2003 Toyota Tundra Toyota Tundra 2003

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2003 Toyota Tundra repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (9%)

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2003 Toyota Tundra suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

245-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

153000 mi

US $1200
Replace OEM shocks. Shocks were original equipment with 150,000+ miles on them. Other suspension components, also original equipment, were ok. Had a 4-wheel alignment and balanced the tires (26,000+ miles on the tread) when shocks replaced. 
179900 mi

US $1500
rack leaking, replaced 

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2003 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

245-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

55000 mi

US $550
Broke LF strut eye mount on a whoopy-de-doo. Replaced wit ha pair of KYBs. 
180000 mi

US $3000
Replaced rear passenger wheel bearing. Replaced front struts, suspension, and other associated work. 
112220 mi

C $250
Replaced factory front and rear shocks. 
149420 mi Rusted lines leaking top up fluid 
149420 mi Rusted steering lines; would have cost $1,200 to repair. No point given rusted frame. 

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2003 Toyota Tundra Suspension Problems

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