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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
121000 mi
US $110
Both Left & Right side outer CV boots were leaking. CV Joints did NOT fail, but I wasn't taking chances. I replaced both driveshafts (they came with new boots).
23000 mi
The transmission has never shifted correctly. Dealer says there's nothing wrong with it so I will wait until it breaks.
112000 mi
US $2000
Replaced the transmission.
47120 mi
C $24
The transmission will hang up in 2nd gear sometimes, when almost coming to a complete stop, then won't downshift easily to gain more torque; sometimes will not downshift when attempting to accelerate up an on ramp; hesitation (fuel del.)
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