2003 Pontiac Vibe Pontiac Vibe 2003

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2003 Pontiac Vibe repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (6%)

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2003 Pontiac Vibe transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (33%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Pontiac Vibe

Engine not specified

186000 mi

C $2500
Transmission fluid was changed by Jiffy Lube. They put the wrong fluid in and burned out the bearings and syncro gears resulting in a rebuild. 

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2003 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch

180-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD

104000 mi

US $1207
clutch, pressure plate, and release bearing replaced 

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2003 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

146500 mi

US $625
replace leaking front axle seal 
137000 mi

US $1500
Transmission failed. 3rd thru 5th gear synchros failed. Countershaft needle bearings failed 

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2003 Pontiac Vibe 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

185000 mi

US $120
Replaced front CV axle. 
181000 mi

US $70
Replaced leaking CV axle 

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2003 Pontiac Vibe Transmission Problems

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