Is the 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2015 model has a complaint index of 47 and ranks 9th out of 16 Land Cruiser years, putting it in the middle of the range rather than among the worst or best.

What are the main problems with the 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser?

NHTSA data shows airbags as the top problem area, accounting for both complaints filed for this year. One complaint involved a crash where the airbags reportedly did not deploy, at a median mileage of 85,000 miles.

Does the 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser have any recalls?

Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this year covering the fuel system, airbag assemblies, a seat belt tension sensor issue, and loose accessory bolts. None of these recalls are classified as do-not-drive.

How does the 2015 Land Cruiser compare to other years?

Its complaint index of 47 is lower than the 2008 and 2009 model years, both rated Avoid with indexes of 93 and 87, and lower than the 2016 model year, which has the highest complaint index at 100.

What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser?

EPA rates the 2015 Land Cruiser at 15 mpg combined, 13 mpg city and 18 mpg highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,300.

2015 Toyota Land Cruiser Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser has a complaint index of 47 and ranks 9th out of 16 model years, placing it in the middle of the pack. NHTSA lists 2 complaints, 4 recalls, and 1 crash tied to airbag issues, with a median failure mileage of 85,000 miles.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 47/100; #9 of 16 Land Cruiser years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 2; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 4; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 1; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Airbags
Best nearby year: 2013; lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 15; 13 city / 18 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2015 Toyota Land Cruiser recalls

4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 20V012000Jan 13, 2020Fuel System1,830,752 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
NHTSA 18V887000Dec 13, 2018Airbags89,740 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and passenger seat-mounted side airbag.
Risk: In the event of a crash, deactivated air bags can increase the risk of injury .
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are Lexus Interim J2L and Remedy JLL, Toyota Interim J15 and Remedy J05.
NHTSA 17V548000Aug 31, 2017Airbags21 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX470, and 2008-2013 Lexus LX570 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect driver or front passenger air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An incorrect driver or front passenger air bag may not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0S. Lexus' number for this recall is HLD.

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2015 Toyota Land Cruiser fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 13 MPG
Highway: 18 MPG
Combined: 15 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $4,300; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2015 compared with other Land Cruiser years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2013	Caution	53	6	2	15
2014	No verdict	20	2	4	15
2015	No verdict	47	2	4	15
2016	No verdict	100	4	3	15
2017	No verdict	40	4	1	15

All Toyota Land Cruiser years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2015 model has a complaint index of 47 and ranks 9th out of 16 Land Cruiser years, putting it in the middle of the range rather than among the worst or best.
What are the main problems with the 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser?: NHTSA data shows airbags as the top problem area, accounting for both complaints filed for this year. One complaint involved a crash where the airbags reportedly did not deploy, at a median mileage of 85,000 miles.
Does the 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser have any recalls?: Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this year covering the fuel system, airbag assemblies, a seat belt tension sensor issue, and loose accessory bolts. None of these recalls are classified as do-not-drive.
How does the 2015 Land Cruiser compare to other years?: Its complaint index of 47 is lower than the 2008 and 2009 model years, both rated Avoid with indexes of 93 and 87, and lower than the 2016 model year, which has the highest complaint index at 100.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser?: EPA rates the 2015 Land Cruiser at 15 mpg combined, 13 mpg city and 18 mpg highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,300.