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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (3%)
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Chart based on 202 repairs.
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (9%)
$1000 - $2499 (26%)
$500 - $999 (24%)
$100 - $499 (38%)
< $100 (3%)
Chart based on 34 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV
285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 141000 mi US $140 |
Shock replacement |
| 183000 mi US $545 |
Rt front tire wearing abnormally on outer edge. Took in for alignment and it was determined the bearing in the wheel hub was bad. Replaced hub and completed alignment. |
| 88000 mi US $800 |
Washer that was part of steering linkage bracket had broken, resulting in popping of bracket when turning. Mechanic replaced washer. Steering column shaft grinds when turning. It is a lube problem that recurs on a regular basis. Mechanic lubed shaft @ no charge to me. |
| 94000 mi US $380 |
Inner shaft of steering column worn. Recurring problem with this model. Replaced shaft. |
| 108000 mi US $3100 |
R/R both Tie-Rod ends R/R worn Stabilizer bar R/R steering box |
| 101000 mi US $600 |
Replaced both front wheel hubs. |
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV
285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 110000 mi US $330 |
As noted in previous review, I had front left wheel bearing replaced. Had been hearing a roar and slight grinding for about a week prior to having it looked at. Original was replaced and car rides like new. Will need front right replaced soon. |
| 114000 mi US $800 |
Right side wheel bearing was replaced. Was starting to make grinding noise. |
| 117 mi C $2000 |
Rear Shocks and front Shocks as well as the compressor |
| 63000 mi US $250 |
Loud knocking on the steering column when turning and driving over bumps. |
| 73000 mi US $295 |
BOTH RH AND LH INNER TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BOTH FRONT RH/LH AXELS WERE LEAKING HIGH PITCH SCREACHING COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN THE VEHCILE IS COLD, GOING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD BETWEEN 10 -50MPH |
| 95000 mi US $580 |
inner tie rods went, replaced by local mechanic! |
| 103000 mi US $1500 |
wheel bearing replaced |
| 221288 mi US $1374 |
replaced front shocks, replaced rear brake pads and rotors, |
| 225000 mi US $135 |
Rear shocks replaced |
| 70500 mi US $340 |
Left front wheel bearing needed replacing. |
| 79200 mi US $135 |
While in shop for Problem #1 decided to have the steering column intermediate shaft replaced which had been noisy for several years. This led to 3 shop caused repairs to the air bags, the stability system & replacement of the IP. |
| 86000 mi US $580 |
Right Front wheel bearing had to be replaced. |
| 109000 mi US $1100 |
Replaced all 4 shock absorbers for the Chevy AutoRide System plus the air supply lines from the compressor to the two rear level ride shocks. |
| 109000 mi US $1600 |
Steering wandered and steering wheel would turn when hitting bumps. Loose pitman arm and loose idler arm replaced. |
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 240100 mi | First bad wheel bearing at 246,000 miles |
| 134000 mi US $1320 |
Suspension bumpers old and missing or deteriorated. Replaced. |
| 139000 mi US $650 |
Tie rod end replaced, alignment done. |
| 141000 mi US $2000 |
Power steering pump and pressure line leaking, both replaced. |
| 144300 mi US $350 |
Loose bushing, passenger side inner tie rod end replaced. |
| 190000 mi US $1500 |
New steering box and upper drivers side control arm. |
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.
285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 223000 mi US $200 |
Replaced OEM Shocks because they were getting a little bouncy. |
| 105400 mi C $3200 |
Knocking noise in steering system. |
| 113460 mi C $500 |
Replace power steering pump shaft seal. |
| 85000 mi US $181 |
Intermediate steering shaft replaced. |
| 78000 mi US $2200 |
Front right hub was worn, replaced. |
| 94000 mi US $250 |
Knocking in steering column - replace upper intermediate steering shaft |
| 151000 mi US $4200 |
Steering linkage replaced |
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.
| 204000 mi US $300 |
New Bilstein 5100s replaced the stock magride (Autoride) shocks. |
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