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1998 Chevrolet Prizm repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (33%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repairs.
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1998 Chevrolet Prizm repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1998 Chevrolet Prizm 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

Chevrolet in Vermont, United States
Feb 2010 - Mar 2013
Dec 2010

138000 mi

US $6
Driver's side door would not latch. Lubricated mechanism and rewired door-pull. 
May 2011

139000 mi

US $450
Rear struts were worn and car wouldn't pass inspection. 
Nov 2011

140000 mi

US $250
Replaced clutch 
Chevrolet in Wisconsin, United States
Jan 2010 - Nov 2013
Oct 2011

103000 mi

US $1200
New control arms, brakes with rotors, oil change, tire rotation 

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1998 Chevrolet Prizm 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Chevrolet in Missouri, United States
Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010

147000 mi

US $50
One night returning home, I noticed I didn't have any headlights. I drove him with the high beams on. The daytime running lights and headlights wouldn't turn on when should've. They'd take turns being off or even at same time... 
Chevrolet in California, United States
Feb 2010 - Jul 2011
Jul 2010

126000 mi

US $270
bad starter - replaced with rebuilt 

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1998 Chevrolet Prizm Repair Histories

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