Sell your 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser for cash

The 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is a SUV that came with a 4.0L 6-cyl engine. At 15 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines4.0L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 5-spd, Manual 6-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy16–17 city / 20–22 highway / 17–19 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,550–$3,950 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂468–523 grams per mile
Gross vehicle weight rating5,330–5,570 lb
Versions tested by EPA3 configurations: FJ Cruiser 2WD, FJ Cruiser 4WD
Age15 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 15 years old, most of a 2011 FJ Cruiser's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2011 FJ Cruiser. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the steering, typically around 15,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser recalls

NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering the 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

EquipmentAug 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V475000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare tire size and/or cold tire inflation information on the…

Risk: If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a crash.

Exterior LightingApr 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V163000

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 FJ Cruiser vehicles manufactured January 25, 2006 through February 23, 2013 and equipped with a Toyota Auxiliary Driving Lamp Kits mounted to the front bumper. These lamp assemblies include 55 watt bulbs and due to this wattage and mounting angle, the…

Risk: Light intensities above the maximum allowable limit could cause increased glare for oncoming traffic and increase the risk of a crash.

EquipmentApr 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V123000

Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota…

Risk: An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.

Seat BeltsMar 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V098000

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2013 FJ Cruiser passenger vehicles. The retractors for the front driver and passenger seat belts are mounted in the access door (rear door) panels of the vehicle. Due to insufficient strength of the access door panel, cracks may develop in the panel if the access door is repeatedly…

Risk: If cracks occur in the panel around the lower retractor anchor, the seat belt retractor could become detached, which could increase the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.

TiresMar 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V185000

Gulf states Toyota is recalling certain model year 2011 FJ Cruiser and model year 2009-2011 tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems." the TPMS on some vehicles may not have been properly calibrated and as a result the low tire…

Risk: Drivers will not receive a warning from the tire pressuring monitor that one or more tires are underinflated increasing the risk that a vehicle will be driven with one or more underinflated tires and increasing the risk of a tire failure th

TiresMar 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V148000

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 FJ Cruiser, land cruiser, tacoma, sequoia and tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)." when factory-installed wheels and tires were replaced with Toyota authorized…

Risk: Failure to warn of tire deflations is a non-compliance with fmvss 138 and could lead to tire failure increasing the risk of a crash.

Common 2011 FJ Cruiser problems

Owners have filed 23 complaints about the 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser with NHTSA. 1 report involved a crash.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Steering8
  • Suspension6
  • Structure5
  • Wheels5
  • Electrical System2
  • Service Brakes2

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Steering15,000 mi
  • Suspension15,000 mi
  • Structure55,000 mi
  • Wheels6,000 mi
  • Electrical System6,000 mi
  • Service Brakes71,000 mi

2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
Suv, AWDNot rated——★★★☆☆26.7%
Suv, RWDNot rated——★★★☆☆25.6%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 206 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Structure28
  • Equipment22
  • Equipment18
  • Equipment13
  • Equipment11
  • Air Bags10

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2026 · T-SB-0055-24 Rev2

    Some 2005 - 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to r

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0035-24 Rev2

    Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle o

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0038-24 Rev2

    To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the whe

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0039-24 Rev2

    The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 2011 FJ Cruiser: questions

How much is a 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2011 FJ Cruiser that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2011 FJ Cruisers that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2011 FJ Cruiser with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2011 FJ Cruiser?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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