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2009 Buick Enclave repairs by problem area
Engine (33%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)
Other (8%)
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Chart based on 286 repairs.
2009 Buick Enclave suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (12%)
$100 - $499 (5%)
< $100 (70%)
Chart based on 43 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Buick Enclave 4dr SUV
288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 60500 mi | Also tech diagnosed leaking power steering rack with estimate of $1200.00 to repair. I took to a trusted company and was quoted $700.00. No repair at this time the leak is merely a drip. |
| 67000 mi US $55 |
steering rack leaking power steering fluid and there was a noise when turning the wheel. Thought the noise was related to earlier repairs (installation of 2 water pumps) since they were supposed to have done a 27 point check-up before. |
| 61500 mi US $766 |
Issue was leaking steering rack causing low level of power steering fluid & noisy steering. Dealer wanted $1400.00. Had it replaced by a trusted shop for 766.18 with lifetime part warranty and one year labor warranty. Also alignment done. |
| 69000 mi US $800 |
Replaced leaking steering rack again, and wheel alignment |
| 19000 mi | Power steering audible whine only at idle. Dealership put additive in fluid. This has helped, but has not completely resolved. |
| 24669 mi | I reported still hearing clunking. Found noise and replaced rack bushings on left and shimmed right rack mount. Replaced rack,swapped struts L to R, removed end links. Replaced right sway bar end link. Aligned front end. The end links appear to have been the problem. Replaced rack,swapped struts L to R, removed end links. Replaced right sway bar end link. Aligned front end. |
| 45000 mi | Replaced steering gear, flushed system and set front toe. Parts: 20964165 Gear, 8861037 Fluid, 11561403 Studh, 15709703 nut |
| 88000 mi US $450 |
power steering was hard to turn at low speeds, dealer flushed system, installed new fluids |
| 90000 mi US $1545 |
rack and pinion unit replaced, power steering pump, steering lines |
| 95000 mi US $650 |
replaced power steering pump and rack an pinion unit |
| 66000 mi | Power steering fluid had leaked out. Dealer found leak (we'll see), refilled and it's good as new. |
| 12000 mi | Noisy steering; mechanic believes it's the SIR Coil on which the steering wheel is mounted. Could have replaced the coil, though he doesn't believe the problem will disappear (claims the noise is normal). |
| 36000 mi US $59 |
Whine in steering column due to problem rack; GM is no longer replacing them under warranty pending further evaluation of the problem. |
| 41000 mi | Whine in steering column still present when sold. |
| 26000 mi US $550 |
Shocks replaced at 26,000 miles due to clunking noise when driving at low speeds on not-so-smooth surfaces. Noise was diagnosed by same dealership 2 years ago with mileage at 20,000. |
| 65000 mi | Power steering pump replaced |
| 31500 mi | Power Steering pump is whining as though it's low on fluid. Dealer determined pump needs replacing and "maybe" the steering rack. Power steering pump whined after engine removal/replacement in Sept. Replaced power steering pump 11/08/2010 with a redesigned pump, which has a new symptom-steering wheel shudder and growling noise at idle when turning the steering wheel. |
| 32000 mi | Dealer service dept. attempted bleeding power steering system with the original and "new" procedure as directed by GM Technical help. Problem cannot be eliminated with the redesigned pump. GM sent a letter saying the problem is "normal.&# |
| 33200 mi | Replaced power steering pump for second time to eliminated noise and jerky steering. Also replaced leaking power steering rack & pinion assy. Jerky steering is not repaired. Waiting for GM to come up with a fix. |
| 32000 mi US $68 |
Rear was beginning to bounce on the highway. Replaced rear shock absorbers. |
| 18600 mi | steering gear replaced |
| 34720 mi | passenger side front strut leaking so it was replaced on warranty. |
| 36580 mi | Power steering pump replaced and LH front strut was also replaced, both under warranty. |
2009 Buick Enclave 4dr SUV
288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 122700 mi US $4350 |
Front hub replacement Front struts |
| 55800 mi C $1200 |
front struts |
| 27000 mi | Steering box had to be replaced. |
| 54000 mi US $62 |
knocking sound comes from wheel when taking sharp turns, it also vibrates the steering wheel. Been occuring for since 27K miles, service departments say that they can't hear anything. After $65, shop says I need to replace the rack/pinion. |
| 87000 mi US $450 |
steering gear showed clunk noise and feel (silent bushings worn) steering gear leaked fluid |
| 90000 mi US $600 |
Steering leaking fluid. |
| 49500 mi | Steering had a rough feeling when turning. Front stabilizer bushings replaced due to a "clunk" in the front suspension. |
| 25420 mi | squeak in the power steering |
| 94000 mi US $1450 |
Replace shocks, rotors |
| 13000 mi | Steering wheel noise on low speed turns. Dealership ordered and replaced steering parts the same day. Two separate issues, rubber seal adjusted, and steering clock spring/gear replaced. |
| 67000 mi US $50 |
Steering column rubbing sound while turning |
| 83000 mi US $50 |
Squeaking steering. Column bushings replaced |
| 21000 mi | Popping noise in steering. Bled power steering system. |
| 30000 mi | Steering noise when cold. Dealer couldn't replicate. Requested to bring vehicle back and leave overnight so technician can check when cold. |
| 33000 mi | Steering column rubbing and grinding noise. Replaced steering gear bushings. Problem remains. Dealer apprised. |
| 34000 mi | Replaced steering rack. |
| 22000 mi | Steering gear replaced |
| 19520 mi | Steering wheel making grinding noise when turned-shop could not replicate..shop had 3 mechanics call in sick..very busy that day so not looked at well or repaired. |
| 39060 mi C $1000 |
Shocks replaced x 4 |
| 55580 mi C $90 |
Power steering list on car |
| 47000 mi | Clunk in steering system when cold and turning. Replaced steering gear bushings |
| 68000 mi US $2000 |
Power steering pump and rack needed replacement |
| 19000 mi | Major front end repair. All I know. |
| 18300 mi | Replaced noisy steering rack with re-designed. |
| 16000 mi | replaced gear in steering column |
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