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Expensive Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (27%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (2%)

Chart based on 287 repairs.
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Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban repair cost distribution

$2500+ (23%)

$1000 - $2499 (77%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 179 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

355-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

68820 mi

C $1100
A/C not working. Shop diagnosed condenser needed replacement. After replacing condenser, A/C stopped working 2 days later. Brought back to shop and they said there was a leak somewhere between the compressor and the second (rear) Evaporator core. Cost to trace / replace rear A/C lines prohibitive (Excess of $2000) Capped rear lines at front of vehicle disabling rear AC. Replaced faulty front passenger side wheel bearing and carrier assembly. Replaced front pads and rotors. Performed regular brake maintenance on remainder of braking system. 

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2017 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

355-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

82000 mi

US $3800
AC was hot. Shop found double evaporator failure. 

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2015 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

355-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

61700 mi

US $1700
Magnetic ride control both front shocks leaking. Vehicle rumbled and bounced at lower speeds. No after market sources of part. $1200 parts $400 labor! I CANT BELIEVE THIS SYSTEM ISNT COVERED UNDER 100 K DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY.... 
134000 mi

US $800
Rear hatch struts and tailgate actuator replaced, they froze halfway closed. This fixed it. 

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2015 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

355-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

74000 mi

US $2450
Magneride front strut replacement 
98000 mi

US $400
click in steering at low speed. Bearing race in steering wheel replaced. Owner diagnosed.. TSB exists. 
32860 mi

C $100
Very poor light output from Halogen,so i installed 35 Watt HID's and it was a major improvement in visible light when driving at night.Halogen were pathetic. 
38440 mi

C $150
Alignment and ball joint check. 
49600 mi

C $2400
Rebuilt due to ongoing torque converter problems.It was replaced and the trans rebuilt to much better standards than factory with upgraded parts.SOOO much better. 
60140 mi

C $500
1 Pad on front rotors were stuck resulting uneven wear. 
62000 mi

C $750
Known factory Condenser leak.Replaced with a better part as no GM part available. 

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2015 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

355-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

68000 mi

US $250
Passenger heated seat was not heating across the whole seat. Replaced part. 
74000 mi

US $400
Trunk pistons failed after being inconsistent to open on first key press or handle press for about 2 weeks. 
119000 mi

US $5000
Torque converter pump failed and burned out the transmission. Full power loss was experienced. 

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2014 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

60140 mi

C $2000
Pads and rotors all around including brake fluid flush. 
110360 mi

C $200
Mechanic attempted to repair leaking AC lines instead of replacing. I will be returning to the mechanic to have the issue rectified 

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2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

70060 mi

C $1500
Brakes all around replaced. One air shock replaced. 
70060 mi

C $900
Driver's door grab handle was broken. You could only order the entire interior door panel. $800. I had to also go to a junk yard to find one more trim piece that was unfortunately not included. I was able to trade the old panel that had the chrome door pull handle as well as the heated and cooled seat control for the small trim pieces that were missing. I also ordered and put new stickers over the worn off HVAC control buttons to make them look new again. 

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2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

51000 mi

US $248
battery started leaking at the positive lug and corroded the positive battery cable. 
70000 mi

US $1000
passenger side rear view mirror would not close or extend. Decided not to fix because would cost $1,200 to replace and install. looking for recycled one. 

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2012 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

171000 mi

US $9750
New engine installed 

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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

206500 mi

US $1500
Replaced Autoride air compressor Replaced front and rear shocks, including mounts and hardware 

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2009 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

310-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

75400 mi

US $1200
Air shock and compressor 
91000 mi

US $498
Throttle body replaced. All alarms and bells etc when off. Reduced engine speed message. Vehicle would only do 30 mph top speed and ran very rough 
105000 mi

US $300
Excessive wear and loosseness in upper front ball joint required replacement of the upper control arm 
108100 mi

US $300
Excessive oil consumption. Left manifold cover replaced and upper cylinders flushed. Was using 1.5 qt/1000 miles. Now using 1 qt/1000 miles. 
110000 mi

US $375
Excessive noise from suspension auto level air compressor. Replaced compressor. 
120000 mi

US $3600
Transmission failed on way back from Florida. Drove back to tenn in 1st or 3rd gear. Dealer replaced. I paid their cost. 

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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

80500 mi

US $200
cables that enter the battery clamp were loose in the crimp connection. Dealer added solder to the connection and all is good. He said that we will need a new battery soon too. Current battery occurs to be original AC Delco 
98000 mi

US $1500
both front wheel bearings silently wore out. mechanic spotted wheels wobbling while on lift for separate issue. both replaced, spendy little buggers! 
104700 mi

US $2200
Cracked engine bracket. 
131000 mi

US $210
Spark Plugs 
185000 mi

US $1500
cracked bolt in block 

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2008 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

366-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

226000 mi

US $1500
Fuel pumps replaced due to rusting out @ top of fuel pump. Both were still working, but was leaking fuel. 
156601 mi

US $200
Replaced front door lock actuators and rear glass release switch 
175295 mi

US $148
replaced broken LF CV shaft 
186000 mi

US $2300
Stuck AFM Lifter on Cylinder #6 causing misfire. Replaced all AFM lifters. 
194180 mi

US $1400
Replaced all front shocks, control arms, ball joints, tie rods, end links, etc. 
198058 mi

US $200
replaced leaking radiator 

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2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

103300 mi

US $200
Decrease in cooling and rapid cycling of AC compressor. Refilled a/c unit with coolant from Autozone, pressure was in low zone. Took truck to dealer who said seemed to be leak in the rear a/c unit. They put more a/c coolant in with a dye and sealant. 
137000 mi

US $2500
A brake light came on. The 2007 Tahoe had a master brake cylinder leak which also affected the brake booster. The starter was also reported to be dragging and was replaced. 
155555 mi

US $1000
replaced ball joints, tie rods, A arms and shocks. 

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2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

74000 mi

US $3916
a lobe on the camshaft wore down-replaced cam and lifters had low oil pressure light come on-checked oil level-ok. dealer said to replace oil pump. 
74900 mi

US $175
odometer/driver info center display went out out. sent out dash cluster for rebuild 
73800 mi

US $500
Slow leak in rear air shock. Both Shocks were replaced with Arnott brand (much cheaper than GM & lifetime warranty instead of only 1 year) 
81500 mi

US $300
Autoride Air Compressor was not working correctly. Replaced with Arnott Brand (lifetime warranty) 
90700 mi

US $700
Replaced front right loose wheel bearing and hub assembly. Spark plugs replaced, wires checked. 
94000 mi

US $2100
Front left wheel bearing/hub assembly replaced. Both front struts replaced 
106400 mi

US $850
Replaced passenger side upper control arm assembly Replaced front passenger side indicator light, driver side low beam, driver side fog light, driver passenger side blinker and rear license plate light bulbs. 
178300 mi

US $1500
trans went out cause was determined to be front sprag. Rebuilt entire transmission with better than new parts. 
114700 mi

US $1500
The Service Four Wheel Drive light lit. The switch and module had to be replaced. From what I understand from the dealer this is a known failure point. 
119500 mi

US $3500
The transmission would not shift into third gear. It was a hard problem and required the dealer to install a GM certified transmission. Motor mounts failed. 
55000 mi

US $400
Replaced Vent Control Solenoid and Harness. This was an updated component via a GM TSB. 
60300 mi

US $1500
Replacement of front shocks 
70000 mi

US $150
Battery replacement 
72300 mi

US $800
Replaced AC Condensor 
81000 mi

US $1800
Catalytic converter failed, had to be replaced. 
107000 mi

US $4000
Recurring problem with the AFM 5.3 engine. Now has compression issue in cyl 7. Need new cam, lifters and valves or brand new engine. 
56000 mi

US $550
Check engine light code p0446 evap vent. Pressure sensor in tank was bad had to drop the tank. Rear lift gate would not close. It would open but power off in the up position, replaced rear latch 
69000 mi

US $1800
Bearings on ring gear assembly in rear end worn out, all new bearings, seals, gears needed. 
70300 mi

US $600
Alternator gave up the goat. 
77000 mi

US $500
Replaced rear air shocks, when installing I loosened up the connector above the shock and service traction and abs light came on , reconnected and all good. 
83000 mi

US $800
oil pan leak fixed, also had oil pickup seal replaced since engine had slight tick sound when running 
83543 mi

US $218
The vehicle was using excessive oil in the last 5,000 miles. There was no oil on the dipstick during a recent oil change. I was advised to start checking oil per the guideline sheet. Dealership replaced right front axle seal and housing gasket. Dealership replaced right front axle seal and housing gasket. 
92000 mi

US $1437
Right front hub loose and separating. Hub replaced. Left front axel seal leaking slightly - did not replace this trip. Right front hub loose and separating. Hub replaced. Left front axel seal leaking slightly - did not replace this trip. Leaking left front axle seal replaced. Leaking power steering gear replaced. Leaking transmission cooler lines replaced. 
110000 mi

US $220
Check engine light - replaced O2 sensor. 
129000 mi

US $896
Front calipers were bad, and had ruined the pads and rotors that had been done within the last 2 years. New front calipers, pads, and rotors installed. 
135000 mi

US $676
Power steering fluid leaking. Fluid level very low. New oil cooler, pressure hose, and return hose installed. Was advised that the vehicle may need a new rack and pinion if the leak persists. 
55000 mi

US $150
Airbags electrical connection 
74000 mi

US $100
Air bag light on, Dealer repaired, loose wire 
92000 mi

US $150
air bag light & repair 
93200 mi

US $1250
Starter failing, cranking slow Struts on rear hatch failed dealer informed me that the negative battery cable needed replacing 
100000 mi

US $2000
Airbags failure Airbag needed replacement 
103000 mi

US $1500
Suspension/Tie-Rod R&R'd replaced air bag, recurring issue 
109000 mi

US $400
Oil pressure sensor quit working. 
163000 mi

US $2800
I know the #4 lifter went out & I want to say there were some other issues with the cylinder as well. Repairs would have cost $2,800 if we didn't know the owner of the dealership, who charged us only $1,800. 
74500 mi

US $600
Brake pulsation after highway speeds. Front & rear rotors out of spec for turning, and right frt caliper seemed to be sticking. Replaced frt pads, and rotors. Rear pads OK. Lube right frt caliper slides. 
77000 mi

US $429
CEL Light came on. DTC P0121 Lean Idle. Throttle body replaced. Told it was a common issue? 
105000 mi

US $427
One of the transmission cooler line showing signs of leaking 
121800 mi

US $1300
PO449 needed replacement of the EVAP vent solenoid and new hose kit after owner replaced fuel cap did not correct Replaced broken stabilizer links Front calipers and rotors replaced, along with brake line hose. Hose rubbed due to broken stabilizer link found during brake inspection. 
130000 mi

US $1125
Engine mount worn out Tire pressure sensor light on Exhaust ring worn out causing a rattle at certain RPM's Belt tensioner worn 
132000 mi

US $600
Creaking noise from rear brakes when applied and released from a stop. Sticking calipers causing noise and heated rear rotors causing warp. Both rear calipers, rotors and pads replaced. 
146000 mi

US $450
Brake pulsation 
158839 mi

US $1675
Raw fuel smell around left passenger door (fuel tank area). Evidence of wet spot from fuel running down right side of tank from the top. Intermittent SES code P0442. Clear code and came back maybe a tank or 2 later, approx 1-2 weeks. 
139000 mi

US $1100
The front bearings went out which apparently caused the ABS and stabilitrack systems to "go off." Happened on the interstate. had to be towed in. Dealership had it repaired within two working days. 
107000 mi

US $1400
gear carrier came loose in transfer case and wore hole in transfer case--caused trans oil leak 
125000 mi

US $800
broken motor mount 
134000 mi

US $1150
Both air ride shocks got holes in them and wouldn't hold air, causing loss of load-leveling and harsh ride 
135000 mi

US $1300
both rear air shocks failed---ruptured air shock 
154000 mi

US $1150
LR axle seal leaking 
189000 mi

US $500
oil press sender $90 part 3-hours labor b/c of location at rear of engine rear glass exterior release button failed 
198000 mi

US $800
replace throttle body 
199200 mi

US $800
alternator failed 
205000 mi

US $200
brake pedal positioning switch (cruise control). daylight running light. 
245000 mi

US $700
replace lf cv boot 

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2007 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

Engine not specified

105000 mi

US $650
Clogged throttle body and replacement of fuel injector sensor 
117000 mi

US $1100
Complete transmission overhaul. Extensive wear and damage. 

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2007 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

111000 mi

US $600
Replaced Oil pressure sending unit 
119000 mi

US $3000
Air ride suspension compressor failed because of leaks in the air shocks. Both rear shocks and the compressor needed to be replaced. Rear door panel bracket broken. Panel was screwed into place to prevent rattles. 
145000 mi

US $1000
Brakes 
194000 mi

US $500
Shocks. Still harsh and unforgiving ride afterward. 

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2007 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

141000 mi

US $4000
Leaking valves and blown head gaskets. Replaced spark plugs, removed and remachined heads and adjusted all valves. Major work! 
35000 mi

US $275
Low oil level light came on, dipstick indicated 1 quart low. Added oil, drove for 2 days with no change. Dealer performed oil change and I will be checking level every 1000 miles and reporting any loss to them. Did trans service, tire rotation. 
58000 mi

US $200
Four alloy wheels and the body-side rub strips were replaced due to clearcoat peeling that started while the factory warranty was still in place. 
65300 mi

US $400
Torn front lefy CV joint boot was replaced. 
67000 mi

US $365
HVAC front blower failed to operate. Motor replaced. 
79000 mi

US $300
AC system blowing, but not cooling in front or rear. System recharged with dye in refrigerant, working normally so far. 
81500 mi

US $650
AC was less effective at cooling, prior visit was to recharge with dye in sealed system. Problem diagnosed as leak at condenser coil, required replacement. 
89600 mi

US $2000
Failing fuel pump required replacement of pump/sender/ filter assembly. Tank draining and removal required. 
99000 mi

US $275
Replaced AC drive belt 
100000 mi

US $350
Oil leak at filter receiver to engine block seal. 
110000 mi

US $350
Two snapped exhaust manifold studs replaced. 
45880 mi

C $900
Front wheel bearing. Comes as an entire hub assembly with sensors attached. 
79980 mi

C $800
Wheel hub/bearing included abs sensor. Rotor had seized to hub and had to be replaced. 
84940 mi

C $350
Level sensor 
86900 mi

C $6000
Active fuel management system fail. Lifters and rollers locked out and rounded out camshaft. 
87420 mi

C $2500
Complete rear brakes. Front right caliber. Ball joints Rear air shocks 
123380 mi

C $300
caliper front left 
141360 mi

C $700
Serpentine belt and tensioner 
142600 mi

C $750
Water pump, belt, thermostat 
98000 mi

US $400
just the left bearing, right one is next when I have $$ 
104000 mi

US $2000
Front brakes 

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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

142000 mi

US $1300
Oxygen sensor, emission controls 

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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

108000 mi

US $200
Transfer case not shifting properly 
134000 mi

US $600
Fuel Pump began leaking fuel; rusted out. Remove and replace gas tank, install new fuel pump. 
140000 mi

US $200
diagnose leak in A/C, repair and recharge 
147000 mi

US $120
radiator hoses leaking, replaced. 
164000 mi

US $300
left front wheel sensor bad causing malfunction of system and drivability. replaced hub and sensor. Airbag sensor not functioning correctly, replaced. 
171000 mi

US $600
right front wheel bearing, traction sensor repaired and replaced 
172000 mi

US $1000
three brake lines failed causing total loss of braking power. All metal brake lines replaced by mechanic. 
65720 mi

C $2000
Wheel Bearing fuel line filter airbag sensor 
77000 mi

US $1500
Had to rebuild front end transmission 
35000 mi

US $300
Intermediate steering column u-joint clunking, known problem with this model, TSB had been issued and was repaired with updated part 
86000 mi

US $279
Replacement of driveline u -joints 
98300 mi

US $2000
intermittent traction control activation at low speeds, intermittent front end clicking at low speed. replaced both front wheel hubs and abs sensors fuel odor from near gas tank outside vehicle, intermittent hard starting. fuel pump and fuel line connections rusted out on top of fuel tank ( a known problem from water pooling there) replaced fuel pump and flexible fuel lines 
104000 mi

US $220
rear end differential cover rusted out and was replaced 
108000 mi

US $100
replaced liftgate lock actuator which failed. 
115000 mi

US $388
No crank, No start. Starting system OK except for starter, which was intermittent. Starter was replaced. 
124000 mi

US $1400
brake lines rusted out. common problem in rust belt states on 2006 and earlier tahoes. all metal brake lines were replaced as a preventative measure to avoid possibility of brake failure / accident 
134000 mi

US $1200
Transmission coolant line metal portion rusted out, causing trans oil leak. Replaced all trans oil cooler lines, and trans oil cooler. Significant labor to change(8hours), lines themselves not that expensive. 
140000 mi

US $200
Front end noise over rough surfaces. Replaced shocks and lubricated steering column linkage. 
138260 mi

C $5000
pitman arm, brakes and rotors, intermediate steering shaft, torsion bars (2) various leaks, dust shields rear plus fluids check and change 
145700 mi

US $724
Air ride motor replacement 
159200 mi

US $125
locking actuator for lift gate failed 
174000 mi

US $1200
replaced pitman arm, axle, idler arm, ac belt 
174500 mi

US $1300
air shock pump failure 
179000 mi

US $155
check engine light on. computer indicated need for air sensor on engine. Replaced it but light stays on. Repair unsuccessful. engine light came on. Defective part indicated by test was replaced. Engine light came back on. 
167700 mi

US $441
Emissions parts 
189300 mi

US $460
Replaced water pump 
181200 mi

US $128
No heat, Replaced thermostat. 
204000 mi

US $120
new pads 

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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

Engine not specified

192000 mi

US $3000
Rear diff exploded. Airbag sensor ABS sensors. Knock in engine. 

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2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

134000 mi

US $3100
Transmission completely failed, needing replacement. 
141600 mi

US $560
Replaced catalytic converter. Problem with 2 ignition circuits. Problem not solved as of yet. Ignition coils replaced, problem still codes. Perhaps a bad PCM. 
176000 mi

US $499
Replaced failed water pump 
170498 mi

US $1500
Overhaul of transmission 
104160 mi

C $2500
Front left wheel shudders severely and makes clunking noises while turning. Likely a wheel bearing or CV joint issue. 
107260 mi

C $1500
Several leaks in brake system. Replaced all brake lines, flexible lines, master cylinder. Also replaced rotors, pads. 
113460 mi

C $1300
Gauges on dashboard were drifting when idle, various error messages were being shown on display (pertaining to engine and brakes). Chafed wiring harnesses and a computer were replaced. 
115940 mi

C $300
Steering pump failing, almost all steering fluid leaked out. Made bad noises when turning. Mechanic quoted around $2000 to replace damaged parts. We decided to perform minimal repair and sell car instead. 
115940 mi

C $1300
ABS always activated at low speed when braking. Corrosion around wheel speed sensors and insuffient flow in some brake line. Replaced corroded wheel hub assemblies and sensors, and some corroded brake lines. 

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2005 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

Engine not specified

53000 mi

US $2900
Something (I can't remember what they called it) broke sending pieces of metal into transmission tearing it apart. Broke down out of town in busy Friday shore traffic. Got towed, thanks to AAA. Rebuilt transmission. 

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2005 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

84000 mi

US $200
rear ujoints replaced 
104000 mi

US $400
Gauge cluster rebuilt 
106300 mi

US $170
Suspect a leak, refilled and leak dye added 
112700 mi

US $900
Rear pinion bearing replaced and sides replaced as preventative maint. 
119000 mi

US $500
alternator was whining, replaced with a high output model. as well, replaced tensioner. 
125000 mi

US $300
Bad driver's side bearing 
129000 mi

US $500
Water pump was bad 
139000 mi

US $1660
right side replaced right and left side tie-rod ends replaced front shocks replaced. all work was front end 
146000 mi

US $200
Check valve bad on fuel system 
151000 mi

US $185
Oil sensor 
157000 mi

US $818
knock sensors replaced intake gasket replaced 
177700 mi

US $500
Evaporator canister has gasoline in it. Replaced it 
180000 mi

US $1120
Rear AC had a leak. 
197000 mi

US $437
Water pump was replaced under warranty. Thermostat housing replaced 
91900 mi

US $975
fuel pump 
101000 mi

US $300
bad alternator replaced 
124000 mi

US $1400
crank shaft sensor replaced, ignition switch replaced. Replaced Spark Plugs Transmission fluid line replaced, was leaking. Front airbag sensors replaced 
141500 mi

US $300
transmission fluid Lines were leaking 
114000 mi

US $2286
Transmission Rebuild 
115000 mi

US $134
replaced the solenoid in the starter with a new one. 
126000 mi

US $307
Check airbag light was on, front impact sensor was replaced. Driver's seat recline/decline does not always work. The mechanic believed the problem to be the control button. front tie-rod end replaced to pass inspection 
129300 mi

US $182
Replaced encoder motor assembly with new one to solve 4wd issue. 
132000 mi

US $197
New O2 sensor new serpentine belt, AC belt and tensioner 
210000 mi

US $1397
Replacement of transmission 
270000 mi

US $650
Replaced transfer case 
280000 mi

US $100
Replaced rear U-joint 
100000 mi

US $1600
intermittently upon starting the car would be in 4 wheel low and it could not be changed..previously dealer could not replicate problem. got "lucky" this time as it happened while being looked at. 
110000 mi

US $800
airbags malfunction warning light. was a bad sensor 
115000 mi

US $700
Oil gauge registering too high, sensor was faulty 
109500 mi

US $1500
Replace front differential 
117000 mi

US $400
Replace blower motor 
179000 mi

US $450
rear driver side wheel bearing failed 
161739 mi

US $138
Wheel alignment 
163738 mi

US $148
Battery replacement 
165296 mi

US $449
Diagnosis for intermittent 4WD engagement while driving 
165311 mi

US $1222
Replaced internally shorted front differential actuator/encoder motor assembly with remanufactured unit 
176000 mi

US $200
EFI cleaning and left rear brake caliper check 
205000 mi

US $1040
Replaced fuel pump assembly 
212000 mi

US $185
Check Engine/Evap error code: Replaced charcoal canister, evap purge valve, and evap purge solenoid 
123000 mi

US $300
One of the cam sensors had gone bad, replaced both to ensure it wasn't an issue going forward. Had to replace gaskets as well since plenum had to be removed for repair. 
130000 mi

US $900
Had to replace a sensor and motor in the front differential that engages the four wheel drive. 
138000 mi

US $2900
Transmission began to slip and had to be replaced with a remanufactured unit. 
148700 mi

US $1174
Replace oil pump. Was starting to fail. 
174400 mi

US $150
Oil pressure sending unit had failed, replaced by owner. Air bag light came on. Impact sensor had failed so owner replacement was carried out. This was the second air bag sensor in the front bumper, the first had already been replaced in January. 

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2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

105000 mi

US $1200
Stepper motors for air control replaced. 
73500 mi

US $1300
Rear axle broke and had to be replaced. 
75000 mi

US $777
Had a fuel injection cleaning done. New spark plugs replaced, new air filter and new serpentine belts. Truck was "missing" when I was accelerating, the fuel injection cleaning and new spark plugs fixed the problem. 
79000 mi

US $522
Rear heater was blowing cold air. Door blend actuator was replaced. Rear heater was still blowing cold air. Control module was bad and it was replaced and that fixed the problem. 

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2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

140000 mi

US $315
REPLACED FAULTY MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR AND MAP SENSOR 
163000 mi

US $571
Replaced 2 front wheel hub bearings & ABS sensors 
168000 mi

US $616
New Delco alternator and Delco battery. Able to jump start it. 
184200 mi

US $307
Replace intake manifold gasket 
213000 mi

US $414
Replaced Oil Pan Gasket & Cooler Line Block-off Plate 
214000 mi

US $1366
Replace water pump, thermostat & fluid Removed transfer case and transmission and replaced rear main seal, transfer seal and other gaskets. 
234900 mi

US $354
Installed 4 Monroe Reflex SHOCKS at 233,829 on 11/19/15 
239900 mi

US $230
Replaced ABS Brakes MODULE at 240,269 on 02/25/16 
242800 mi

US $107
GM 12597567 Evaporator Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve at 224,124 on 04/06/16. This was second time. Previous was at 186,885 on 04/02/13. 
259000 mi

US $388
Installed Steering SHAFT (Part 19329330) and BEARING (Part 88963617) at 257,260 on 01/16/17 
263527 mi

US $273
Replaced freeze plug & coolant Replaced A/C belt 
118000 mi

US $400
front wheel bearings went bad 
134000 mi

US $269
replaced shocks on all 4 wheels 
159000 mi

US $325
replace module on 4wd transfer case 
208000 mi

US $3100
replaced transfer case,transfer case control module 4wd switch 
263800 mi

US $760
replace both front wheel bearings replace O2 sensors 
120000 mi

US $650
Fuel pump replaced 
130000 mi

US $700
oil pump 
140000 mi

US $600
slipping. complete flush and fluid change took care of it. 
142000 mi

US $1300
rebuild required 
142000 mi

US $175
Fan clutch was not letting the AC function correctly. Not pulling enough air through radiator. 
187000 mi

US $1360
Transfer case went out 
96000 mi

US $1000
Recall on instrument panel cluster...speedometer was sticking and not registering correct speed. Recall had been extended to 70k miles but since mine just occurred at 95k, they only paid for part of it. Other work done was 100k service. 
110500 mi

US $100
Tire pressure monitoring sensor went bad in rear right tire. warning light was on. replaced sensor. 
125000 mi

US $352
Replaced L/F hub bearing assembly Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor went bad 
122700 mi

US $400
replaced leaking water pump 
173000 mi

US $2200
had to completely rebuild transmission 
193700 mi

US $400
replaced alternator 
212000 mi

US $250
There was a drain on the battery that we had to locate and found it in the rear Entertainment System. Fix was to pull the fuse for the rear Entertainment System. I consider the repair unsuccessful because I Will have to manually insert if I want to use it during a trip. 
229000 mi

US $325
Had to replace original alternator. Battery also had to be replaced, which was over 6 years old. 
232000 mi

US $750
Reduced engine power. Catalytic converters are clogged. Replaced both catalytic converters. 
267000 mi

US $3200
Transfer case leak caused the transfer case to fail. It was replaced with a rebuilt transfer case. 
278000 mi

US $2800
Transmission rebuild 
285000 mi

US $1400
Replaced power steering pump and steering gear box. This resolved the whining (not from the brand new belt) from the pump and the play in the steering. 

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2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

148000 mi

US $1500
3rd gear failure.. if you lose 3rd gear you have lost over drive as well.. mechanic tells me known weakness in Tahoe although engine is extremely solid 

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2004 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

Engine not specified

97100 mi

US $2600
3RD GEAR FAILED IN TRANSMISSION 

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2004 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

175000 mi

US $1800
Tranny rebuild 
175000 mi

US $1300
All Upper & lower ball joints, idler & pitman arms. 
176200 mi

US $802
Diagnosed & replaced intake manifold gasket. 

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2004 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

99700 mi

US $500
Replaced components that distribute cold air into various parts of the cabin 
159000 mi

US $1600
Cooling system...water pump replacement. Including preventive replacement of drive belt, thermostat and tensioner Right front axle seal leaking badly...replaced axle seal and related components Replacement parking brake pads and hardware. 
163000 mi

US $450
Front driver side wheel bearing/hub assembly was replaced Water pump failed....leaking antifreeze 
96720 mi

C $1600
Transmission had been slipping for the last 2 years and I finally decided to change the transmission. 
104160 mi

C $100
changed the right side wheel bearing after installation of 22 inch wheels and tires 
216100 mi

US $450
Replaced shock absorbers 
220000 mi

US $327
Replaced water pump 
252000 mi

US $432
Temperature control actuator had to be replaced. Even though the driver side was set to 74 degrees it was blowing out cold air. 
254000 mi

US $450
Vent system activator had to be replaced. This is part of the individual climate control system. 
278000 mi

US $2400
Transmission whined and slipped and no reverse. Wheel bearings replaced 
109000 mi

US $2950
Replaced (4wd) transfer case $1950.00. Also replaced noisy bearings in front differential. $1000.00. The transfer case had a pin hole and was leaking fluid. This is a common problem with high mileage transfer cases on many full size GM truc 
129000 mi

US $3450
Transmission replaced with factory certified re- manufactured transmission at Chevrolet dealer. Failed in middle of traffic, not prior warning. Only the first two gears still worked. Also replaced Front Tie-Rod and (1) boot on front drive train. 
114000 mi

US $1100
Corrosion on lift gate 

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2004 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

180-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

198000 mi

US $1300
throttle body replaced. didn't fix stalling out problem. alternator replaced, battery replaced. fixed stalling problem, but still doesn't start on the first try. 
216000 mi

US $500
throttle body replaced. needed because original repair was done incorrectly. 
208500 mi

US $400
water pump 
230000 mi

US $999
REPLACE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 

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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

145000 mi

US $240
Fuel pump 
149000 mi

US $150
Water pump replacement was leaking 
189000 mi

US $1100
broken band transmission 
88000 mi

US $800
Water pump beginning to leak through weep hole. Washer that was part of steering linkage bracket had broken, resulting in popping of bracket when turning. Mechanic replaced washer. Steering column shaft grinds when turning. It is a lube problem that recurs on a regular basis. Mechanic lubed shaft @ no charge to me. 
94000 mi

US $380
Inner shaft of steering column worn. Recurring problem with this model. Replaced shaft. 
103000 mi

US $400
Speedometer stuck. Replaced cluster. 
108000 mi

US $3100
R/R both Tie-Rod ends R/R worn Stabilizer bar R/R steering box 
98600 mi

US $1700
Rear axle complete rebuild. 
100300 mi

US $2100
Total rebuild of transmission. total rebuild of transmission 
100379 mi

US $400
Replaced all oxygen sensors. Replaced both front wheel hubs. replace all Oxygen sensors. replaced both front wheel hubs. 

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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

214000 mi

US $300
Replaced fuel pump 
221288 mi

US $1374
Knock sensors replaced, I provided parts purchased previously, replaced belts and tensioners,  replaced front shocks, replaced rear brake pads and rotors,  valve cover gaskets, valley pan gasket, oil pressure switch. 
225000 mi

US $135
Rear shocks replaced 
109740 mi

C $1800
They used all my gas and put on 1000KM's on my truck I replaced the Alternator myself Put in a/c kit but I will have to redo the whole system Rear gate stop working and bought 3 used parts but none of the worked I put the parking brakes together at least 4 times and the clip holding the horseshoe broke 
116040 mi

C $200
Waterpump 
116560 mi

C $200
New Hoses (and a new waterpump) 
117 mi

C $2000
Rear Shocks and front Shocks as well as the compressor 
63000 mi

US $250
Loud knocking on the steering column when turning and driving over bumps. Driver side and passenger side windows would go down, but very slowly and sometimes back up - cable pulley system, cables were frayed and on the verge of breaking, and causing the window to jam, and burning out the motor. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO BURN OUT 2-3 MONTHS AFTER BEING REPLACED! ENGINE-VERY LOW IDLE & WOULD STALL MAKING TURNS. IDEL WOULD "JUMP" 250 RPM TO 1250 RPM UNTIL IT WOULD STALL. FUEL INJECTORS WERE CLOGGED, DEALER SAID THAT THEY SHOULD BE FLUSHED EVERY 15,000 MILES & USE SHELL GASOLINE, SINCE IT WAS THE CLEANEST! 
73000 mi

US $295
BOTH RH AND LH INNER TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BOTH FRONT RH/LH AXELS WERE LEAKING SPARE TIRE HOIST JAMMED UP, WOULD NOT RELEASE SPARE TIRE. HIGH PITCH SCREACHING COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN THE VEHCILE IS COLD, GOING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD BETWEEN 10 -50MPH FUEL SENDING UNIT BAD, THE FUEL GAGE WOULD SAY THAT THE TANK WAS EMPTY, BUT WHEN IT WAS FUELED UP , IT SHOWED THERE WAS 6.5 GALLONS IN THE TANK. 
77000 mi

US $100
Rear wiper motor replaced.  Heated seats - module replaced and dash lights went out- replaced switch. Brake pedal creaking - lubricated. 
77000 mi

US $100
1) REAR WIPER MOTOR STOPPED WORKING - REPLACED WIPER MOTOR 2) HEATED SEATS STOPPED WORKING -REPLACED SEAT BACK 3) DASH LIGHTS WENT OUT REPLACED SWITCH 4) BREAK PEDAL CREAKING WHEN PUSHED - GREASED PEDAL COVERED UNDER EXTENDED WARRANTY 
89000 mi

US $600
four wheel drive went out and had to replace ecm module parking brake assembly rusted away, pads not covered! cluster lights burned out, replaced cluster 
95000 mi

US $580
inner tie rods went, replaced by local mechanic! 
103000 mi

US $1500
wheel bearing replaced a/c pump went bad and was binding up! 
105000 mi

US $100
AC clutch failed a week after pump replaced. Replaced at cost! 
123000 mi

US $1100
Fuel pump failed and had to be replaced. 
125000 mi

US $1500
ac compressor and evaporator failed. dealer said they fixed, but when I went to pick it up, it was not working. dealer had to replace everything again due to their warranty of work. Dealer said their work was covered, but they would also have to disconnect the rr ac w/ a cost of $400 out of my pocket ($1800 to replace the unit) $400 to disconnet a connector & cap off the lines seems like a scam to me to cvr their cost. 
142000 mi

US $10000
ABS SENSORS ON BOTH FRONTS WENT BAD FUEL EVAP SENSOR FAILED 
145000 mi

US $380
BAD CATALYTIC CONVERTER BAD CATALYTIC CONVERTER (PASSENGER SIDE) 
154300 mi

US $600
brake line flush transfer case leak serpentine belt and tensioner bad 
61000 mi

US $1200
A sensor on the transfer case gave out and sent a service 4 wheel drive to the DIC rear heat and cooling stopped working replaced a sensor motor and door, flushed coolant lines 
89700 mi

US $340
Left front wheel bearing needed replacing. 
79200 mi

US $135
Universal joint required replacement. While in shop for Problem #1 decided to have the steering column intermediate shaft replaced which had been noisy for several years. This led to 3 shop caused repairs to the air bags, the stability system & replacement of the IP.  
86000 mi

US $580
Right Front wheel bearing had to be replaced. 
94000 mi

US $480
AC Hose was leaking and required replacement. 
109000 mi

US $1100
Replaced all 4 shock absorbers for the Chevy AutoRide System plus the air supply lines from the compressor to the two rear level ride shocks. 
109000 mi

US $1600
Rear parking brake adjuster rusted and not working. Adjuster was treated to rust remover and cleaned to get working again. Parking brake shoes were cracked and replaced. Rear brake pads had to be replaced and rotors resurfaced due to rust on rotors and uneven wear on pads that kept pads from contacting rotors properly. Steering wandered and steering wheel would turn when hitting bumps. Loose pitman arm and loose idler arm replaced. 
115000 mi

US $100
A previous repair by a different shop caused a wiring harness to get wrapped up by the front drive shaft with wires being broken. That shop's repair failed after a couple of years and I had the dealership repair the harness. 
116000 mi

US $150
AC not cooling down with engine idling or moving in low speed traffic. Recharged AC. 
130000 mi

US $2300
Replace Compressor Clutch and repair a leak in one of the hoses. 

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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

Engine not specified

186000 mi

C $4000
Replaced the rear axle 

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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door

8-cylinder automatic AWD

115000 mi

US $2514
Quit running on the road. Replaced ignition relay, but would not start. Towed to shop, told the fuel pump went out and tripped the ecm relay. Replaced parts as well as a worn front wheel bearing and leaking water pump. 

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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

134000 mi

US $1320
Front crank leak Front axle seal leak Rear windows inoperative. Replaced both regulator assemblies. Loose connection in cruse control fixed. Suspension bumpers old and missing or deteriorated. Replaced. 
135700 mi

US $145
2nd gear only. Turned out to be a loose connection in the fuse panel from previous owners add on electronics. Transmission itself was fine. 
139000 mi

US $650
Leaking water pump, replaced hard to get hose at the same time to avoid dealing with it later. Tie rod end replaced, alignment done. 
141000 mi

US $2000
Fuel Pump failed Transfer Case rear output shaft seal leak Power steering pump and pressure line leaking, both replaced. 
144300 mi

US $350
Oil pressure sensor failed. Replaced sensor. Loose bushing, passenger side inner tie rod end replaced. 
157000 mi

US $2250
Transfer case needed to be replaced. Issue from a previous repair under vehicles prior ownership. Issue only showed up on downhill mountain grades, trip out west revealed the issue. Would pop out of gear going downhill with foot off throttle if this condition lasted for very long. Replaced electronic control for throttle body & throttle body. Causing vehicle to go into low power mode. 
162000 mi

US $363
Does not stay in Auto 4WD, keeps ending up in 4 HI. They replaced the control module for the transfer case. This did NOT fix the problem. Winter is about over, maybe I'll take it to the dealer in the fall if it doesn't need to go there for something else before then. I think this private shop is unable to properly diagnose the issue. 
190000 mi

US $1500
New steering box and upper drivers side control arm. 

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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

215000 mi

US $2500
radiator and heater core 

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2003 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

97000 mi

US $260
Replaced the AC tensioner due to a squeal in the tensioner. Replaced the fog lights due to broken off lens. 
105000 mi

US $186
Alternator stopped working. Replaced alternator and is now working fine. Alternator would not build voltage with the truck running. 
113000 mi

US $400
Lean Bank 1 and 2 code. Replaced the fuel filter and the MAF sensor. Still shows up periodically. research reveals that the intake gasket is the likely culprit. 
114000 mi

US $1319
Loud banging noise from the AC belt tensioner. Replaced the AC compressor IAW the applicable TSB. 
118000 mi

US $700
Exhaust manifold bolts broken resulting in an exhaust leak. Replaced the heads with stock heads. Replaced oil pressure sending unit due to damage during repair. 
151000 mi

US $4200
Parking brake needed replacement Steering linkage replaced Fuel filler neck corroded due to exposure to salt from the roads in the NorthEast. 
78000 mi

US $2200
Oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. Front right hub was worn, replaced. 
94000 mi

US $250
Knocking in steering column - replace upper intermediate steering shaft 
119000 mi

US $200
Line to transmission cooler sheared off and needed to be replaced. 
123000 mi

US $300
Transmission leak again - hose into transmission cooler broke off, replaced both inflow and outflow flanges, replaced transmission fluid 
90520 mi

C $200
Rear wiper motor didn't work. Hasn't worked since vehicle was purchased a year ago. 
91760 mi

C $300
Both u-joints replaced. 
105400 mi

C $3200
Water pump was leaking. Traction control light occasionally came on during acceleration for no reason. Knocking noise in steering system. 
113460 mi

C $500
Transmission cooling line leak. Replace power steering pump shaft seal. 
115320 mi

C $1000
P0332 DTC Code 
127720 mi

C $500
Replaced rear window wiper motor. 

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2003 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

67000 mi

US $1000
Loose front left wheel. The entire wheel assembly (the part that has the bolts that hold the wheel on) was loose and had to be replaced. speedometer sticking 
85000 mi

US $1600
Gasket leak. 

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2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

228200 mi

US $35500
Water pump leaking. Replaced pump hoses and thermostat 
245 mi

US $125
Knock sensors went out giving a code. Ordered new sensors. Removed fuel injection system and intake manifold. Replaced knock sensors that were underneath intake manifold. Cleaned injectors and reassembled. Fixed 

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2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

153000 mi

US $1500
Replaced with heavy duty tie rods Idler/Pitman arm replacement Plugs/Wires/Fuel Filter Replaced Shocks 
99871 mi

US $1500
Fuel pump when out replace fuel pump 
140000 mi

US $425
Replaced alternator 
153000 mi

US $1000
left front bearing 
159000 mi

US $165
Passenger front window was inoperative after a period of intermittent operation 
164000 mi

US $9000
Replaced AC compressor. Unit locked up, broke serpentine belt, 
165000 mi

US $1000
Replaced pinion bearings 
209000 mi

US $1800
Front end seals leaking, main engine seal leaking, replacement of valve cover gaskets. 
212000 mi

US $225
Replaced passenger front door window up/down mechanism 
226300 mi

US $225
I personally Replaced alternator 
260000 mi

US $600
Clunking noise from front end. Replace steering box. Clunking returned the same day. 
265000 mi

US $320
Replaced tie rods, hub. Still experience clunking in front end after previous steering box replacement 
268000 mi

US $600
Upper shaft in steering 
271000 mi

US $1500
Grinding sound in rear end turned out to be differential. Chose to replace with salvaged rear end at Firestone. 
84000 mi

US $500
Front Shocks All Four front ball joints Both front wheel bearings/Wheel hubs Spark Plugs Spart Plug Wires 
155700 mi

US $1500
Replaced all soft brake lines, rotors, calipers, pads Replaced both front wheel bearings Replaced ball joints Replaced driver and pass CV shaft 
154000 mi

US $140
Frame of drivers side front seat broke. Had to disassemble the seat and replace with new frame. 
172000 mi

US $620
New regulator in both front windows Rear defroster not working 
190000 mi

US $1870
Rear gear housing broken (inside) - gear assembly replaced. Radiator Leaking, need replaced. 
200900 mi

US $1200
Locked calipers - rear brakes completely rebuilt 

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2002 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

185000 mi

US $750
Oil Leaks Replaced Shocks 
187000 mi

US $280
Replaced U Joints. 
204000 mi

US $800
Rear axle seals Oil Leaks Power Steering Pump Sway bar end replaced 
216000 mi

US $700
Oil leaks Main seal leaking Axle damaged; axle and seal replaced 
226000 mi

US $2000
Replaced compressor, evaporator core (dash removal), freon and oil 
264000 mi

US $1000
Replaced fuel pump 
105000 mi

US $550
Chevy has a design problem w/ the parking brake on these & 2002 Avalache which I also own. The parking brakes sag, wearing them out w/o ever using them & ruining the disk. It would not pass inspection. Reported to Chevy and they said not our problem. 
126000 mi

US $600
Car was making rattling noise caused by AC belt tensioner banging against stops. Broke 2 belts and 1 tensioner. Finally replaced AC compressor twice. The first one leaked from the parts store. New Comp, new belt, new tensioner.  
128000 mi

US $400
Check engine light Fuel Pressure Sensor failure 
136000 mi

US $1200
Oil leak from back of engine. Replace cam sensor, rear main seal, and many gaskets. 
139000 mi

US $225
Check Engine Light came on. Knock sensor error. Knock sensor replaced. 
140700 mi

US $1500
Planetary gear in transmission replaced. 
144000 mi

US $1500
Planetary gear in transmission replaced second time within 4 months. 
135000 mi

US $262
Oxygen sensor failure 
137000 mi

US $2500
replace oil pan gasket replace tie rods install pitman and idler saver kit replace power steering pump 
142200 mi

US $200
replace broken parking brake cable 
146000 mi

US $155
AC wasn't cooling properly. 
147000 mi

US $220
replace leaking radiator hose 
151000 mi

US $1116
Replace oxygen sensors 

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2002 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

97000 mi

US $2500
Inappropriate ABS activation AC wasn't working well. Replaced rear compressor, and air filters Rear brakes bad, replaced rotors and pads and calipers 
106900 mi

US $400
Chirping/ squealing from sharp turns at low to moderate speed. They suggested that the fluids in the 4wd system needed to be changed 
114000 mi

US $350
Brake line rusted through and failed. Lost fluid and rear brakes. Line was replaced and lines purged. 
124000 mi

US $1000
Didn't st on first crank when cold. Diagnosed as fuel pump. 
139000 mi

US $250
front brakes, rotors, pads replaced 
141000 mi

US $150
AC weak, had a leak that was found and fixed 
148000 mi

US $450
Rear window hinge failed, separated from glass. Needed to be replaced. Done at home by glass shop. 
202200 mi

US $250
Replaced both front wheel hub assemblies 
208600 mi

US $200
Water pump and lower heater hose replacement 
210000 mi

US $300
Replaced front wheel hub assemblies and ABS sensors 
215000 mi

US $4000
Replaced engine with a re-manufactured 5.3L. Rebuilt the transmission - Put a shift kit in for towing. 

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2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

173000 mi

US $1200
Replaced upper and lower radiator hoses and flush cooling system. Replaced right front wheel bearing. 

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2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

156000 mi

US $250
Brake lines severely rusted to the point they looked like a problem waiting to happen. Replaced the front lines right now. Needed to use a power bleeder to get the new fluid through the master cyl to the bleeders. could not bleed via pedal 
165000 mi

US $200
Drivers rear flex hose collapsed keeping pressure on inner pad until it was down to the metal and galled the rotor which had to be replaced. Replaced flex lines, calipers and rotors due to age and mileage. 
167700 mi

US $1800
Loud upper end on startup. Pulled engine apart, rebuilt. Rods, lifters, rockers, oil pump, oil pickup, valve seals, timing chain and gear. Rods and rockers were worn, 1" of sludge in sump, i use synthetic.....Sounds like brand new now! 
167700 mi

US $250
Needed to replace master cyl and water pump had a slight leak 
185000 mi

US $700
Had a grinding noise passengers front wheel. Found hub bearing went bad. Replaced both 4 years ago with aftermarket hubs. Replaced both hubs, both rotors and front pads. Antilock used to trigger all of the time and even with aftermarket hub. 
186700 mi

US $420
Also needed to replace the original muffler and related pipes and hangers.... 
192800 mi

US $2000
The 4L60E trans was slipping when in second gear. I purchased a remanu trans and converter to install for 1500.00 5 year 100,000 mile warr.  Also did a pump fix kit for the NP246 transfer case had a lot of wear but no leak. Replaced front u-joints. 
213000 mi

US $100
Water pump leaking Belt tensioner squealing, replaced tensioner and belt 
97000 mi

US $1600
Transfer case on my Suburban 2500 split and began to leak fluid under load due to towing. I had the case refilled and coated with silicone. The leak was reduced. I made it home and took the vehicle to my independent mechanic to repair. 
167000 mi

US $1050
Transmission needed to be replaced. Rear airconditioning expansion valve needed replaced as well as the rear coil and the hot/cold control valve. 
249000 mi

US $800
Intake manifold gasket leak was fixed by replacing gasket. Also replaced exhaust gas recirculating valve 
128000 mi

US $750
Fuel pump failed - original pump 
132000 mi

US $1100
Replaced front wheel bearings; item was originally on silent recall but I never was notified. Failure of sensor in antilock brakes. Also replaced front rotors and pads for brakes. Lube, oil change and filter change. 
133000 mi

US $650
Lube, Oil , Filter, rear brake service and replacement of shoes and emergency brake mechanism 
138000 mi

US $100
Power mirror switch was replaced Replacement of rear suspension air pump for leveling system 
142000 mi

US $460
Replaced truck radiator due to very small leak, replacement with OEM radiator of original 10year old radiator. 
143000 mi

US $400
Replaced oil pressure sending unit - false low oil pressure reading 
150000 mi

US $650
Repaired rust areas on inside of rear doors and door hinges - included complete door disassembly, rust proofing, repair and repainting. 
155000 mi

US $1200
Replaced intake manifold Replaced ride control sensor for rear active ride suspension 
155000 mi

US $370
Replacement of auto ride control shock absorbers with rebuilt factory shocks 
159000 mi

US $350
Auto Ride air pump failed and needed to be replaced. Oil change - mailtenaince item. 
176000 mi

US $1300
Second Transmission repair since car was new. lost 2nd and 3rd gear. Compressor and drier changed. 
180300 mi

US $1600
Headliner is separating from sub structure in several places. Needs complete replacement. 
190000 mi

US $800
CD/ Radio and several speakers inoperative. 
190200 mi

US $100
Sunroof seal leaking 

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2001 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door

8-cylinder automatic AWD

111000 mi

US $1800
ABS light kept coming on, no physical problems noted. Problem was Electrical Control Module. Replaced and running fine. 
112000 mi

US $400
Heat shield on muffler broke loose and would rattle loudly. Instead of replacing entire exhaust, the heat shield was cut off. 
137000 mi

US $300
Replaced cam position sensor 
139700 mi

US $1000
Replaced leaking oil lines.  Repaired windshield washer fluid hose. 

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2001 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

161200 mi

US $1400
Replaced gaskets at the rear of engine block, rear main seal, right valve cover gasket. to repair oil leaks. This is the only problem I've had with this vehicle - oil leaks. It appears to be fixed - Ive spent $2,800.00 repairing leaks 
161000 mi

US $150
Heat shield on the exhaust system 
162000 mi

US $283
Replaced the right passenger window regulator. 
158700 mi

US $700
Radiator Replacement Power Steering pump leaking, replaced 
174200 mi

US $3000
Front left wheel bearing. Shaft seal. Also the water pumps and a few cosmetic issues 
206000 mi

US $200
Replaced the alternator 

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2001 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

134000 mi

US $260
Fuel pump replacement 
173000 mi

US $210
Fuel pump replacement 
174000 mi

US $200
Short in key switch, prevented car from starting when below zero degrees 
185000 mi

US $2000
Rebuilt transmission 
200000 mi

US $800
Fuel pump, evap vent solenoid, differential cover 
250000 mi

US $1330
Water pump, evap vent solenoid, thermostat, knock sensor, TPS sensor, oxygen sensor 
262000 mi

US $1050
Replace transfer case 
103000 mi

US $1800
Replaced Fuel Pump for the 2nd time in 100K Rebuild Transmission 
104000 mi

US $125
Faulty Driver lock switch  
106000 mi

US $200
Emission sensor bad causing check engine light 
110000 mi

US $650
Rear Suspension air compressor failed for the 3rd time in trucks life. 
112500 mi

US $1500
Differential rebuild 
118000 mi

US $12000
A/C compressor 
124100 mi

US $500
replaced leaking intake manifold gaskets for check engine light 
155000 mi

US $1200
Replace ac compressor 
162000 mi

US $1200
Compressor failure again. A dryer exploded sending stuff into the whole system, so part warranty didn't cover it. 
167600 mi

US $850
4x4 motor was replaced 

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2000.5 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

108000 mi

US $1238
fuel pump died...replaced pump, gas filter Replaced wiring harness, which had a short causing the fuel gauge to bounce all over the place. 

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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

150040 mi

C $2400
Output shaft of trans spun inside clutch losing 2nd and 4th. and reverse 
150660 mi

C $900
fuel pump pressure too low to drive. Left cat. replaced. 
178560 mi

C $250
Upper and lower ball joints worn and replaced. 
180420 mi

C $1200
axle bearings 
194680 mi

C $787
Replaced rusted front brake lines and one left rear caliper. 

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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

117300 mi

US $1450
Charges of $1450 were for labor and freon ONLY. Parts were supplied by me. Replaced:AC compressor, dryer, expansion valve, freon. Replaced cracked right & left exhaust manifolds w gaskets. V belt idlers & belt. Spark plugs and wires 
118000 mi

US $210
Replaced both front wheel bearing assemblies Replaced muffler to pass inspection 

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2000 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

72000 mi

US $105
Parking brake cable snapped. Had to release parking brake by reaching under dash. Mechanic put in new cable and handle. 
89000 mi

US $1200
steering to right difficult, replaced ps pump. after that didn't fix, after much anger on my part, replaced steering box, which fixed issue. cooling system leaking at water pump. pump replaced 
91000 mi

US $350
valve in the emissions system malfunctioned, throwing a check engine light. shop said wouldn't affect drivability but could be an issue at smog check time, so i did the repair. Tailshaft (?) leaking. replaced seals, fixed problem. 
121600 mi

US $1200
Rear diff grinding. Gears were misaligned and damaged. Replaced. 
134000 mi

US $4700
Rear main seal badly leaking, $300 Transmission slipping, not shifting as good. A lot of the work to correct the rear main seal leak would have to be done again when transmission was replaced, so I had a rebuilt transmission put in at the same time. Rear driver's side parking brake bolts broke, leaving brake loose. Drivers rear window regulator failed. Transfer case related errors on notification screen. Transfer case select switch flaky, sometimes inoperable. Seats reupholstered, $700. The ABS computer isn't working reliably, but replacing it is $1400, according to my mechanic. 
145000 mi

US $500
Radiator cracked, was leaking horribly 
155000 mi

US $225
front passenger side window regular died. was replaced 
185000 mi

US $180
valve leak, refrigerant gone. replaced valve, recharged ac 

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1999 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

Engine not specified

134300 mi

US $200
ac leaks after dealer replaced intake manifold gaskets. Have to recharge system about 2x / year 
139000 mi

US $1844
replaced leaking water pump replaced dead fuel pump Replaced leaking AC tubing, recharged system Replaced worn idler arm and drag link 
139000 mi

US $300
Dealer screwed up. Installed bad replacement fuel pump, then misdiagnosed a crankshaft position sensor. Then claimed fuel injection spider was bad. I sold vehicle to a repair shop, which forced dealer to honor warantee on fuel pump install. 
197000 mi

US $1500
Cracked lower intake manifold. Replaced upper and lower intake manifold and all seals Leaking compressor. Replaced compressor, dryer, and orifice tube. Charge system. Rear wiper spray not working. Replaced pump. 
123000 mi

US $1200
Both tie rod ends shot and needed new rear shocks. Interstate battery replaced under warranty. 

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1999 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

132000 mi

US $1200
Radiator leaking at seams where the metal meets the plastic. Radiator replaced. Tensioner pulley bearings blown. Replaced tensioner pulley. Gov-lock blew(rear axle carrier) and grooved ring and pinon. It did not damage the axle shafts or axle tubing. Rented vehicle for the time it was in the shop. Shop ordered and installed a open carrier, ring, pinon, seals and hardware. 
159000 mi

US $202
Brake lights quit working except for center high mount brake light, rear turn signals quit, wipers sometimes wouldn't stop, headlights cut out here and there and the sound of the blinkers blinking would tick without the turn signals on. 
165000 mi

US $134
Installed new multifunction switch (the turn signal multifunction lever on steering column), installed new circuit boards for both rear tail lights and installed a new headlight switch. This fixed the unsuccessful repair January 2013. 
175000 mi

US $1700
tranny worn out 
119000 mi

US $120
The rear seal of transfer case failed; all fluid lost. New seal installed, fluid replaced but this is temporary. Need to have new transfer case installed before I take this vehicle any distance. Still running, local use only. 
119200 mi

US $3000
Replaced transfer case, $2,500 from Jasper. Also replaced a wheel bearing, $500. 
123500 mi

US $3400
Repaired accumulating rust along bottom of every door including rear cargo doors. Replaced right front door. Plan to keep truck on road another 10 years. 
124600 mi

US $300
Broken exhaust manifold bolt. 
157300 mi

US $2100
Transmission replaced. Reverse, 2nd, and 4th gear failed. 
157000 mi

US $400
Starter failure 

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1996 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

111000 mi

US $2000
Full Transmission Overhaul upon failure. 
114000 mi

US $500
Water Pump failure. 

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