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Chevrolet Uplander repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (34%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 59 repairs.
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Chevrolet Uplander engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (21%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Chevrolet Uplander 4dr Minivan, ext.

240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

95000 mi

US $500
The water pump started leaking, and we had to have it replaced. 

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2007 Chevrolet Uplander

Engine not specified

63000 mi cooling cross over pipe leaking gaskets replace 

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2007 Chevrolet Uplander 4dr Minivan, ext.

240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

162700 mi

US $50
Had to replace a leaking oil filter adapter gasket. 
140000 mi

US $13
"Low engine oil pressure" message on driver information display and oil pressure indicator lit. Symptoms would occur intermittently at varying engine speeds. Replaced oil pressure sensor (required starter removal for access). 
132800 mi

US $308
MIL illuminated and fuel gauge erratic when tank full. Long crank times, with occasional no-start. Fuel pressure at 38 PSI (instead of 58-62 PSI). Corrected all faults with new fuel pump module. 
156200 mi

US $40
MIL illuminated with P0496. Also, hard starting after refuel. Replaced evaporative canister purge solenoid. 
163000 mi

US $40
Engine mount damaged by power steering line leak. Excessive engine vibration. 
165000 mi

US $65
Unstable engine idle, occasional stalling and harsh shift with DTCs P0121 & P2135. Replaced throttle body. 
183000 mi

US $350
Right side exhaust manifold was cracked, had exhaust noise that diminished as exhaust system warmed up; replaced manifold. Suspect previously replaced powertrain mount as cause. 1.5 hours labor and $122 for part. 
198000 mi

US $750
Drip from coolant pump noticed when engine was idling. Replaced coolant pump. 

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2007 Chevrolet Uplander 4dr Minivan

240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

160580 mi Then catalytic converter fell off car 

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2006 Chevrolet Uplander 4dr Minivan, ext.

201-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

97000 mi

US $796
Electric fan blade separated putting a hole in radiator. Had to replace cooling fan assembly and radiator 

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2005 Chevrolet Uplander 4dr Minivan, ext.

200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

86000 mi

US $200
Cleaned intake and MAS, changed plug wires and changed spark plugs. 
119000 mi

US $150
Replaced O2 sensor. 

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