2012 Toyota Tundra Toyota Tundra 2012

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2012 Toyota Tundra repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (28%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (6%)

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2012 Toyota Tundra engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $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.

2012 Toyota Tundra

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21000 mi Horrible fuel mileage compared to our 2008. Our 2008 got 17 highway, 13 town, and 11 towing my trailer. Our 12 got 13 highway. 10 town and 8 towing my trailer and 4 towing our new enclosed trailer. 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

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

39000 mi

US $160
Vehicle diagnosed with Cam Tower gasket leak. Estimated cost is $2100 and 15 hours labor. Stated out of warranty for 20 days. Dealer agreed to cover all but $400. All engine seals replaced. 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

310-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

64000 mi

US $60
Oil and filter change 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

310-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

120000 mi

US $600
Air injection pump and shutter valve 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

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

24300 mi Each winter if it gets very cold, I get a limp mode that requires tow to dealership, each time they flash it and then it'll happen again the following year. When sold: this year I did not wait for winter. 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed

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

33300 mi Cam tower leak on both sides. 

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2012 Toyota Tundra Engine Problems

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