2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Toyota FJ Cruiser 2008

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

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

Other (12%)

Chart based on 49 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (67%)

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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 FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range

26000 mi Replaced driver seat under warranty due to faulty seat lift system. 
42100 mi Recall for tire sensors 
18000 mi FJ Cruiser have major inner fender rips/bulges. Toyota will not admit it is a design flaw. Here's a link for more information. I'm now looking for another 4X4 due to this problem. http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/forums/toyota-fj-cruiser-polls/375 

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4dr SUV

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

27000 mi

US $144
Locking Stay Rod on cargo door rusted badly and becomes disconnected from its bracket. The brackets and stay rod have been replaced. 
72000 mi

US $100
Driver side seat falls or sinks over time 
65000 mi

US $60
Low pressure sensor in tire broken , causing tire to leak air. 

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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Other Problems

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