Car repair prices, sourced

What should your car repair cost?

National average prices for 29 common repairs, from brake pads to timing belts, with the labor and parts split and the source for every number.

Engine

Timing belts and chains, gaskets, spark plugs, ignition coils, mounts and oil changes.

Oil Change Cost$160–$188Engine Mount Replacement Cost$643–$798Ignition Coil Replacement Cost$238–$320Spark Plug Replacement Cost$288–$399Valve Cover Gasket Replacement Cost$375–$514Head Gasket Replacement Cost$2,572–$3,386
All 8 engine guides →

Cooling, AC & Belts

Water pumps, thermostats, radiators, AC compressors and serpentine belts.

Serpentine Belt Replacement Cost$154–$212AC Compressor Replacement Cost$1,081–$1,463Radiator Replacement Cost$1,368–$1,550Thermostat Replacement Cost$616–$716Water Pump Replacement Cost$891–$1,135

Electrical & Sensors

Alternators, starters, batteries and oxygen sensors.

Oxygen Sensor Replacement Cost$440–$523Car Battery Replacement Cost$456–$493Starter Replacement Cost$565–$796Alternator Replacement Cost$809–$1,088

Brakes, Steering & Suspension

Brake pads, rotors and calipers, wheel bearings, CV axles, alignment and power steering.

Power Steering Pump Replacement Cost$841–$940Wheel Alignment Cost$186–$273CV Axle Replacement Cost$1,283–$1,381Wheel Bearing Replacement Cost$346–$504Brake Caliper Replacement Cost$898–$968Brake Rotor Replacement Cost$574–$698
All 7 brakes, steering & suspension guides →

Transmission & Clutch

Clutch replacement, transmission replacement and transmission fluid service.

Transmission Fluid Change Cost$294–$356Transmission Replacement Cost$6,238–$6,764Clutch Replacement Cost$1,630–$2,047

Fuel & Exhaust

Fuel pumps and catalytic converters.

Catalytic Converter Replacement Cost$2,280–$2,480Fuel Pump Replacement Cost$1,344–$1,513

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