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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 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (40%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 5 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

7107 mi Transmission shifted into neutral spontaneously after downshifting, Toyota claims that they do not know how to repair this problem. Offered to buy the car back. 

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2006 Toyota Solara 2dr Convertible

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

167000 mi

US $600
and CV joint 

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2005 Toyota Solara 2dr Coupe

157-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

69000 mi

US $500
Replaced the clutch hydraulic master cylinder. Clutch pedal was sticking, not engaging & unengaging. Dealer replaced the clutch in error for $1500, so didn't charge me $500 to replace the master cylinder, the actual problem. 

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2004 Toyota Solara 2dr Coupe

157-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

217000 mi

US $90
Clutch master cylinder failed peddle went to floor. Replaced master cylinder and slave cylinder. Car back to normal. 

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2002 Toyota Solara 2dr Coupe

198-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

188600 mi

US $3400
The transmission's reverse gear was slipping. Metal shavings were found in the pan. Various hard and soft parts needed to be replaced including the input bearing, torque converter, and a few sprockets. The transmission fluid had been changed on schedule . 

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Toyota Solara Transmission Problems

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