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Toyota Solara repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (6%)

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Toyota Solara suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2007 Toyota Solara 2dr Convertible

210-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

97000 mi

US $340
Power steering pump leaking and replaced 

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2006 Toyota Solara 2dr Coupe

225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

27000 mi

US $1040
Steering gear re-lubed. Also, water pump was leaking and was replaced. Timing belt and other belts changed due to age of car, not mileage. 

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2006 Toyota Solara 2dr Convertible

225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

167000 mi

US $600
Bad tie rod  

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2005 Toyota Solara 2dr Coupe

157-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

138000 mi

US $600
The rear struts (specifically the passenger side) were bad. The passenger side was making a lot of noise. Both rear struts were replaced and I did the tie rod ends for good measure (they're cheap.) 

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2004 Toyota Solara 2dr Coupe

225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

62000 mi Struts and strut tops in front end. Waiting weeks for parts (at dealer) 

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2004 Toyota Solara 2dr Coupe

157-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

225500 mi

US $143
Steering stiff and makes popping sound. Replace steering Intermediate shaft. all is well with the Solara, drives like new. 
236700 mi

US $68
Left front Wheel Bearing making noise. Replaced bearing in the hub assy. All is well with the Solara. 

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2004 Toyota Solara 2dr Convertible

225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

145000 mi

US $225
Replaced front left wheel bearing 

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1999 Toyota Solara

Engine not specified

203000 mi

US $200
Left front inner tie rod wore out. Replaced all inner and outer tie rods. 

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Toyota Solara Suspension Problems

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