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Chevrolet Silverado HD repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

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

Other (3%)

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Chevrolet Silverado HD suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (6%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (16%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (19%)

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Chart based on 31 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

18000 mi Loose- had to replace part after first attempt to repair. Wheel loose 

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2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

60000 mi

US $325
Replaced shocks 

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2010 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

98000 mi

US $36
Replaced the suspension bump stops. 
97000 mi

US $198
Replaced all 4 shock absorbers. 

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2008 Chevrolet Silverado HD

Engine not specified

77000 mi

US $20
the factory power steering return hose is a molded hose that is to close to the pressure hose and the pressure hose rubbed a hole in it. i bought a length of generic steering return line and routed it away from the other hose to solve the problem. 
51000 mi

US $1200
Front wheel bearing out 

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2006 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

turbocharged 8-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD

240000 mi

US $2800
Worn front suspension components and all 4 shocks. Replaced shocks, tie rod ends, upper and lower ball joints, sway bar end links, upper control arms, pitman arm, idler arm and steering stabilizer 

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2005 Chevrolet Silverado HD

Engine not specified

53940 mi

C $100
Worn tie rod end 
88000 mi

US $600
The repair was to replace the valve on the back of the pump. GM called it Parking Lot Syndrome. Funny they knew all about it. 
89000 mi

US $980
Power steering compression fittings replaced. 
94000 mi

US $125
Left front wheel bearing and hub replacement, refinish brake rotor.  
79000 mi

US $1400
Front hub and bearings on 4WD 
104000 mi Pitman and idler arms were worn, and replaced. 

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2005 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

turbocharged 8-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

317000 mi

US $1300
Pitman arm, idler arm, tie rods, power steering lines. wheel bearings sway bar 

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2005 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

turbocharged 8-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD

133000 mi

US $1200
Front end worn. Replaced parts. 

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2005 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

102300 mi

US $280
Clunk when NOT turning. Mid steering arm was worn. 
123000 mi

US $2500
Wheel bearing completely worn. Replaced both wheel bearings. 

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2005 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

8-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD

127000 mi

US $400
Right wheel bearing clunk - not unusual for wheel bearing to need replacement at this mileage. I did passenger side - will do driver's side bearing and wheel alignment as preventative measure on next trip to alignment shop. 

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2005 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

134000 mi

US $532
Replace font left wheel hub 

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2004.5 Chevrolet Silverado HD

Engine not specified

142640 mi

C $200
Links Tie rod end 

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2004 Chevrolet Silverado HD

Engine not specified

119000 mi

US $1500
Replaced shocks and shock bracket that rotted away 
98000 mi

US $450
Front wheel bearing going out, replaced complete hub. 

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2004 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

turbocharged 8-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD

124000 mi

US $1200
Front Wheel Bearings Replaced All Ball Joints Replaced 
146000 mi

US $1800
Wheel bearing assembly replaced (right front wheel) 

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2004 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

turbocharged 8-cylinder diesel automated manual 4WD

44300 mi

US $95
Steering wheel became loose while driving and the horn only works half the time. 
66000 mi

US $850
Replaced front and rear shocks and replacing both front hub bearings. Bearings have slack and making noise. 
87000 mi

US $250
Front right bearing assembly replaced 

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2004 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

220000 mi

US $250
Driver's side front hub burned out. 
105000 mi

US $1350
Upper & lower ball joints, both sides. 
143079 mi

C $1696
all 4 shocks replaced as they were weak or wet 

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2004 Chevrolet Silverado HD 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

147000 mi

US $800
Lower ball joints, sway bar end links, front hub bearings. 

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Chevrolet Silverado HD Suspension Problems

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