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1996 Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Rating
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Rating
Comments
Engine
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Fuel Pump. This failure may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the Fuel Pump is estimated at $98.00 for parts and $130.00 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.
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
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Ignition Switch. Failure of the Ignition Switch may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the Ignition Switch is estimated at $160.00 for parts and $45.50 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.
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:
Fuel Pump
Front Axle Actuator
Reliability History
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