2003 Chevrolet Avalanche Chevrolet Avalanche 2003

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2003 Chevrolet Avalanche repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

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

Other (0%)

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2003 Chevrolet Avalanche suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $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 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

88000 mi

US $775
Replaced front wheel bearings and front and rear brake pads 
80000 mi

US $220
Replaced front shocks 

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2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

60000 mi

US $570
One lower balljoint had a split seal, requiring replacement. The other lower balljoint also had enough wear to make replacement desireable (though not strictly necessary), so it was also replaced. 
73000 mi

US $280
Noisy left bushings, broken upper-left ball joint seal. 
88000 mi Replace all shocks with better than mfg. Some of the original shocks had failed. 
96000 mi

US $140
New front shocks. 

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2003 Chevrolet Avalanche Suspension Problems

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