiser model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Land Cruiser Wagon 4WD, 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 13 city / 18 highway / 15 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,450. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 1 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 20V012, filed January 13, 2020: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 18V887, filed December 13, 2018: Seat Belts › Front. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 17V548, filed August 31, 2017: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 14V828, filed December 30, 2014: Equipment. NHTSA recall database
- EPA Test Car List, 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser with 5.7L 8-cylinder: rated 381 hp. www.epa.gov