The only difference is that our 200s are diesels, but the drivetrain is just the same. The engine will not start when the starter motor operates normally. Toyota land cruiser problems and reliability issues. Celebrate the landcruisers 60 year reign as king off the road with a new level of sophistication in the landcruiser 200 sahara horizon special edition. When the landcruiser 200 was initially released, toyota recommended a typical 15w40 diesel oil. Theses turbos have electronicallymanaged variable vane geometry technology. I researched the problem and found it is very common, but not in every 200 series. Very disappointed, the 2016 gxl has none of the features of the gxls before it, no sterring wheel controls, no heater in the back for the kids and no reversing snesors. In june 2002, a recall was issued for toyota 100 series landcruiser models manufactured from 7 january 1998 to 2 september 2001. I have a december 2019 registered model 200 series landcruiser sahara purchased new and now done 3,000 km. Some of this appeared to be related to faulty oil system vacuum pumps and. Landcruiser 200 king off the road toyota australia. The new engine put out 202kw at 5400rpm, with a torque peak of 410nm at 3400rpm.
Toyota land cruisers hood at launch, but this unit was later on upgraded to 171 hp. Toyota landcruiser 200 update fuel economy rveethereyet. Contact your toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired. My cruiser is a 100 series with 870k and only the torque converter, a driveshaft and some bearings are bad. Toyota landcruiser 200 series ultimate diesel tuning. Many prospective 200 series buyers opted for a used 100 series and that situation continues today. John hughes toyota landcruisers ultimate guide 2019. My 200 series got a dusted motor at 145000 km i replaced the motor no help from toyota said it was fine for some dust to pass the filter the new motor has been in for 20000 km and dust problem continued i had to replace the air box with an aftermarket one and also put a snorkel on glad to say that 100% solved the problem. Landcruiser problems land cruiser club toyota owners. If these vehicles were driven regularly on rough, corrugated roads at high speeds and for long distances, the spare wheel winch wire cable could become frayed due to roadtransmitted vibrations pra 20025421. The start of the problems was the turbodiesel v8 s propensity to use a. We have just upgraded from a 100 series toyota landcruiser to a 200 series and we noticed a vibration in the body. Specs, photos, engines and other data about toyota land cruiser 200 v8 2011 2015.
A few potential faults on the toyota land cruiser vx 200 4. How to prevent dusting 200 series landcruiser lc200 1vd. Greetings allmy lc 200 gxl diesel is now 5 years old and i thought i would share my experiences over that time. It comes in through the door handles, window controls. The latest model shows just how far toyota has pushed the design and performance. Hi im a new member current vehicle 2014 200 series diesel purchased new. Landcruiser 200 series diesel v8 ihi turbo problems. The toyota v8 200 series land cruisers run left side and right side turbochargers. Our list of 31 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your toyota land cruiser. Toyota dropped the land cruiser 200 series from united kingdom lineup with this facelift.
Land cruiser 200 series v8 1vdftv turbo actuator stepper. I will report to the dealer we bought it from, but was hoping. Current vehicle 2014 200 series diesel purchased new. It appears toyota has today unofficially announced that is about to discontinue all v8 versions of the landcruiser 200 series from july 2019. They have both done about 15000 km and we are having huge problems with dust on the interior. The latter engine is not a fuel economy champion, but compared to the diesel counterpart, its faster.
My 200 series v8 diesel is making a ticking noise seems to be on the left bank is this tappets or injectors answered by a verified toyota mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Are you having problems with your toyota land cruiser. In the stylish, spacious and powerful land cruiser 200 range, toyota has proven for generations that tough, goanywhere practicality can be engineered handinhand with premium comfort and technology. Rv daily v8 landcruiser 200 series to be shelved in july. Oct 01, 2019 this is a quick video of me explaining how ive helped prevent my toyota landcruiser lc200 from suffering the dreaded dusting. Previous to the facelift, the uk market received the land cruiser with the 4. V8 turbo land cruiser problems pradopoint toyota prado. The engine is noisier than you expect for the premium ask although. Toyota landcruiser 200 series outback travel australia. It is toyotas longest running series of models and the 2nd longest suv in production behind the chevrolet suburban. The original 200 series released here in 2007 was not without its problems. Normally egr and combustion residue, short runs ect. I have tested the accuracy of the vehicle speedo against both a gps and the app on my smart phone. Toyota land cruiser problems and complaints 31 issues.
The trouble list toyota landcruiser 200 v8 diesel with. My husbands toyota landcruiser 70 series gxl v8 ute stopped. Sep 05, 20 greetings allmy lc 200 gxl diesel is now 5 years old and i thought i would share my experiences over that time. Sac have done their research and are happy to share with you this valuable information which might affect some owners. Looking for a particular toyota land cruiser problem. Econlock toyota landcruiser 200 v8 diesel with ab60f 6. You can rotate the engine until the valves are supposedly closed on that cylinder, and then pump air in through an injector port or glow plug hole if it has them, i have little experience with the 200 series engines. Turbocharger replacement and preventative maintenance. Jun 19, 2019 new toyota landcruiser 300 series engine revealed. Toyota land cruiser, a midcycle refresh of the 200 series that was overhauled in 20.
After 12 years on the market is the toyota landcruiser 200 series still. Advanced stability toyota s innovative kinetic dynamic suspension system makes light work of rocky roads, delivering a. The post2009 landcruiser 200 series gxl had a new drivers seat with. Does any one know of any problems regarding the v8 turbo and twin turbo namely an injector fault at around 30k to 50k km found in the 70 series and the 200 series land cruisers. Despite what a few oldschool workshops say about these modern thinner oils, they are recommended by toyota for a reason. The only ones i have seen that were babied were engines that gave problems. It is more likely that your ihi turbos will become dusted if the original engine. My 200 series got a dusted motor at 145000 km i replaced the motor no help from toyota. The accessory drive belt may make noise, requiring a new belt tensioner to fix the problem. There are owners who complained that the twin turbo 200 series used excessive oil. Toyota landcruiser 200 vx very comfortable vehicle my kids loves it in every trip. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the toyota land cruiser in one spot to help you decide if its a smart buy.
Some of this appeared to be related to faulty oil system vacuum pumps and problems with the oil strainer being blocked with sludge. The start of the problems was the turbodiesel v8 s propensity to use a little oil between services. Brett hookers 200 series gxl toyota landcruiser walk around. European clubhouses european land cruiser owners club france tlc serie4 germany deutscher landcruiser club e. Whilst it will be more expensive to service when compared to a toyota, its a nicer car in terms of design and as you said, best to drive, is significantly cheaper to begin with, so even if maintenance is costlier, you still will be spending less money, on a whole, than on any landcruiser, be it 200 series or prado.
So it is clear, the real source of the problem is not yet identified, the vacuum pump was only one step. The trouble list toyota landcruiser 200 v8 diesel with ab60. At 85000 dash lights vsc,low 4wd and engine light displayed. It has been a fight for two years with toyota to convince the engineers of toyota, that the land cruiser 200, equipped with the v8twinturbodiesel and the gearbox ab60f requires a software update in order to improve performance and fuel efficiency. Several other toyota land cruiser owners do report, that the higher the outdoor temperature is, the faster they drive and the more the engine brake effect is been used, the higher the oil consumption appears. In the petrol department, the land cruiser offered a 4. Toyota started the production of its first in the history v8 diesel engine in 2007. Technology has certainly come a long way and it is possible to have a v8 engine that manages to make you smile at the bowser. In the event of a collision, the incorrect specification airbag increased the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. Take on the toughest terrain, with exclusive refinements and interior comforts in the landcruiser 200 sahara horizon. The shock news was communicated via messenger to enquiries on its facebook page this afternoon. Common land cruiser 80 problems, issues, and solutions. Why this workhorse is so loved by aussies this local favourite is loved just as much at home in the city as the country, but there are other reasons aussies. Any potential issues with the 200 series landcruiser.
For the past year, ive been thinking that my next car will be a preowned, depreciated 200series toyota land cruiser the 200 series is the. The landcruiser 200 makes the most sense in gxl specification as tested here. That big torque figure will also let you explore land cruiser 200 s capabilities as a reliable tow wagon for every new zealand lifestyle. This has been a staple within the australian motoring scene for the past 12 years.
The earlier 200 series seems to have serious issues with the dpf. Unfortunately this fight we did not win, thanks to the outstanding level of ignorance and stubbornness of toyota in this matter. Land cruiser 200 and lexus lx450d, 70series landcruiser. Although the 2016 toyota land cruiser has the most overall complaints, we rate the 2005 model year as worse because of other possible factors such as higher repair cost or more problems at lower. The worst complaints are transmission, brakes, and ac heater problems. We went from a gxl prado to a 200 series landcruiser to gain the extra boot space as we have 5 children. Toyota s big landcruiser gets even bigger for 2008, with the highlight of the new 200 series being a superb new 4. All you need to know when looking to buy a secondhand toyota landcruiser 200 series. Another problem is when these engines are first started, they can be noisy, this is common among them but anything excessive or if it is blowing alot of white. From another angle, the problem this holds for the suspension, is even more. Well the reality is the landcruiser 200 diesel is an extremely fuel efficient vehicle and it has surpassed all my expectations.
Replacing the engine in our 200 series landcruiser part 23. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the toyota land cruiser in. The 1vdftv cylinder block is made from nodular graphite cast iron. In september 2017, a recall was issued for toyota 200 series landcruiser vehicles because an incorrect specification airbag may have been installed during the vehicle assembly process. Toyota landcruiser 200 series performance package kpm. Now at 102k same lights came on and power decreased to limp mode whilst towing a van.
We have developed specific packages for a range of turbo diesel 4. Toyota land cruiser problems find the most common issues based on car owner complaints. Heres what happened in my search for a 200series toyota land. If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting procedure or releasing the steering lock, confirm the following points. After some problems with oil consumption, this recommendation was changed to 5w3040. Oil consumption was a big problem with the early 200 series diesels. Apart from that it drives the same as other 100 series. V8 turbo land cruiser problems toyota prado 4x4 landcruiser. In fact, in a most untoyota way, those early 200s were, if not plagued with problems, certainly raising a few eyebrows among the faithful. If you as an owner find an excess of black soot inside your vehicles tailpipe, bring it in and have it checked so that sac can rectify this issue. This insane 200 series vx wagon has remained a wagon and heres why. Toyota land cruiser problems and reliability issues carsguide. View toyota land cruiser 200 specifications, including dimensions and weight, engine range and performance, fuel consumption etc.
So high mileages are not a problem for land cruisers. These are most likely due to engine gaskets failing, causing oil to leak. The new turbodiesel replaced the previous toyotas diesel power unit the 1hdfte engine. Land cruiser 200 series v8 1vdftv turbo actuator stepper motor problems and solutions. I have done 120,000km in total, 70,000km pulling an off road caravan and after numerous problems, now have a vehicle that is fit for purposealmost. This is a quick video of me explaining how ive helped prevent my toyota landcruiser lc200 from suffering the dreaded dusting. It is therefore essential that you have your 200 series cruiser inspected at sac. An issue seen occasionally on landcruiser 200 forums and facebook groups, is dust reportedly getting through or past the air filter, potentially causing turbocharger andor engine failure, known as a dusted engine. Its still not cheap but its an incredibly capable, seemingly bulletproof offroader.
It might be time for the toyota land cruiser to go. The 1vdftv engine was first fitted as a singleturbo variant and first used in australia from march 2007. Toyota landcruiser 200 diesel dpf soots update youtube. Electrical problems, abs sensor issues, weak cvs, dust issues. And throughout the suvs production history, relatively few problems were reported. The gps and phone app indicated identical speeds to each other. The toyota landcruiser 200 series has had its v8 petrol engine culled, leaving the more expensive twinturbo v8 diesel the sole powertrain option in australia. In china, the land cruiser 200 was produced from 2008 to 2016 by sichuan faw toyota. How to prevent dusting 200 series landcruiser lc200 1vd ftv. The toyota land cruiser has a solid reputation for reliability on and offroad. This can cause all sorts of problems from poor running to. Toyota land cruiser problems and complaints 31 issues repairpal.