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Pontiac GTO repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (25%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

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

Other (2%)

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Pontiac GTO suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (42%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe

400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD

30 mi Front struts replaced by dealer before purchase. GM campaign for leaking struts. 

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2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe

400-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

31000 mi Steering Rack leak/replaced steering rack 

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2004 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe

350-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

33000 mi

US $800
Had GTO Tire Rub. Replaced Front Front bump stops, suspension and various bushings. 
74500 mi

US $480
Failed safety inspection due to wear on outer tie rod bushings. Replaced. 
45000 mi

US $65
A rubber hose in the power steering assembly needed repair. Dealer was fast and friendly. 
37200 mi

US $750
Tie rod end and upper strut bushings 
38000 mi

US $60
Found power steering cooler leaking, dealer quoted $300 for repair, part was NLA, so did replacement with aftermarket part, cost of parts and tools about 60 dollars and 3 hours of my time 
42000 mi Leaking power-steering rack.  Replace throwout bearing. Covered under GM Certified Used warranty at no cost. Also replaced two rattling speakers. 

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2004 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe

350-horsepower 5.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

73000 mi

US $330
Worn outer tie rods discovered while alignment. 
169000 mi

US $300
Wheel bearing replaced. 
41000 mi

US $283
Driver's side tie rod had to be replaced during annual Penna. State Inspection. Cost $283 installed. 
70300 mi

US $817
Replace front swaybar link, left front strut mount 

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Pontiac GTO Suspension Problems

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