2006 Chevrolet Corvette Chevrolet Corvette 2006

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2006 Chevrolet Corvette repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (6%)

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2006 Chevrolet Corvette suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (63%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Hatch

400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

7743 mi service active handling message comes on at times / Install clip into steering wheel position sensor 
47000 mi

US $320
left rear wheel bearing 
72000 mi

US $350
left rear wheel bearing went out 
84900 mi

US $300
left wheel bearing 
110300 mi

US $300
left rear wheel bearing went out again 

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2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Hatch

400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD

15500 mi

US $450
"Service Active Handling" alert twice while turning sharply at low speeds. Replaced sensor in steering wheel. 
75300 mi

US $500
Rebuilt the power steering pump and replaced high pressure hose 

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2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Convertible

400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

35000 mi

US $900
Left front f55 (magnetic control shock absorber), $650.00 plus shipping, plus installation. I'm not physically able to do the job myself. I hope none of the others fail. 

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2006 Chevrolet Corvette Suspension Problems

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