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2013 Toyota Corolla repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)

Other (19%)

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2013 Toyota Corolla electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

52000 mi

US $17
AC not blowing cold. Dealer recharged the system. They never stated what they did to fix the problem. A/C not cooling well when fan speed set to high. Added 1 12oz can of R-134a refrigerant to the system. Now system cools down to 38F 
50610 mi

US $126
Car would suddenly no longer start, within 2 hours of still working and starting properly. Called AAA. They diagnosed that one cell in the battery failed and exchanged battery. 
20000 mi

US $128
3 days prior, car did not start. Jump started okay. Thought it was battery, replaced it. Next day, happened again. Took it to mechanic, after tracing the electrical systems, found that the grounding wires broken. Replaced grounding wires. 
9000 mi motor for the windshield washer system failed 
44000 mi

US $250
Both my key/fob batteries died or nearly. Replaced both at batteries plus. Not smart to have non replaceable batteries . 
22000 mi CD player intermittently fails to read discs. Dealer checked but could not reproduce. 

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2013 Toyota Corolla Electrical Problems

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