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2008 Toyota Corolla repairs by problem area

Engine (47%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

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2008 Toyota Corolla electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (55%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

132685 mi

US $750
Air conditioning hasn't worked in two years. Compressor replaced. 
143300 mi

US $120
Had to replace the washer motor. Mechanic suspects this was caused by using Rain-X fluid (FYI). 
49600 mi

C $80
Battery needed to be replaced 

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2008 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

76250 mi

US $98
Replace battery. One cell was dead on old one. 
37200 mi map light does not stay on. dealer stated that there was corrosion on the wires. 
43000 mi

US $150
Battery was totally drained. Vehicle was not used for 2 months. 
52500 mi

US $60
change tires in end of may, tpms sensor light came on had to buy 2 sensors for replacement 
68000 mi

US $130
dead battery toyota true start 84 only lasted 29 months 
54500 mi

US $250
The horn didn't work. A wire had come loose. 
77100 mi Replaced battery 

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2008 Toyota Corolla 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

124000 mi

A $25
Two blown globes in rear, blew again as soon as new fitted. Found possible short and repaired (didnt think it would make a difference, but it did!) 

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2008 Toyota Corolla Electrical Problems

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