What's New for 1993 GMC Sonoma
Knowing how much a vehicle has changed from previous model years can help provide additional context when reviewing reliability ratings. Our Editors give you the bottom-line on what's new, the pros, the cons and more.
What's New for 1993
V6 engines get internal balance shaft designed to reduce vibration. Automatic transmission gets electronic shift controls. Read More
Long-Term Reliability Ratings by Identifix
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1993 GMC Sonoma Reliability Rating
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| Engine |
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A common problem on this vehicle is failure of the ECM (2.5L-L4 engine only). This failure may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the ECM is estimated at $135.00 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. |
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Electro/Hydraulic Valve. The cost to repair the ABS Electro/Hydraulic Valve is estimated at $194.00 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. |
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This vehicle was originally charged with R-12 refrigerant which is no longer being manufactured. The refrigerant is still available, but it is very expensive ($25.00-$50.00 per pound, 2-5 pounds per vehicle). Conversion to the new R-134A refrigerant is possible, at an average cost of about $100.00-$250.00 parts and labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Instrument Panel Lights and Gauges. The cost to repair the Instrument Panel is estimated at $32.50 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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4 out of 5 |
Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
Reliability History for GMC Sonoma
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