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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Rear strut mounts knocked (knock was noticeably worse at low speeds and less noticeable as speed increased)
49600 mi
strut failed during long trip, both struts and engine mountings replaced under warranty by dealer far from our home - no charge to us.
107000 mi
US $1250
Replaced upper control arms. (Making noise). This was not a mandatory repair in that the car was still safe to drive but just noisy. Replaced all 4 shocks. lasted 107K. Great OEM parts.
110800 mi
US $512
replace power steering pump. This was found because of a leak.
103000 mi
US $2500
Rusted front struts replaced
231000 mi
US $300
Had to replace upper and lower ball joints on both sides
20000 mi
Both front struts replaced. Clunk had been heard on driving, and going over bumps.
25000 mi
US $700
Car has had a persistent "thunk" from the right front end since new that has progressively gotten worse. Dealer replaced both front struts, but noise soon returned. Took to outside repair shop to replace struts, mounts, and sway bar links
Front end squeal that has not been found or fixed..goes away when brakes applied or wheel turned...brake pads have 3/4 life remaining so not wear indicators..No cost so far.
77700 mi
loud squeaks from front end driving over bumps. much louder when car was cold. mechanic said all parts appear okay, lubricated everything and noises disappeared.
the car only had 400 miles on it and I have three issues with the car's performance along the lines of steering, suspension, gas tank and other noises coming from the front/back end.
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