| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2009 Toyota Tacoma repairs by problem area
Engine (19%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (19%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (26%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 70 repairs.
2009 Toyota Tacoma engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (17%)
$100 - $499 (42%)
< $100 (33%)
Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 76500 mi US $700 |
heat was not coming up to temperature, diagnoised as a bad water pump. Heater core was 50% clogged. Was removed and replaced. |
| 34000 mi US $35 |
Idler pulley bearing was noisy. Happens because of offroading in dirt/mud. Bearing is unsealed from factory. Replaced with sealed bearing. |
2009 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
159-horsepower 2.7L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| 27000 mi US $1400 |
Clutch was slipping, due to unknown reasons, possibly including misuse/abuse from first owner. Drivetrain under warranty (excludes wear items). Clutch was determined to be free from defects. |
2009 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
159-horsepower 2.7L I4 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 104780 mi C $200 |
Performed an injector and induction service (cleaning) to try to get rid of backfiring. It did not fix the issue |
2009 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
159-horsepower 2.7L I4 4-speed automatic RWD
| 47700 mi C $180 |
upstrem O-2 sensor failure...engine light on, replacement sensor $180.00 an installed myself |
2009 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 156000 mi US $150 |
Heat shield mount had rusted through causing heat shield to rattle at certain speeds |
| 10000 mi | Transmission shifted incorrectly. Truck computer reflashed, problem corrected. |
2009 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 89880 mi C $170 |
Needed the fan belt replaced |
2009 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 22000 mi | Valves rattle with 87 octane fuel, all brands. Dealer cleaned throttle body. Had to use higher mid grade. |
| 111000 mi US $850 |
Preventively replaced radiator and supportive hoses |
2009 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed
236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 189000 mi US $300 |
Rusted exhaust clamp, gasket, and bracket. Patched small hole, done. |
2009 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed
159-horsepower 2.7L I4 4-speed automatic RWD
| 110000 mi | Replaced radiator, hoses, thermostat and new antifreeze. Slight smell of antifreeze - most people wouldn't have noticed. |
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