Toyota Problems

Are you having problems with your Toyota? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Toyota issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Toyota in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Toyota LandCruiser Prado 2005: Do I need a new turbo?
Answered by Graham Smith · 03 May 2019

I doubt that you have a turbo problem, but you need to have a mechanic check to be sure. A mechanic would be able to find the cause of your problem and fix it.

Toyota Crown 1985: Buying tips
Answered by Graham Smith · 03 May 2019

The Crown was a well-built, reliable car in its day, but you’re buying an old car so you should expect to have problems due to age and presumably high kilometres. The best thing to do is to contact a Toyota club and ask them for advice. They are the experts and should be able to help you.

Toyota Corolla 2004: Is my car a lemon?
Answered by Graham Smith · 19 Apr 2019

No, it’s not normal, but it doesn’t mean it’s a lemon. It might only be a minor problem, so have a mechanic check it for you.

Toyota Yaris: Key replacement
Answered by Malcolm Flynn · 09 May 2019

The cost for replacing your car keys will depend on the variant and year. If you have a spare you can go to an automotive locksmith, but if not you will need to talk to your dealer. You can read more about how to replace your car keys here.

Which big family cars do you recommend?
Answered by Graham Smith · 03 May 2019

I don’t believe there’s an SUV that would meet your needs. The best and most sensible solution would be a peoplemover, like a Toyota Tarago, Hyundai iMax, VW Transporter.

Toyota Kluger 2017: Fuel
Answered by Graham Smith · 26 Apr 2019

How do you know how many litres are in the tank when it’s “running on fumes”? Unless you drain the tank, you don’t.

What large sedans do you recommend?
Answered by Graham Smith · 05 Apr 2019

When buying a used car no matter the make or model the most important things are condition and service history. Buy the best car you can afford within your budget, one with a full and creditable service history. The Toyota Camry and Mazda6 are good reliable vehicles.

Toyota HiLux 2014: Fuse problems
Answered by Graham Smith · 05 Apr 2019

I doubt the airbag is on the same fuse as the cruise and horn, so it might be something else, but checking the fuses is a good starting point.

Toyota Camry: Key replacement cost
Answered by Malcolm Flynn · 09 May 2019

Without knowing more information it's hard to know if you could find a better alternative. If you want more information on cheap and quick solutions for replacing key fobs you can read this.

Toyota Corolla: Key fob replcement
Answered by Malcolm Flynn · 09 May 2019

The cost will depend on the variant and year, and if you go to your dealer or not. You can read more about how to replace your car keys here.

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