2006 Chevrolet Impala Chevrolet Impala 2006

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2006 Chevrolet Impala repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (4%)

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2006 Chevrolet Impala suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (26%)

< $100 (52%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

5000 mi

US $2
Power steering noise, dealership replaced p/s hose under warranty, 1 day later, same hose burst upon startup, spilling p/s fluid all over the driveway and engine compartment. towed back to dealership for same repair again. 

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2006 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan

303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic FWD

106000 mi "Customer Satisfaction" repair. Replaced power steering hose. No problem had been observed, so was preventative.  
28000 mi Power steering failed - noticed loud noise when turning wheel, and fluid was leaking under car. Had to keep filling ps reservoir to drive it to dealership. Under warranty, dealer replaced a ps hose and "intermediate steering column." 
31000 mi intermediate steering shaft replaced 
14880 mi Had the tie rod ends prematurely wear (in my opinion) at about 24,000 kms. I treated the car gently, so I thought it was a bit early. GM said it's normal however and that they were getting newer cars with fewer kms in the shop for the same thing. 
34000 mi Intermediate steering shaft clunk 

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2006 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan

242-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

118000 mi

US $524
Power steering hose had a leak which led to the power steering pump failure. 
34100 mi

C $400
Clunking steering. Replaced internediate steering shaft with modified GM replacement. 
48050 mi

C $340
Sway bar (factory hollow) broke at crimped end. Replaced with solid larger diameter sway bar to prevent recurance. 
35000 mi Power steering pump was failing and was replaced. Tie rods were replaced and the car was realigned. 
39000 mi

US $365
The intermediate shaft was replaced. The grease had "evaporated" out I was told. 
39000 mi Steering pump excessive noise. Replaced steering pump 

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2006 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan

211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

199575 mi

US $600
replace front struts 
200800 mi

US $250
replace power steering pump 
7500 mi Loud engine whine...whine increased/decreased with engine RPM's. Dealer diagnosed as a failure of the power steering pressure hose. Common Impala problem in cold climates. Replaced and repaired per TSB under warranty. 
32000 mi

US $500
Vibration and surging while braking-dealer resurfaced all four rotors. Steering wheel off center and vehicle pulled right-dealer performed four-wheel alignment Knock/clunk in steering column-dealer replaced Intermediate Steering Shaft under warranty. 
158000 mi

US $502
The hub containing the ball bearings broke and the bearings were all over the ground. The front passenger's side axle had to be replaced as well. 
57000 mi replace power steering hose 
64000 mi

US $400
steering shaft 
124000 mi

US $60
the right outer tie rod end was found to be worn, ordered a new one and installed it. 
45260 mi

C $800
steering shaft was replaced 
87200 mi

US $450
Replace both front control arms w/ ball joints and sway bars with links. 

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2006 Chevrolet Impala Suspension Problems

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