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2008 Chevrolet Impala repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

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

Other (6%)

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2008 Chevrolet Impala suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (12%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (48%)

< $100 (12%)

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Chart based on 33 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan

303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic FWD

102000 mi

US $1285
Replaced both front wheel bearings Worn parts 
89000 mi

US $600
Tie rod ends worn out, left wheel hub bearings worn out 
54000 mi

US $600
Wheel hub assembly, front right, for vibration. 

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2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan

233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

87000 mi Noticed rear wheels didn't seem lined up right. Wheel alignment shop verified, and necessary adjustments were beyond stock ability. Installed magna-cam bolts to correct both rear camber and one rear toe. 
107000 mi

US $185
Been noticing a roar from the rear for the past couple of months. Roar got significantly worse the week before. Found driver-side rear wheel could be rocked in-and-out about 1/2 inch. Replaced wheel bearing assembly. Roar gone. 
111000 mi

US $590
Steering felt unstable, car didn't track true, was jittery going down the road. Took car into shop for wheel alignment and tire rotation, mechanic identified both front wheel bearings failing and permitted me to verify. Bearings replaced. 
136000 mi

US $350
Replaced the original struts. 
125240 mi

C $350
Struts were leaking on the front so I changed them out myself 
58000 mi

US $695
Both wheel bearing and stabilizing bar had gone bad. (Mainly from not driving vehicle - seal leaked and eroded. Also oil change and tire rotation. NO REPAIR COMPLETED AT THIS TIME. Will need to drive it more. 
101000 mi

US $1400
Right front wheel bearing bad, hub replaced $450.00. 
224000 mi

US $200
Replace broken sway bar connections. 
228000 mi Front end wouldn't hold alignment. Replace camber adjustment kits, both front wheels. 
239000 mi

US $550
Replace front wheel hub. 

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2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan

211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

65000 mi

US $233
Steering pump needed to be replaced 
99000 mi

US $267
Passenger side front Hub Bearing replaced. 
60000 mi

US $250
Bushing failed. 
43000 mi Had tires installed wtih Alignment 1st of December. Started hearing rattling noise. One of screws/bolts loosened to adjust alignment had been left loose, Problem fixed with tightening of all screws/bolts. 
109000 mi

US $1000
Alignment, was very difficult had to machine parts. Replace door locks. Tires warn unevenly. 
134000 mi

US $898
suspension repair--don't remember details 
190000 mi

US $150
brakes done as well as wheel bearing 
23000 mi

US $120
It needed a 4 wheel alignment because the dealer found that the tires were wearing a little funny. Needed a rear cam bolt to do the job. 
96000 mi

US $1200
Could not allign. Repl worn out hubs Big clunks. Sway bar attachments broke off, repl. 
86940 mi

C $390
replaced lf lower ball joint,and lr sway bar link.cost for these items$390.46. 
124620 mi

C $207
replaced lower control arm bushing 
154640 mi dealer replaced right front wheel bearing at no cost as had replaced previously fe.14,2013 at a cost of $311.00 
156860 mi

C $735
replaced rear struts as right rear strut failed. noticed harsh impact from rear of car ,checked car not level . 
162440 mi

C $240
replaced both outer tie rod ends 
133000 mi

US $600
Front Wheel Bearing / Hub Assemblies went bad and had to be replaced. 
149000 mi

US $600
Had to replace complete power steering pump and hoses. All were leaking badly. 
83300 mi

US $297
Replaced right front wheel bearing cartridge. 
87300 mi

US $297
Replaced left front wheel bearing cartridge 
114800 mi

US $100
Right front wheel bearing failed after 1 year service. Mechanic replaced the bearing at no charge. I paid the labor for installation. 
136400 mi

US $120
Front wheel bearing on right side failed in less than 6 months Replaced with different brand than Timken 

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