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2008 Toyota LandcruiserRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 8 owner complaints for the 2008 Toyota Landcruiser. Most complaints involve air bags (5) and seat belts (2). The EPA rates it 15 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
15mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
8
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$4,150est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2008 Toyota Landcruiser as of Nov 8, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 8, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

8 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2010 – Aug 2019
  1. Air bags5
  2. Seat belts2
  3. Vehicle speed control2
  4. Electrical system1
  5. Engine and engine cooling1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Landcruiser model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200238
200322
20045
20059
20069
20073
20088
20096
20103
20114
20136
20142
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 8, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Air bags

5 reports
“TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V887000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR AS THE RECALL NOTICE WAS RECEIVED OVER A YEAR AGO. SAVANNAH TOYOTA (11101 ABERCORN ST, SAVANNAH, GA 31419, (912) 927-1234) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED SEVERAL TIMES AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBERS: 18882709371 AND 1904010402. THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 20, 2019Air bags, Seat beltsODI 11245298

Seat belts

2 reports
“TOYOTA ISSUED A RECALL ON THEIR FAULTY PASSENGER SEATBELT AND IT'S RENDERING OF THE PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT USELESS LATE IN 2018. WHEN/HOW CAN NHSTA ENCOURAGE OR FORCE TOYOTA TO TAKE CORRECTIVE ACTION ON THIS SAFETY PROBLEM?”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 23, 2019Air bags, Seat beltsODI 11234227

Vehicle speed control

2 reports1 crash
“CRAWLING DURING HEAVY TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAY AND VEHICLE WAS STOPPED. BREAK PEDAL RELEASED AND WAS MOVING SLOWLY. CAR ACCELERATED SUDDENLY AND CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. PANIC BREAKING WASN'T ADEQUATE BECAUSE OF THE PROXIMITY. TOYOTA TECHNICIAN DOWNLOADED THE EDR. AWAITING RESULTS.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 31, 2016Vehicle speed controlCrash reportedODI 10891870
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 8, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines
5.7L 8-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S6)
Drive
4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 8, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Land Cruiser Wagon 4WD
Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 5.7 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
131815$4,150592
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 8, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Toyota Landcruiser as of Nov 8, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 8, 2026Vehicle 2731
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2008 Landcruiser questions

How many recalls does the 2008 Toyota Landcruiser have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 8, 2026.

What are the most common 2008 Toyota Landcruiser problems?

Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (5), seat belts (2), vehicle speed control (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2008 Toyota Landcruiser get?

The EPA rates the 2008 Toyota Landcruiser at 15 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 8, 2026