2008 Toyota Sequoia Toyota Sequoia 2008

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2008 Toyota Sequoia repairs by problem area

Engine (44%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (5%)

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2008 Toyota Sequoia electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (58%)

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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.

2008 Toyota Sequoia 4dr SUV

381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

226000 mi

US $750
The magnetic clutch failed on the compressor in such a way that it wasn’t possible to just replace clutch. Replaced compressor with a denso part as original and works perfect now. 
167000 mi

US $88
Replaced the electric fan on the radiator that comes on when needed. It had failed 

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2008 Toyota Sequoia 4dr SUV

381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

110000 mi

US $12
Replaced burned out low beam driver side 
139000 mi

US $25
changed bulb 
39000 mi

US $1100
Drivers side window would squeak when rolling up and down. Dealer disassembled door and lubed window tracks and mechanisms. 
35834 mi Tried the fourth time to find the prob with the heater. The drivers side system will be on cool and all at once it starts putting out heat (a very high level of heat). Mech sez it looks like a design prob. To keep on Auto for best results. 
125000 mi

US $150
Was taking awhile to start. They replaced the battery. 
94000 mi Replaced blower motor. 
135000 mi intermittent starting issues. dash lit up like christmas tree. took to dealer to read codes. dealer had to bring in task force to diagnose. ended up being the starter. 
129200 mi

US $500
Faulty fuel gauge. 
170000 mi

US $1200
In dash module to divert air to varying vents. 
83000 mi Right side mirror failed to retract. Replaced mirror under extended warranty. 

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2008 Toyota Sequoia Electrical Problems

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