2003 Toyota Land Cruiser: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser: 1 recall, 10 owner complaints and up to 13 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V065000 · 2016 · 320,409 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that May be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to deploy inadvertently.
Why it matters: If the side curtain-shield-air bags deploy unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of occupant injury.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has 10 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 31 Land Cruiser model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 8). Complaints peaked in 2004 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 10 years old, at a median of 100,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2002 (12 complaints, 0 recalls), 2004 (5 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 13 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (3), body & structure (2), airbags (2).
What gas mileage does the 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser get?
EPA ratings run up to 13 mpg combined (4.7 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser repair manual?
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