Toyota LandCruiser Prado J120 Inspection Checklist

lowRear hatch hinge cracking

Look for: Rear barn door hinge mount can crack, especially on examples with heavy rear-mounted accessories (spare wheel carriers, etc).

If you find it: Welded reinforcement. Avoid heavy rear-mounted accessories.

Any · ~$200-400

lowSteering damper failure

Look for: Steering damper wears causing slight wander.

If you find it: Replacement damper - easy DIY.

From 120k+ km · ~$150-300

lowFront swivel hub seal leaks

Look for: Front swivel hub seals weep over time, EP oil onto brake assembly.

If you find it: Reseal kit. Weekend DIY job.

From 150k+ km · ~$200-400 DIY

lowCentre diff actuator (lock fault)

Look for: Centre differential lock actuator can fail, triggering 4WD warning lights.

If you find it: Actuator replacement. Diagnosis required to confirm vs sensor issue.

From 150k+ km · ~$400-800

lowWater pump weep

Look for: Water pump bearing wears causing coolant weep.

If you find it: Water pump during major service.

From 150k+ km · ~$500-900

LandCruiser Prado J120 (120 Series) inspection checklist