2003 Toyota Corolla Toyota Corolla 2003

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2003 Toyota Corolla repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

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

Other (4%)

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2003 Toyota Corolla body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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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 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

620 mi windows seals replaced on all doors they appeared to shrink and could visibly see they didn't fit. 
56000 mi

US $20
Oil change Interior panel repair 
174000 mi

US $6
Water leaked from upper windshield seam onto driver. Cleaned out rust in seam between body and weatherstrip with screwdriver and Dremel wire brush, washed and dried area, and sealed with clear silicone caulk. I think it will work. 
176000 mi Driver's side sun visor fell off. Reinstalled with larger screws. 
79200 mi One headlight heavily fogged from inside. Removed bulbs and dried using hair dryer. 
197000 mi

US $300
The hood would rattle at idle, mechanic replaced some rubber mounts/dampers and solved the problem. 

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2003 Toyota Corolla Body Problems

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