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2003 Toyota Tacoma repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (18%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2003 Toyota Tacoma brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (63%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

190-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

15000 mi front rotors warped, replaced per dealer warranty 
55000 mi

US $350
tundra rotors and calipers installed 
138000 mi

US $200
front parking brake cable broke 
141000 mi

US $180
Replaced both front calipers which were frozen (4 pistons per caliper), & replaced both rotors that were rusted. Pads ok on both sides 
142000 mi

US $200
rear brake proportioning valve broke off frame. Bracket required replacement but valve was saved. Input brake line broke & was spliced. 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

150-horsepower 2.7L I4 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

60000 mi

US $2000
rear brakes, replace parking brake, 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

150-horsepower 2.7L I4 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

143000 mi

US $550
new front pads, rotors turned, rear brakes cleaned reset 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma Brake Problems

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