Transmission out at 125,000 big hassle replacing.
Head gasket recall - had to have fixed.
Engine out at 139,000 - expensive and hassle.
Constant brake problems (mostly front end)
Rear window motor went out at 130,000.
Recent front end recall is something I have been noticing was a problem for years toyota had said it wasn't - till now.
Interior is well suited for a short person - taller than 5'7 it's a head banger.
Handles well with the exception of the recent recall problem.
Engine not strong enough for it's size - it's a dog.
Head gasket recall fixed eventually caused demise of engine and replacing it was very difficult since one can't simply purchase an engine from Toyota.
Have a service memo that proves toyota was aware
of the problem which caused tranny to go out - and the memo is dated months BEFORE the vehicle
was built by Toyota.
I believe Toyota was also aware of several
mechanical defects and still built the vehicles
and sold them as if there wasn't any problems.
My one hasn't had anything wrong with it since I bought it new in 1992. It's a great family, work and getaway anywhere car, and you're nuts if you can't give it great raps. It's an awesome car, better than my V8 cruiser and F350 4wd's. You need to rethink your survey buddy.
A mechanic from Australia.
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