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2003 Saturn L-Series Sedan Reliability Rating
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Engine
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor. The cost to replace the MAF Sensor is estimated at $144.79 for parts and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable taxes.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Parking Brake Cables. The cost to repair the Rear Parking Brake Cables is estimated at $162.00 for parts and $234.00 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
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Body Control Module. The cost to replace the Body Control Module is estimated at $290.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor. The cost to program the Body control module is estimated to be $65.00 for labor with no cost for parts. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable taxes.
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.
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