One Dealer Offered No Solution
Toyota has built a reputation on bulletproof reliability, and the Land Cruiser is its poster boy. But the newest Land Cruiser, which starts at $57,200 before dealer markups, has owners reporting an issue that shouldn’t exist on any modern vehicle. The driver’s side mirror shakes noticeably at highway speeds, and dealerships are calling it normal.
One owner shared their frustration after visiting a local dealership, saying the service department duplicated the issue but claimed they drove other Land Cruisers on the lot that did the same thing. The dealer’s response was that it’s just how they’re made, and they can’t fix it. When the owner asked about reporting it for a potential recall, the dealership said they couldn’t initiate one themselves. It’s left many owners wondering if this minor annoyance could snowball into something bigger.
The Shake Is Real
This isn’t an isolated incident affecting a single unlucky buyer. Multiple owners have reported the shaking mirror problem in Land Cruiser forums. The issue is particularly noticeable at highway speeds, which is exactly when drivers need clear rear visibility for lane changes and overtaking maneuvers.
Shaky mirrors are a bit of an old Land Cruiser quirk, thanks to the large mirrors, but it shouldn’t be on brand-new SUVs with premium pricing. For that kind of money, owners should at least get mirrors that actually work with no rattles or shakes.Â
Joe Santos
This Hasn’t Been a Good Year For Toyota
The shaky mirror issue compounds what’s been a bad year for Toyota’s reputation for quality. From reversing cameras not working to echoing Bluetooth connectivity, engine issues, and more, Toyota has had more complaints than ever. The Japanese brand has issued recalls for over a million vehicles, just for the camera defect.
Even the ever-popular Toyota Corolla hasn’t escaped problems, with some owners reporting check engine lights appearing just miles after leaving the showroom. These quality issues are particularly concerning for a brand that has long positioned itself as the benchmark for reliability and durability.
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