Toyota Land Cruiser J150
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
249 PS
4.0L V6 Benzin
Strong V6 for off-road
Fun to Drive!Generations
Engine Overview
The Toyota Land Cruiser J150 is available with 3 engine variants — from 163 to 249 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Toyota 2.8L D-4D (Diesel, 177–204 PS) comes with 2 different engines: 1GD-FTV (2015–2025, Be Careful) und 1GD-FTV (2020–2025, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.8L D-4D!
The Toyota 3.0L D-4D (Diesel, 173 PS) has the 1KD-FTV (3.0L D-4D) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 4.0 V6 (Benziner, 249 PS) has the 1GR-FE (4.0L V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Frame Corrosion on Ladder Frame The ladder frame can corrode at weld seams and cross members with intensive winter use. Symptoms: Visible rust on the frame, flagged at MOT inspection, frame cavities rusted through from inside. from 100,000 km | High | |
| Underbody Rust with Insufficient Maintenance The J150 also shows rust on the underbody and frame components in wet or salty regions. Symptoms: Visible rust on the underbody, paint bubbling at sills. | Medium | |
| Rust on Sills and Wheel Arches Sills and wheel arch edges rust on vehicles from salt-belt regions. No factory cavity protection from the factory. Professional treatment with Mike Sanders or Timemax recommended. Symptoms: Paint bubbling at sills and wheel arch edges, visible rust on lift inspection. from 100,000 km | Medium | |
| Rust on Sills and Wheel Arches Sills and wheel arch edges rust on vehicles from salt-belt regions. No factory cavity protection from the factory. Professional treatment with Mike Sanders or Timemax recommended. Symptoms: Paint bubbling at sills and wheel arch edges, visible rust on lift inspection. from 100,000 km | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 36 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 (2009–2025) — 18 engine-related and 18 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Rust, Brakes, Gearbox, Suspension.
Land Cruiser (1KD-FTV, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: Cracked pistons (Euro IV variants, 2004–2009), Copper injector seats corroding and leaking, Piston cracking on Euro 4 engine. Power: 173 PS.
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.
Land Cruiser (1GR-FE, 2009–2017) — Be Careful: Head gasket failure at high mileage, Thin cylinder liners cannot be bored out, Water pump fails prematurely at 65,000–80,000 km. Power: 249 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.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee