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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%)

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Chevrolet Uplander transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (25%)

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Chart based on 8 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

117800 mi Transmission broke. Would only work in 1st gear and reverse. 

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2007 Chevrolet Uplander 4dr Minivan, ext.

240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

168000 mi warning lights all on 
190000 mi

US $120
Changed transmission fluid. 
183000 mi

US $350
Transmission would occasionally slip, then engage when driving from a standstill. Replaced pressure control solenoid in transmission. Cost was five hours labor and $24 for part. 
198000 mi

US $800
No motion in D. Vehicle moves in 1, 2, and R. Transmission replaced with low-mileage salvage unit (external seals and internal solenoids replaced in salvage transmission before installation). 

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2006 Chevrolet Uplander 4dr Minivan, ext.

201-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

149000 mi

US $1900
No 4th gear. Hard shift 1st to 2nd. Rebuilt automatic transmission 

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2005 Chevrolet Uplander 4dr Minivan, ext.

200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

86000 mi

US $200
Transmission was delayed to shift 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd. Also had an issue making it hard to start when the engine was warm. Flushed transmission, changed filter. 
116400 mi

US $385
Long shift repair kit. 

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Chevrolet Uplander Transmission Problems

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