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2008 Toyota Tacoma repairs by problem area

Engine (12%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (33%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

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

Other (2%)

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2008 Toyota Tacoma brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (40%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

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

104200 mi

C $2200
Rear left park brake cable broken. Replaced both rear park brake cables. 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

120900 mi

C $800
replaced font calipers, pads, rotors. Left front caliper was seized, resulting in poor braking and spongy brakes. I also replaced the master cylinder but this was not a necessary repair. 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

159000 mi

US $1078
replaced front brake rotors and pads 
171000 mi

US $450
vibration from front end, replaced brakes pads and rotors 

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2008 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

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

3130 mi CUST STATES: THAT THERE IS A VIB RATION WHEN BRAKING ~|~ROTORS ARE WARPED ~|~RESURFACED BOTH FRONT ROTORS  

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2008 Toyota Tacoma Brake Problems

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