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2008 Toyota 4Runner repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (20%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 102 repairs.
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2008 Toyota 4Runner other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

33000 mi passenger seat starting to pop, click and rattle like the driver seat did. The dealer replaced some foam in the lumbar support, which decrerased the noise, but I need to take it back. 
36000 mi Passenger seat creaked and popped when turning corner (car flexes) when someone is in the seat. 
38000 mi Replaced Passenger seat frame because of clicking and popping from seat frame. 
176000 mi

US $1500
Replaced latches on all but one door, didn’t have any more panic alarms until the end of this last winter. Still have one original door latch, though. 

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2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

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2008 Toyota 4Runner 4dr SUV

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

45000 mi

US $125
Check Engine Light was related to a faulty fuel cap that allowed oxygen to enter the engine and set of check engine light. Replaced Fuel Cap 

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2008 Toyota 4Runner Other Problems

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