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2008 Subaru Tribeca repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (1%)

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2008 Subaru Tribeca body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (86%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Subaru Tribeca 4dr SUV

256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

1230 mi Rattle in Hatch. After 3 tries I gave up. Has the rattle to this day. 
42160 mi

C $50
The sway bar bushing was causing a clunk 
7000 mi Tighten Rear cargo compartment door. It was covered by warranty and fixed a rattle. 
99200 mi Drivers seat lower plastic trims have broken away from the seat frame. Modification to the panel and drilled new holes to accommodate more advanced fixation to the seat frame. 
34000 mi Noise from dashboard area. Tech reported he could not hear it. I drove while tech listened. Determined it was glove box. new glove box assembly ordere 
62200 mi

US $650
unresolved rattle in dashboard 
43000 mi rattling sun roof 

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2008 Subaru Tribeca Body Problems

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