Land Cruiser has a ride problem

[RideWithYanu]

To clarify, when I said “backorder,” I didn’t mean a custom order. By the end of 2025, no dealers had inventory—you had to put money down on incoming stock. Most 2026 models were already reserved before arrival. I called every dealership in Arizona and found only one available, and we put $1,000 down on it.

We were only able to test a blue 2025 model at one dealer. I didn’t notice this issue on that vehicle, which suggests it’s either related to the 2026 strut changes or poor rebound damping in the shocks that Toyota is unwilling to address.

Would be interesting if you could drive a different 2026 model to see if you feel any difference. Could be on to something with the strut changes

 

[LCDakota]

To clarify, when I said “backorder,” I didn’t mean a custom order. By the end of 2025, no dealers had inventory—you had to put money down on incoming stock. Most 2026 models were already reserved before arrival. I called every dealership in Arizona and found only one available, and we put $1,000 down on it.

We were only able to test a blue 2025 model at one dealer. (we didn't want blue)I didn’t notice this issue on that vehicle, which suggests it’s either related to the 2026 strut changes or poor rebound damping in the shocks that Toyota is unwilling to address.

I own a ‘25 (overall a solid ride) and now I’m curious to test drive a ‘26 to see if I feel a difference.

 

[LCOceans]

To hear ride feel is problematic in the LC doesn't even make sense to me. My 24 FE is like butter. Smoothest driving vehicle I have owned.
You may be on to something about possible changes with the struts in 2026.

 

[WookieBait]

To hear ride feel is problematic in the LC doesn't even make sense to me. My 24 FE is like butter. Smoothest driving vehicle I have owned.
You may be on to something about possible changes with the struts in 2026.

It's a body on frame SUV. It rides and drives like shit compared to modern vehicles. But it rides better than any of my previous body on frame vehicles. I think it's about as good as it can be short of spending G wagon money.

 

[LCOceans]

I guess I haven't spent enough on quality vehicles to know better.

 

[Trail250]

Still running stock suspension on my 2024, and rides good on and off road. Especially off-road, it feels more planted and capable. Just need a good set of tires.

 

[Defender-LC]

Only better riding vehicle was my 24 defender 110 X dynamic with air suspension. That was amazing and my 25 LCLC CL is very close.

 

[Sugarloafer80]

My goodness has the world become overun with nancies and pussies.................its a go anywhere, tougher than sin Land Cruiser, you weenies need to migrate to Range Rover world.

 

[blkcctsent]

My goodness has the world become overun with nancies and pussies.................its a go anywhere, tougher than sin Land Cruiser, you weenies need to migrate to Range Rover world.

Ok guess im a pussy but my lifted chevy and my lifted offroad camper van dont have the same rebound dampening issue. Dick

 

[RideWithYanu]

Ok guess im a pussy but my lifted chevy and my lifted offroad camper van dont have the same rebound dampening issue. Dick

I want to see this off-road camper van! I love all types of off-roaders.

 

[Blue Sky]

I think @blkcctsent is on to something.
I just cross referenced my recently taken off front shock part number and see the shock is now listed with new, replacement number: 48510-80D43.

 

[blkcctsent]

I want to see this off-road camper van! I love all types of off-roaders.

Now that I have it, I want something even more capable. It is no LC but it actually has more ground clearance and gets us to some fun spots off the forest roads.

 

[RideWithYanu]

Now that I have it, I want something even more capable. It is no LC but it actually has more ground clearance and gets us to some fun spots off the forest roads.

Sweeeet. Beautiful color too.

 

[cvx5832LC]

I think @blkcctsent is on to something.
I just cross referenced my recently taken off front shock part number and see the shock is now listed with new, replacement number: 48510-80D43.

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Nice. I'll swap these in when I get a chance. Doesn't seem expensive, either at ~$140. Mine is a '24. Not that it rides like crap at the moment but this thread has me curious.

 

[ultane]

2026, I HATE the ride. It is so busy and unsettled, Ive owned many 4x4 trucks modified and not modified. This feels tuned incorrectly, never stops vibrating on tiny road cracks. Toyota wont help me out unfortunately. 1900 miles.

Miss Daisy’s tires were inflated to 55 psi when I drove her home from the Dealer at the end of July ‘24. Once I deflated the Michelins to 33 PSI (door jamb) she rode much better.

 

[RideWithYanu]

Miss Daisy’s tires were inflated to 55 psi when I drove her home from the Dealer at the end of July ‘24. Once I deflated the Michelins to 33 PSI (door jamb) she rode much better.

Crazy how often dealers forget (or don’t care) to reduce the shipping pressure when they do their setup.

 

[ultane]

Crazy how often dealers forget (or don’t care) to reduce the shipping pressure when they do their setup.

IKR!?

 

[Sugarloafer80]

Ok guess im a pussy but my lifted chevy and my lifted offroad camper van dont have the same rebound dampening issue. Dick

Removed -- Admin -- Keep it family friendly.

 

[Code54]

I recently made a deal to trade in my 2025 for a 2026. I’ll report back after picking it up to let you know if there are any noticeable differences in the ride.

 

[LCDakota]

I recently made a deal to trade in my 2025 for a 2026. I’ll report back after picking it up to let you know if there are any noticeable differences in the ride.

Curious, what led to that decision?