2002 Toyota Tundra Toyota Tundra 2002

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2002 Toyota Tundra repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (7%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (8%)

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2002 Toyota Tundra brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (63%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

245-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

318000 mi

US $92
Replaced driver rear drum. Replaced front pads, and rear shoes with full spring kit 
91300 mi

US $300
Brake pump and master cylinder were both failing; both replaced. 

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2002 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

245-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

186200 mi

US $500
The parking brake cables and bellcranks were frozen and needed replacement. Likely from non-use prior to owning vehicle. 
169700 mi

US $400
Had my third failed caliper in 14 months. Replaced the front right caliper which was replaced 14 months ago. The front left failed 9 months ago. 
176800 mi

US $450
Caliper stopped working on front drivers side. Both front calipers have failed twice in 2.5 years. Most recent time brake lines were replaced to calipers. Hope brake line replacement fixes issues. 
127000 mi

US $750
Both front calipers seized, requiring replacement of entire front brakes (calipers, rotors, pads). 
225000 mi

US $200
Brake caliper pistons frozen 

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2002 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

190-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

174000 mi

US $240
replaced front pads, resurfaced rotors, cleaned rear brakes 

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2002 Toyota Tundra Brake Problems

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