2003 GMC Envoy GMC Envoy 2003

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2003 GMC Envoy repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (4%)

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2003 GMC Envoy suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (27%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (4%)

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Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 GMC Envoy 4dr SUV, ext.

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

143000 mi

US $500
Replaced front stabilizer links & bushings Upper Ball Joints Replaced Replaced front / rear shocks 
230520 mi

C $850
Worn tie rods. 
140000 mi

US $2641
rear air bag assempbly, air compressor for air ride, replaced left from torc bolts 
136000 mi

US $238
Power steering unit cooler leak, replacement with new cooling unit 
157000 mi

US $200
regular customer mechanic and independent alignment shop specialist both advised against additional suspension system repairs as cost would exceed value of vehicle, both advised to retire vehicle. AGREED & purchased replacement vehicle. 

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2003 GMC Envoy 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

130900 mi

US $1200
Sway bar and tie rods replaced. Also replaced shocks and rear tires 
127000 mi

US $1100
The airbag leveling system was leaking and compressor had to keep filling. Replaced airbags in rear springs. Also replaced front brakepads amd turned rotors during visit. 
185000 mi

US $2200
Replaced: Lower & Upper ball joint, Front Swaybar links, Front Struts & Springs. And New Battery. 
230091 mi

US $1375
Replaced front left/right, upper/lower ball joints. 
190000 mi

US $300
Steering rack failed. Power Steering fluid leak. Known issues with the seals for the high pressure and return lines. 

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2003 GMC Envoy 4dr SUV

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

90300 mi

US $1030
One outer tie-rod was loose. Rack and pinion assembly was leaking. Damaged bearing on one wheel. All three replaced. 

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2003 GMC Envoy 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

114000 mi

US $500
Replaced 4 sway bar links and 2 tie- rod ends- worn 
129200 mi

US $475
Grinding noise coming from right front- replaced right front bearing hub 
140800 mi

US $500
Front wheel bearing making noise- replaced Replaced rear sway bar bushings 
154000 mi

US $1100
wheel bearing, vibration and noise over 35 mph. 
169000 mi

US $570
The whole front suspension for my Envoy was done for.Only cause for the good of God I survive that week. 

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2003 GMC Envoy 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

108500 mi

C $240
Rear shocks bouncing so replaced both Rear sway bar bushings replaced 
88200 mi

US $1100
Tie rod ends, control arms, ball joints, alignment, stabilizer 
107000 mi

US $125
replace front wheel bearing,  
134000 mi got a popping noise in right rear hub, act like something is trying to catch on it and then let go. got to investigate 
142000 mi

US $100
power steering pump went out 
80600 mi

C $500
rear shock absorbers changed 
148000 mi

US $720
Replaced front struts and rear shocks. 
123380 mi

C $400
Front struts and rear shock absorbers replaced. Front sway bar links replaced 
124080 mi

C $320
L/H front wheel bearing chirping and vibration. Both L/H and R/H front hub assy's replaced. 
154835 mi

C $176
ABS pulsating intermittently at slow speed, 2-5 KPH. L/H ABS sensor found corroded. Replaced hub assy. 

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2003 GMC Envoy Suspension Problems

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