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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

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

Other (0%)

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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (38%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (19%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Chevrolet Monte Carlo in New York, United States
Jun 2013 - Jun 2015
Sep 2013

131000 mi

US $1225
Solenoid failed and the trans to shift out of third gear. 
Apr 2014

146000 mi

US $185
Rear Sway bars replaced Catalytic convertor down pipe Replaced water pump and plastic water elbows with aluminum ones. 
Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Manitoba, Canada
Jan 2013 - Jan 2022
Oct 2017

70680 mi

C $25
replaced right rear caliper bolt 
May 2018

70680 mi

C $300
Noticed clunking noise from front end. Checked and replaced both outer tie rod ends and both lower control arms complete with new lower ball joints. 
Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2012 - Jun 2022
Apr 2012

57040 mi

C $591
Max-flow air sensor Compressor leaks 
Jul 2012

58900 mi

C $800
New compressor 
Jan 2013

C $150
Tie rod and alignment 
Apr 2013

70680 mi

C $650
Climate control fan 
May 2013

70880 mi

C $900
Exhaust system 
May 2014

75520 mi
Compresssor faulty repair shop would not replace even though they replaced it 2yrs ago and car was not winter driven 
Sep 2014

76880 mi
Control arm for knob fan on climate control system 
Sep 2017

80600 mi

C $585
Muffler 
Aug 2021

104780 mi

C $3000
Seal Leaks 
Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013

95000 mi

US $1400
Catalytic converter had to be replaced Replaced steering column 

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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Alabama, United States
Sep 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018

210000 mi

US $200
Exhaust system repair 
Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Alabama, United States
Mar 2013 - Jan 2022
Sep 2016

52000 mi

US $500
Original exhaust resonator rusted through. Exhaust system replaced from there back. 
Feb 2017

52000 mi
Front OEM sway bar comes from factory hollow; rusted through on right side and busted. Not a safety issue, just some clunking during turns. Bought a solid steel replacement from 1AAuto.com and had my mechanic install. 
Jul 2018

53745 mi

US $400
Leak developed in system effectively shutting down the compressor. Sealed and recharged. This portion of the repair was $100. One front axle replaced. Boot had developed a leak, lube leaked out, components were dry and ready to fail. There was no symptom but I had asked my tech to do a undercarriage check while on the lift. This part of job was $300. 
Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Ohio, United States
Feb 2012 - Jul 2013
Oct 2012

98200 mi

US $590
both front wheel bearings needed to be replaced. some other supension parts where also fixed. 
Jun 2013

103000 mi

US $900
water pump and ever thing that goes with it. 
Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Michigan, United States
Aug 2010 - Nov 2010
Nov 2010

109000 mi

US $415
Car only started intermittently. Starter was replaced. 

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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Repair Histories

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