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2018 Toyota FJ cruiser tire sizes & fitment

Approved tire and wheel sizes for the 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser, sourced from manufacturer fitment data and refreshed monthly.

Approved fitments

Tire size Rim size PCD (bolt pattern) Offset Load index Speed rating
265/70R17 OEM 7.5x17 N/A 15mm 115 S
275/70R17 OEM 7.5x17 N/A 15mm N/A N/A
245/60R20 7x20 N/A 15mm 107 H

Best by use case

Four tires, four jobs

Best all-season

Bridgestone

Turanza QuietTrack

all-season touring, UTQG 800, 80,000-mi warranty

Best budget

Goodyear

Assurance MaxLife

Lowest cost per mile in this size; UTQG 820

Best quiet

Bridgestone

Turanza QuietTrack

68 dB cabin noise (EU label); quietest in this size

Best winter

Bridgestone

Blizzak WS90

Dedicated winter (premium compound); ice/snow grip

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Tire recalls & safety complaints for the Toyota FJ Cruiser →

Compatible alternative sizes for 265/70R17

Sizes within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter safe-fit tolerance. Each row links to the size's own page.

Alternative size%Δ ODCategoryVerdict
285/65R17 -0.06% wider Safe
265/65R18 -0.14% plus 1 Safe
265/75R16 0.14% alternative Safe
245/65R19 -0.21% plus 2 Safe
265/60R19 -0.27% plus 2 Safe

For the full list of alternatives with comfort/handling impact, see 265/70R17 upsize options. To check an arbitrary size pair, use the tire compatibility calculator.

Check a different size against this vehicle

Type any tire size below; we'll compute its overall-diameter delta against the OEM 265/70R17 and verdict using the ETRTO ±3% rule.

Common upgrade paths

Use the plus-size calculator to evaluate any rim step against the OEM size.

How to choose tires for the 2018 toyota FJ cruiser

The 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser ships from the factory on 265/70R17 tires mounted on 7.5x17 wheels, with a load index of 115 and a speed rating of S. 3 approved fitments are documented for this model year, allowing some flexibility between performance, comfort, and winter compounds. The Compatible alternative sizes table above lists every safe substitution within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance.

Tire choice on the Toyota FJ Cruiser comes down to three trade-offs that matter more than brand loyalty: load index (must equal or exceed the OEM number, in this case 115), speed rating (must match or exceed the placard, here S), and UTQG treadwear (higher means longer life, lower usually means stickier rubber). Owners replacing factory tires with the same compound class, for example all-season for all-season, generally see no change in ride characteristics or fuel economy. Switching categories (performance summer to all-season touring, for example) is where the trade-offs show up at the contact patch.

For 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser owners considering a plus-size upgrade, the safer option is a Plus-1 step (one rim size up with a 10-point aspect drop and ~10 mm of additional section width). Plus-2 is technically viable on this chassis if the alternative-sizes table lists a Plus-2 candidate within tolerance, but expect a meaningful ride-harshness penalty and a tire-cost premium of 30–60% per tire relative to the OEM fitment. For winter use the recommended pattern is one width step down (e.g. from a 235 to a 225) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter; narrower tires apply higher contact pressure per square inch on snow, which translates directly into shorter braking distances. The plus-size calculator evaluates any specific rim step against this OEM size.

Before purchasing, verify the tire size on the driver-door placard of your specific 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser, since trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment from what is documented here. The placard reading is the authoritative source per FMVSS 110, and dealers will reference the placard rather than aftermarket catalogs when validating warranty claims.

NHTSA-reported issues for 2018 toyota FJ cruiser

19
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

Top issue category: Tires (General)

Most reported: Tires (General) (11) · Bead (4) · Sidewall (2) · TPMS (2)

Reported across: 2007 – 2014 (6 years)

What owners described

Blowout or sudden deflation is the most common description, in 18% of these reports. Percentages are shares of the 17 reports covering every model year of the Toyota FJ Cruiser that include a written account; a single report can describe more than one problem, so they do not total 100%.

Reported problemThis subjectAll tire complaintsRelative
Blowout or sudden deflation 18% 20% 0.9×
Sidewall failure 12% 15% 0.8×
Bubble or bulge in the tire 12% 6% 2.0×
Cracking or dry rot 6% 9% 0.6×
Loss of control, rollover or collision 6% 8% 0.7×
Pressure-monitoring (TPMS) fault 6% 2% 2.5×

Mileage at failure

8 of these reports state an odometer reading. The middle report is at 12,250 miles, with 8 in 10 falling between 3,000 and 40,000 miles.

In owners' own words

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA about Toyota FJ Cruiser. Reports are published by NHTSA as filed and are lightly cleaned here only to remove intake codes.

I DROVE ON I-10 LA GRANGE WHEN THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR VIBRATED AND TILTED TO THE RIGHT. THE FRONT RIGHT TIRE TREAD PEELED OFF AND THE TIRE BLEW. WE REPORTED THIS INCIDENT TO BRIDGESTONE WITH CASE NUMBER 748575. THE COMPANY SENT ME A LETTER AND SAID IT WAS PRESSURE PROBLEM. BUT JUST BEFORE THE TIRE BLEW, THE PRESSURE LIGHT WAS NOT ON. SO I BELIEVE THE QUALITY AND SAFETY IS AT ISSUE. PLEASE INVESTIGATE IT AND RECALL THE PRODUCT, DUELER H/T 684 II P265/70R17. I BOUGHT THE FOUR TIRES ABOUT A YEAR AGO.

NHTSA complaint 1382954 · 2012 vehicle

THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER EQUIPPED WITH FOUR GOODYEAR TRAILMARK AT TIRES, SIZE: P265/65/R18 (NA). THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES EXPERIENCED SIDEWALL RUBBER SEPARATION AND CRACKED. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE TIRES TO DEFLATE APPROXIMATELY 1 TO 2 LBS PER WEEK. WALMART INSPECTED THE TIRES AND DID NOT IDENTIFY A DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO NOTIFIED AND REFERRED THE OWNER TO A DEALER. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.

NHTSA complaint 1629670 · 2010 vehicle

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS RECALLED (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID #06V235000) FOR BEAD DEFECT ON THE TIRES. AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER INSPECTED THE TIRES. THE RECALL NOTICE AND THE DEALER'S MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT ONLY THE DEFECTIVE TIRES WOULD BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED CONCERNED ABOUT THE PROPER WEAR OF THE TIRES IF THEY WERE NOT ALL REPLACED.

NHTSA complaint 591023 · 2007 vehicle

I PURCHASED AN FJ CRUISER TOYOTA IN MAY 2006, I DROVE APPROXIMATELY 3000 MILES,AND NOTICED THE TIRES WERE GETTING LOW AND THEN I WOULD ADD AIR AND AGAIN THEY WOULD LOSE AIR. I WENT TO WHEELWORKS AND REPLACED THE TIRES. I THINK THIS VEHICLE SHOULD BE IN THE RECALL.

NHTSA complaint 597687 · 2007 vehicle

Complaints are voluntarily submitted to the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation and are not verified by NHTSA; they represent owner-reported problems, not proven defects. Counts can be useful as a relative quality signal across comparable tires or vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What size tires fit a 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
The OEM tire size for the 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser is 265/70R17 mounted on 7.5x17 wheels. Load index 115, speed rating S. Trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment; confirm against your specific vehicle's driver-door placard before purchase.
Can I run a different tire size on my 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Plus-sizing (larger rim, lower aspect) is possible within ±3% of the OEM overall diameter per the ETRTO safe-fit standard. The Compatible alternative sizes table on this page lists every safe option for the OEM size. Always confirm with the manufacturer or a qualified tire shop before deviating from the placard.
Where can I buy tires for my 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Online tire retailers in our affiliate network carry every size documented for this vehicle. Use the Shop online buttons above to compare prices across them; variance of $20–$40 per tire is common between merchants. The <a href="/tools/tire-install-cost-calculator/">install cost calculator</a> estimates the out-the-door including mount, balance, TPMS, and disposal by state.
What is the recommended tire pressure for the 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
The cold-inflation pressure is printed on the driver-door placard of your specific vehicle and varies by trim, tire size, and loaded vs unloaded condition. Typical OEM front and rear pressures fall between 30 and 36 psi for passenger trims and 32–40 psi for SUV/truck variants, but the placard is the authoritative source.
Can I fit winter tires in a different size on my 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Yes; the standard winter-tire fitment pattern is one width step narrower than OEM (e.g. 225 → 215) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter. Narrower tires increase contact pressure on snow for better traction. The Compatible alternative sizes table includes any winter-friendly options that fall within ±3% OD for this vehicle.
How often should I rotate the tires on my 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Every 5,000–7,500 miles is the typical OEM recommendation for passenger vehicles. AWD vehicles and high-torque trucks benefit from the shorter interval. Documented rotation history is also a tire-warranty prerequisite; most manufacturer treadwear claims require rotation receipts at the warranty inspection.

For broader tire questions; replacement timing, UTQG, EV-specific tires, winter swaps; see the tire FAQ.

Sources for this page

  1. Vehicle owner's manual tire & wheel placard; door-jamb placard on the Toyota FJ Cruiser is the authoritative source for OEM tire size, load index, and cold-inflation pressure for your specific trim.
  2. NHTSA SaferCar; recall lookup for the 2018 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
  3. ETRTO 2024 Standards Manual §2.3; overall-diameter math used for the alternative-size verdicts above.
  4. Tire & Rim Association 2025 Yearbook; load-index to maximum-load reference.

Last verified 2026-09-02.