Research · Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD

2010 Toyota LandcruiserRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for the 2010 Toyota Landcruiser. Most complaints involve engine (2) and electrical system (1). The EPA rates it 15 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
15mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
3
Top: engine
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 2010 Toyota Landcruiser as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

3 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2015 – May 2019
  1. Engine2
  2. Electrical system1
  3. Service brakes1
  4. Structure1

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.

View as table
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 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

2 reports1 crash
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER. WHEN THE PUSH TO START BUTTON WAS APPLIED, AN ABNORMAL POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS ENGAGED IN THE PARK POSITION AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE. ALSO, WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FORD FOCUS AND TWO OTHER VEHICLES. ALSO, SMOKE EMERGED FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT LOT. THE CONTACT CALLED TOYOTA OF KILLEEN (4001 E CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY, KILLEEN, TX 76543, (254) 690-5800) AND WAS INFORMED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THEIR FACILITY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 1903180901. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 1, 2019Electrical system, Service brakes, EngineCrash reportedODI 11204943

Electrical system

1 report1 crash

Service brakes

1 report1 crash
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 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 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 9, 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 Drive
131815$4,150592
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 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 2010 Toyota Landcruiser as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 5780
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

2010 Landcruiser questions

How many recalls does the 2010 Toyota Landcruiser have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.

What are the most common 2010 Toyota Landcruiser problems?

Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (2), electrical system (1), service brakes (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2010 Toyota Landcruiser get?

The EPA rates the 2010 Toyota Landcruiser at 15 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026