Review: 1st-gen Toyota Fortuner

dilipkumar7278 · 20th February 2010, 13:08

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Originally Posted by CARDEEP

Is is possible in India to procure & fit rear discs fitted in this SUV, accordingly map the ABS?

Probably this could answer to owners anxiety while braking...

If at all its possible will Toyotta honour warranty then?

GTO · 20th February 2010, 14:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by CARDEEP

Is is possible in India to procure & fit rear discs fitted in this SUV, accordingly map the ABS?

Adding rear discs is a very complex modification, and NOT recommended from the after-market. The braking system is most crucial to your safety. Ideally, Toyota will read all this feedback and offer rear discs sooner rather than later.

For now, the best solution is to go in for stronger front brakes. I hear Petes had a Fortuner brake upgrade kit.

magikrider · 20th February 2010, 17:03

Hi Guys,

I read a lot about the brakes problem on this SUV and also that the ride and handling in Pajero is much better.. so is it possible to replace the brakes to better ones on all four and also maybe install a tuning box like the Pete's??? and what about the pajero.. can you install something like Pete's tuning box in the Pajero too?

and if done that which of the two would be a better overall?

also I just saw these amazing audio/video systems on fortuners on youtube. can something like this be done?

links:

YouTube - JVC KW-AVX800 in TOYOTA FORTUNER : Demo and Instructions with iPHONE

YouTube - Jc New Toyota Fortuner Upgrade

AUTO_CRAZY · 21st February 2010, 02:35

sahil is it that the Endy brake feel is also same as Fortuner!!!! . Is it the feeling that the brakes are poor?. I think the braking distance of Fortuner is great , it is only the feeling of the pedal thats soft. I did a test drive car and it is failry good .

AUTO_CRAZY · 21st February 2010, 02:39

Dilip , thats a great mileage . Good luck . Hmm Good to hear Toyota Dealers do better service.

KSM-Vtec · 21st February 2010, 12:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTO

Adding rear discs is a very complex modification, and NOT recommended from the after-market. The braking system is most crucial to your safety. Ideally, Toyota will read all this feedback and offer rear discs sooner rather than later.

For now, the best solution is to go in for stronger front brakes. I hear Petes had a Fortuner brake upgrade kit.

True. Hope they are reading.

But i really wonder if it is going to be easy for them to offer rear discs soon.

Maybe the face lifted fortuner sometime next year will offer that.

AUTO_CRAZY · 27th February 2010, 08:32

I dont think Fortuner is having Rear Disc anywhere in the world ( any other market)

GTO · 27th February 2010, 19:54

Unfortunately, I think you may just be right AutoCrazy. Another member (ex-Fortuner owner from Dubai) had posted exactly the same comment on Fortuners sold in the middle east, and how their brakes sucked as well!

But my question is : So what if the Fortuner isn't sold with rear disc brakes anywhere in the world? No better time for Toyota to make amends.

v1kram · 27th February 2010, 20:29

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Originally Posted by AUTO_CRAZY

I dont think Fortuner is having Rear Disc anywhere in the world ( any other market)

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTO

Unfortunately, I think you may just be right AutoCrazy. Another member (ex-Fortuner owner from Dubai) had posted exactly the same comment on Fortuners sold in the middle east, and how their brakes sucked as well!

But my question is : So what if the Fortuner isn't sold with rear disc brakes anywhere in the world? No better time for Toyota to make amends.

True. Even the V6 4.0 version doesn't come with rear discs, after changing the tyres from Bridgestone H/T to H/L there is a little difference, but nothing great to say. Vehicle has covered 93000+ kms, will put a short review once it completes 2 years (April 10)

Ricky_63 · 27th February 2010, 20:42

A "source" tells me that post March the Fortuner will be getting rear wheel disc brakes. They have received (or maybe read) negative feedback from customers & forums such as ours.

Hope it happens sooner than later !!

Cheers

sbraj · 28th February 2010, 08:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTO

Unfortunately, I think you may just be right AutoCrazy. Another member (ex-Fortuner owner from Dubai) had posted exactly the same comment on Fortuners sold in the middle east, and how their brakes sucked as well!

But my question is : So what if the Fortuner isn't sold with rear disc brakes anywhere in the world? No better time for Toyota to make amends.

Fortuner is in the market since 2005. Wondering how come Toyota did not take any step to correct the brakes so far. Or is this an issue with new models only?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ricky_63

A "source" tells me that post March the Fortuner will be getting rear wheel disc brakes. They have received (or maybe read) negative feedback from customers & forums such as ours.

Hope it happens sooner than later !!

Is this India specific or global? I am not able to comprehend why Toyota would fix the problem only in India. Or is it that customers in other countries are fine with the brakes?

Ricky_63 · 28th February 2010, 10:34

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Originally Posted by sbraj

Fortuner is in the market since 2005. Wondering how come Toyota did not take any step to correct the brakes so far. Or is this an issue with new models only?

Is this India specific or global? I am not able to comprehend why Toyota would fix the problem only in India. Or is it that customers in other countries are fine with the brakes?

I think it is going to be Global. The negative publicity that Toyota has received globally recently is very embarrassing for the company of such repute. Where people swear by "THE TOYOTA RELIABILITY"

Well let us hope the braking issue is addressed lest they recall Fortuner to rectify a "braking issue"..I am sure that Toyota is aware of the inadequate brakes they are selling the Fortuner with.

sdp1975 · 28th February 2010, 12:55

Braking complaints on Fortuner :

Toyota Fortuner Complaints - lack of

hpzone · 28th February 2010, 14:36

[quote=sdp1975;1756835]Braking complaints on Fortuner :

Toyota Fortuner Complaints - lack of[/QUOTE

Where is the Quality Revolution TOYOTA? I think they got carried away by the success and forgot the basics. Brakes are the most important part of an automobile

Reading the link I wonder why no reaction from Toyota yet. May be TEAM BHP need to escalate the matter to press. Moderators, This definitely deserves a new thread,

Looking at how they are treating Fortuner (20L plus) I will be scared to buy a small hatch made for developing world (call Etios)

dameem · 28th February 2010, 17:27

yesterday I was talking to my friend who is one of the first owners of ---------.

He said the his car has been taken to the workshop with a compliant of brake failure. It seems that Toyota people have promised to rectify the problem. he seems to have the impression that rear brakes will be converted into a disc brake.

In fact I was also hoping for something like that to happen because I am waiting for my fortuner to be delivered April end. Hope by that time Toyota will change the rear brake to disks. Or is it just my wishful thinking?

21st February 2010, 02:35	#424
AUTO_CRAZY BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 86 Thanked: 6 Times	sahil is it that the Endy brake feel is also same as Fortuner!!!! . Is it the feeling that the brakes are poor?. I think the braking distance of Fortuner is great , it is only the feeling of the pedal thats soft. I did a test drive car and it is failry good .
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21st February 2010, 02:39	#425
AUTO_CRAZY BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 86 Thanked: 6 Times	Dilip , thats a great mileage . Good luck . Hmm Good to hear Toyota Dealers do better service.
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27th February 2010, 08:32	#427
AUTO_CRAZY BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 86 Thanked: 6 Times	I dont think Fortuner is having Rear Disc anywhere in the world ( any other market)
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27th February 2010, 19:54	#428
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 71,294 Thanked: 307,295 Times View My Garage	Unfortunately, I think you may just be right AutoCrazy. Another member (ex-Fortuner owner from Dubai) had posted exactly the same comment on Fortuners sold in the middle east, and how their brakes sucked as well! But my question is : So what if the Fortuner isn't sold with rear disc brakes anywhere in the world? No better time for Toyota to make amends.
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27th February 2010, 20:42	#430
Ricky_63 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 3,885 Thanked: 519 Times View My Garage	A "source" tells me that post March the Fortuner will be getting rear wheel disc brakes. They have received (or maybe read) negative feedback from customers & forums such as ours. Hope it happens sooner than later !! Cheers
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28th February 2010, 12:55	#433
sdp1975 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,714 Thanked: 1,274 Times View My Garage	Braking complaints on Fortuner : Toyota Fortuner Complaints - lack of
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28th February 2010, 14:36	#434
hpzone BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 142 Thanked: 2 Times	[quote=sdp1975;1756835]Braking complaints on Fortuner : Toyota Fortuner Complaints - lack of[/QUOTE Where is the Quality Revolution TOYOTA? I think they got carried away by the success and forgot the basics. Brakes are the most important part of an automobile Reading the link I wonder why no reaction from Toyota yet. May be TEAM BHP need to escalate the matter to press. Moderators, This definitely deserves a new thread, Looking at how they are treating Fortuner (20L plus) I will be scared to buy a small hatch made for developing world (call Etios) Last edited by hpzone : 28th February 2010 at 14:40.
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28th February 2010, 17:27	#435
dameem Newbie Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 12 Thanked: 2 Times	yesterday I was talking to my friend who is one of the first owners of ---------. He said the his car has been taken to the workshop with a compliant of brake failure. It seems that Toyota people have promised to rectify the problem. he seems to have the impression that rear brakes will be converted into a disc brake. In fact I was also hoping for something like that to happen because I am waiting for my fortuner to be delivered April end. Hope by that time Toyota will change the rear brake to disks. Or is it just my wishful thinking?
	() Thanks