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Toyota Land Cruiser 250

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
4.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants · How we rate

The LC250 (2024–present) is the biggest Land Cruiser reinvention in decades. TNGA-F platform, T24A-FTS 2.4L twin-turbo hybrid (326 hp, 465 lb-ft), 10-speed auto, full-time 4WD with front and rear diff locks. Most capable factory Land Cruiser ever.

First-year issues: transmission solenoid TSB (shudder, limp mode — warranty replacement), rearview camera freeze recall, CarPlay instability, brake squeal in reverse. All manageable.

Too new for long-term data. 2026 market: MSRP ~$57,000 USD / €62,000. Used examples rare, near MSRP. Exceptional resale value. Buy new or CPO if possible.

Generations

Engine Overview

The Toyota Land Cruiser 250 is available with one engine variant at 177 hp.

2.4L Turbo · Petrol Hybrid· 326 PS
2024 2025

2.4L turbo as V6 successor in the 4th Gen Tacoma. Too early for reliable long-term data. Early ECM software issues resolved via update. Turbo lifespan and timing chain durability still unknown.

  • !! Fuel Injector Debris From Factory

    At 7,700 miles: check engine, misfiring, dealer found malfunctioning injector with debris throughout. Similar to V35A-FTS manufacturing issues.

    Symptoms: Check engine, misfires, rough running
    0–3,000 $
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  • ! P05CE-Fehlercodes (Nockenwellenposition Kaltstart). ECM-Neuflash als Lösung. Vereinzelt Automatikgetriebe-Versagen vor 3.000 km.

    P05CE fault codes (camshaft position cold start). ECM reflash as fix. Isolated automatic transmission failures before 2,000 miles.

    Symptoms: Check engine light, cold start difficulties
    0–200 $
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  • ! Turbo Lag and Throttle Response

    Hesitation during acceleration, rough gear changes, frequent gear hunting at low speeds. Ticking/pinging on acceleration.

    Symptoms: Delayed throttle response, jerky gear changes
    0–200 $
    Ad ECU update T24A-FTS

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●Brake Squeal When Reversing

Loud brake squeal when backing up, especially with a cold engine. Nine NHTSA complaints for 2024. Dealers acknowledge the noise but have no official fix. A TSB exists for the related Lexus GX 550 (L-SB-0036-24) — Land Cruiser 250 fix still pending.

Symptoms: Loud squeal or screech when reversing, disappears after warm-up, returns after the vehicle sits.
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NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
20 complaints · 2024–2025 · 3 recalls
  1. 01 Brakes
    9
  2. 02 Powertrain
    4
  3. 03 Other
    3
  4. 04 Transmission
    1
  5. 05 Electrical
    1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Brakes (9 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (4 complaints)
⚠ Other (3 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04
Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 15 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Land Cruiser 250 (2024–2025) — 9 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Brakes, Gearbox, Electronics, Other. Considered reliable: T24A-FTS (2.4L Turbo).

Land Cruiser (1GD-FTV, 2015–2025) — Be Careful: Camshaft lobe manufacturing defect, EGR cooler leaking — coolant into oil, Common rail injectors sensitive to fuel quality. Power: 177 PS.

Land Cruiser (1GD-FTV, 2020–2025) — Be Careful: Camshaft lobe manufacturing defect, EGR cooler leaking — coolant into oil, Common rail injectors sensitive to fuel quality. Power: 204–205 PS.

What to watch out for with the Toyota Land Cruiser? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota Land Cruiser 250 have? +
The Toyota Land Cruiser 250 has 9 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Land Cruiser 250? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: T24A-FTS (2.4L Turbo). The most reliable engine is the T24A-FTS (2.4L Turbo) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the T24A-FTS (2.4L Turbo).
Which Toyota Land Cruiser 250 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Toyota Land Cruiser 250. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Toyota Land Cruiser 250 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Land Cruiser 250 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} i-FORCE MAX: 326 system hp, 465 lb-ft torque, full-time AWD with locking diffs. New platform shared with Lexus GX 550 and 6th-gen 4Runner. Brakes squeal in reverse, infotainment needs patience, transmission solenoid TSB from day one — classic first-model-year dues. On the plus side: genuinely capable off-road, first-ever modern hybrid Land Cruiser. Long-term durability data completely absent.
Is the Toyota Land Cruiser 250 worth buying used? +
The Toyota Land Cruiser 250 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota Land Cruiser 250? +
The Toyota Land Cruiser 250 is available with engine variants from 177 to 330 hp. Petrol: T24A-FTS (2.4L Turbo). Diesel: 1GD-FTV (2.8L D-4D).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee