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1994 Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Rating
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Comments
Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Distributor Shaft and the Fuel Pump Wiring.The cost to repair the Distributor Shaft is estimated at $57.50 for parts and $84.50 for labor.The cost to repair the Fuel Pump Wiring is estimated at $65.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Front Axle Acutator (4WD models only) and the Automatic Transmission (models over 8500 lb GVW).The cost to repair the Front Axle Acutator is estimated at $72.36 for parts and $32.50 for labor.The cost to repair the Automatic Transmission is estimated at $40.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Isolation/Dump Valve. The cost to repair the Isolation/Dump Valve is estimated at $172.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
When considering this vehicle for purchase, be sure to check the following:
Isolation/Dump Valve
Front Axle Actuator
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