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2008 Toyota Yaris repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (2%)

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2008 Toyota Yaris brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Toyota Yaris 2dr Hatch

106-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

130000 mi

US $580
One caliper was stuck and wore pad. I had both calipers, pads and rotors replaced. 
65800 mi

US $350
Replaced Front Brake Rotors and Pads 
46000 mi

US $600
Rear speed sensors and wiring harnesses replaced. 
108000 mi Rear drum brakes made an annoying squeak every time you released either the brake pedal or parking brake. Was told the drum slides needed lubrication, problem fixed 
40000 mi Brake issues on and off since 30,000 miles. 
109317 mi

US $1014
OEM brakes 100% worn, replaced front rotors and pads Adjusted rear/e-brake, 50% wear 

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2008 Toyota Yaris 2dr Hatch

106-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

64480 mi i talked to the manager in regards to this braking abs malfunction. the dealer ordered parts to repair the problem at no cost. very satisfied and professional manager. number 7 toyota. 
250480 mi

C $480
Replaced front pads and rotors 
12000 mi Rear brakes required adjustment. They were also cleaned. I noticed no problems during operation. 
14000 mi Rear brakes were not properly adjusted in the factory. They were adjusted during State Inspection. 
76000 mi

US $125
Parking brake locked up and would not release on rear driver side. Jacked up car and went at it with a dead blow hammer but could not get brake to release. Finally had to tow it to neighborhood shop to get the brake freed up. 

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2008 Toyota Yaris Brake Problems

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