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2008 Toyota Tacoma repairs by problem area

Engine (12%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (33%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (2%)

Chart based on 52 repairs.
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2008 Toyota Tacoma engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (33%)

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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 Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

112000 mi

US $800
Leaking water pump replaced. 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

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

138000 mi sometimes after my pickup is driven a short distance (less than a mile) and shut off it will not start again for about 30min. it will start and run about 1-2 seconds and die. you can let it set for 30-40 minutes and it will do fine. no CEL or codes. 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

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

102300 mi

C $95
Exhaust flange 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

90000 mi

US $180
Check engine light - maint check. Replaced trans fluid 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

270000 mi

US $450
Idler pulleys were making a whining noise. All 3 were replaced. 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

159-horsepower 2.7L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

29000 mi

US $200
Air/Fuel ratio sensor went bad - replaced by me with Denso sensor from Advance Auto. 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma Engine Problems

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