Toyota Prerunner owners have reported 5 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Power Train problems | |
| Axle Shaft Seal problems | |
| Transmission Failure problems |
500 mile service reported transmission jumping from first to second. First machanic said needs new transmission. Got truck back truck was jumping all over the road on bumps, mechanis said needs two shocks one fron and one back. Read details...
My daughter was making a right hand turn on a city street when the ball joint broke away, the left side tire snapped off. It was still stuck to the brake rotor and suspension. It ruined the brake also. The tow truck even had problems picking it up. Read details...
Rear axle seals on vehicle need replacing. Has lead to damage of rear brakes and rotors that will in turn need to be replaced. Why is this not a recall or some bulletin to owners as this could be a dangerous equipment failure? car has 75k miles and very well maintained, no off road use. Read details...
Vehicle surges as if auto transmission is down shifting abruptly when coasting to a stop at an intersection and while creeping in traffic (after removing foot from brake pedal allowing vehicle to roll after coming to complete stop). Read details...