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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 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (27%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (47%)

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Chart based on 15 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

37000 mi

US $400
Slave cylinder on Transmission failed. Replaced Slave Cylinder, Flywheel, pressure plate and Clutch. Only Slave cylinder was necessary. 
42000 mi

US $1235
Replaced drive shaft due to failure of rubber carrier bearing 
96000 mi

US $1300
Pressure Plate replaced 
125000 mi

US $1500
Clutch replaced 
16375 mi Replaced Differential Carrier due to excessive noise 
52000 mi

US $750
CV shafts replaced with upgraded parts due to one noisy CV joint. 
26000 mi Transmission replaced under warranty for difficulty shifting into reverse. 

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2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe

400-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

24000 mi Differential replaced 

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2005 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe

400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD

3726 mi Replaced differential under warranty due to whining noise. 

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2004 Pontiac GTO

Engine not specified

69300 mi

US $400
Rear diff, broke pinion ring gear (worn) 

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2004 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe

350-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

2800 mi New shifter - original had a rattle that could not be repaired. 
54000 mi Clutch seal failed. 
68000 mi

US $550
Replaced clutch master and slave cylinders. 
46000 mi

US $35
Inspected drive shaft determined center support has failed, needs replacement 

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2004 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe

350-horsepower 5.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

123000 mi

US $1400
D4 slipping. D4 slipping. 

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Pontiac GTO Transmission Problems

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