Common problems
Toyota Land Cruiser common problems
200 Series 2008–2021, 300 Series 2022–present4.0 V64.6 V85.7 V83.5 V6 twin-turbo (300)
Common problems
These are the Toyota Land Cruiser issues our technicians see most often, what causes them, and what putting them right involves. Anything we quote is a fixed price you approve first.
Common problems
What goes wrong, and what it costs.
Brake vibration
- What you notice
- Vibration through the car when braking.
- Usual cause
- Discs warp from weight and heat.
- What we do
- Discs and pads.
Coolant leaks on older V8s
- What you notice
- Sweet smell or low coolant.
- Usual cause
- Water pump or hoses weep.
- What we do
- Replace the pump/hoses, flush the coolant.
Front suspension knocks
- What you notice
- Knocks over rough ground.
- Usual cause
- Worn bushes and ball joints after rough-road use.
- What we do
- Inspect and replace worn parts, alignment.
AC weak in summer
- What you notice
- Weak cooling at idle.
- Usual cause
- Condenser blocked by dust, low gas.
- What we do
- Clean/replace condenser, regas.
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