2003 Toyota Tacoma Toyota Tacoma 2003

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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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (38%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (25%)

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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 5-speed manual RWD

191000 mi

US $700
Had right front wheel bearing replaced, along with front shocks (First MAJOR repair this vehicle has had) 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

190-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

33000 mi

US $450
power steering pump, out of warranty due to time greater than 36 months. 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

190-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

183830 mi

C $1000
Steering felt loose, and some clunking heard when driving over bumpy road. Replaced tie-rod ends, and one steering rack bushing. 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

142-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

81000 mi Replaced all shock absorbers. 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

190-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

193000 mi

US $600
Replace steering rack 
50000 mi

US $200
Power Steering Pump 
151000 mi

US $550
Rear leaf spring cracked. 

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2003 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

142-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

210000 mi

US $92
Replaced lower ball joint on driver side 

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