2003 Buick LeSabre Buick LeSabre 2003

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2003 Buick LeSabre repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (17%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

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

Other (8%)

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2003 Buick LeSabre repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (42%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Buick LeSabre 4dr Sedan

205-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Buick LeSabre in New York, United States
Jun 2017 - Sep 2019
Jun 2018

63000 mi

US $500
AC was down a pound of refrigerant after 15 years of use. The system was evacuated and recharged. rear air shocks & front struts replaced 
Aug 2019

70000 mi

US $430
tire valve stem leaking and replaced rotors and pads worn out 
Buick LeSabre in Tennessee, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Feb 2018

159000 mi

US $15
Hold down bracket holding rear passenger brake line just behind front passenger tire broke allowing brake line to rub and rupture line over time. Went to pull a part. Pulled brake line and hold downs. Replaced all very easily. Did have problem bleeding lines, but only because I missed tightening up one fitting allowing air into system. 
Buick LeSabre in Alabama, United States
- Mar 2012
Jan 2006

24396 mi

US $212
Replaced battery. 
Mar 2006

27493 mi

US $517
Replaced ignition module. 
Jan 2007

33000 mi

US $282
Replaced intake manifold gasket. 
Sep 2010

62738 mi

US $349
Replace front motor mount. 
Oct 2010

63175 mi
Replaced catalytic converter and muffer. Under emissions warranty. 
Mar 2012

72000 mi
Diagnosed failing body control module. Could not tell which one until it failed again. Car unsafe to drive. We did not repair, left car at dealer and traded it in. 
Buick LeSabre in Ontario, Canada
- May 2010
Sep 2009

45880 mi

C $1734
Rebuild trans. after torque convertor solenoids wore into the inner case & caused the trans. to feel like the car had a engine miss. took out the splines on the shaft for 4th gear. New parts have an up-date to stop this. 

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2003 Buick LeSabre Repair Histories

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