The Complete Shocks and Strust Replacement Cost Guide shows how much it will cost.
Your vehicle's suspension is made of shocks and struts.They wear out over time and can eventually fail, even if you never need to replace them.
Most shocks will last from 50,000 to 100,000 miles.When shocks and struts go bad, what is the average cost to replace them?
The first thing you need to know is the importance of the shocks and how to replace them.There are shocks in the rear of most modern day vehicles.
Some may have the same type.The shocks function as part of the suspension.
The wear and tear on the suspension system of your vehicle has a negative impact on not just comfort, but safety.
Poor performance, dangerous swaying and body roll, and poor braking are some of the consequences of damaged shocks and struts.
If you think one of them is still good, you want to do it in pairs.There are serious handling and suspension issues that can cause unsafe driving conditions.
Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, the price you pay to replace the struts can vary quite a bit.
It will cost between $450 and $900 to replace a pair of struts.The cost of an individual strut assembly is between $150 and $300, so you're looking at around $300 to $600 for parts alone.The pair will cost you between $150 and $300.
You can almost be sure of paying at least $1,000 for a front strut replacement if you go to a car dealership.If you want to get the best price for this type of service, you should shop around and go with a trustworthy independent mechanic.
The wheel alignment should be done after the new struts are installed.A two-wheel alignment will add another $60 to $90 and if all four struts are replaced, a four wheel alignment is necessary.
You want to replace shocks in pairs.The cost to replace shocks is going to be a bit less than the cost of struts.
Replacing a pair of shocks will cost between $250 and $580.You will pay between $100 and $280 for an individual shock absorber.A couple hours of labor is an additional $150 to $300.
If you need to replace all 4 shocks, simply add the above total costs to get an estimate.
The cost for luxury vehicles like Mercedes Benz, BMW, or Lexus will be more than average.The same applies to sports cars that have more advanced shocks.
It depends.It's pretty straightforward to replace shocks.Due to being exposed to the elements, rust or seized bolts will be the hardest part.You can easily save a few hundred dollars on a shock replacement.
The parts are either individual or complete.A spring compressor is required if the spring is separate from the strut.The spring could pop loose and cause a traumatic injury if you don't know what you're doing.
Since the spring is part of the assembly, it's easier to replace them.A pair of parts can be replaced in less than two hours.
I had an estimate for the alternator but it was fixed for 4 hundred.Depending on where you go, no idea for struts.A friend paid 8 hundred for 2 struts.
Thank you for the comment.It always depends on the make and model of the vehicle.
I realized what an Angel my mechanic is when I heard a loud boom while I was on my way to school.I don't know if it's because he has noticed that I am a single mother and could see the terror in my face when I went in this morning, but I feel blessed.
It's important to have an honest mechanic that you can trust.glad he took care of you for a good price after your suspension went out
It's an average price to replace shocks on xtype jag 2.5sport05 plate.
After having my brakes checked, I was told that I would need the shocks and struts on my car.A parts and labor total of $1400 was given to me.This would be the most expensive repair I have ever had.I am aware that it is important to have this done, but I don't think it would be worth keeping this vehicle.I don't know if it's worth the expense since I'm not looking to keep this vehicle much longer.There is a down payment on a new car.
It sounds like a dealership would charge $1400.You can get an estimate from an independent shop.You should be able to get both sets for around $500.Labor should not be more than 2 hours.
I was quoted $650 for my front scuplture from a mom n pop place.Maybe 1400 for a full set is correct.
If it helps, I will be getting front shock and struts for $690, rear shock for $189 and front pads and rotors for $298.nubrakes.com is used in Dallas Ft. Worth.
It would be the priciest repair on a 14 year old vehicle.Your post made me miss my Honda!
When I read anything like this, I am prone to stick my nose in and guess this is your Daily Driver, because your mileage is about right or a bit over for the swap-out.Even if you go to a mid-grade coil-over at 80-90 bucks on all four corners, you will have to pay at least $300.00 for labor and $125.00 for the full alignment.The coil over will save you money on labor because it is fully loaded.Don't walk away from this shop and the gouge being presented to you, the shorter response might be run.Oh just finished the four corners on a ’90 Accord with 70K in a coil over set-up for $525.00 via some liberal discounts.In the present day environment, deals are out there so you need to shop the job around a bit.
Agree.My 2000 Civic SI isn't cheap with repairs here and there, but definitely cheaper than a car payment and hike in insurance rates.On average, I drive 500 miles a month.I share expenses with a friend or rent a car when I need to go on a road trip.I need to find a mechanic that I can really trust.I was going to a place that I thought was good, but things weren't really repaired or I had to take it in multiple times.I need shocks/struts replacement.
That is disappointing.It can be difficult to find a trustworthy mechanic, but it is worth it.If you have a friend who works at a repair shop, ask him or her to evaluate the work done so you know it was done right.Keep searching if corners were cut.There are good mechanics out there.
If the car is reliable and you don't have to make car payments, I think it's worth it.My Honda Accord is over 20 years old and I saved a lot of money not replacing it, but it does the job just fine.
I own a Chevy SUV with over 140k miles.The Kelly Blue Book is worth between $7k and $9k.If I spend $3k, it is worth having a safe car for another year or two.A newer pre-owned vehicle may have repairs over the next few years plus a monthly payment.If the car still has a strong engine and transmission, don't pay more for it.
I have never seen a used vehicle that didn't need some work after purchase.It all adds up.
I can feel the bumps on the road after I replaced my shocks.There is more noise coming from the front.I don't know if the part has been replaced or if I got gipped.
As the parts get broken in, this is normal for the first 100 miles.I don't think you'll need to take it back to the shop.
I am sorry to hear that.I would like to see your mechanics replace some good parts.If you go to a bad shop, you can get some eBay china parts or something that is trashy and can jeopardize your comfort and safety.
The cost to replace front and rear shocks at the dealership was $1,900.The rear of the car would drift when going over ribbed roadway after 500 miles.My brother was the first to see it.On one occasion, the car almost jumped a lane.Both rear shocks failed when the car was returned to the dealership.Really?Both rear shocks were fixed by the dealership.I am sure they used cheap replacement parts.Many dealerships are greedy.You should consider yourself lucky if you can find an honest mechanic.
Great point.Some mechanics are better than others.They are not the best because they work at a dealership.A faulty installation is more likely since a dealer reputation is important.
How much do you think it will cost to replace the struts on the mercedes e350 wagon 4matic vehicle?I hear a noise after driving in the wrong direction.The mechanic thought it was faulty.
This is dependent on the skill of the car owner.A beginner trying to remove a compressed spring is not something you want.
It can lead to traumatic injury when the spring releases.They need a tool to release slowly.
You need a good spring compressor and courage.I wouldn't recommend this job to anyone.
I need to replace the struts on my car.There was a mileage of 28,000.My suspension was shot.It was obvious.What is the approximate estimate?
Remove rear wheels and change rear shocks.On top of shock sane is a bolt and nut.It should take 30 minutes.The estimate from Firestone is $450.
My 2010 Honda Accord has 74,000 miles and I recently got an estimate for the rear suspension.The parts cost $1,234.40 and the labor cost was $465.96.Taxes and shop fee are not included.Is this realistic?
I was quoted $650 by a Michigan mom n pop shop.There is a Honda Civic.I am waiting on Midas to give me an estimate.
I just got an estimate for the replacement of the honda civic ex.Is this estimate realistic?
Depending on which front suspension components are being replaced at the same time, that sounds about right.It adds up quickly.
It costs me $400 to replace the shocks on my Honda Accord 170K in the SF Bay Area.$855 is the total cost of the parts, KYB set.I went to a place that does lifetime wheel alignments, so I will get my wheels aligned there.I think I paid $180 for a wheel alignment.I don't know how that compares with other people's costs.
The Ford is bucking like a bronco.It has over 120K miles.I went to the shop to get a replacement for the springs in the front and back of the vehicle.I was quoted $4800 with the alignment and taxes.I called around after declining the service.They said they would be able to cut costs and do it for $2250.This still sounds crazy based on what I'm reading.
It sounds like a shop to cut the price.I would get a quote from a different shop and give you an estimate of what it will cost.
The parts will cost a certain amount.It depends on the quality of the parts they buy.A certain amount of labor is needed to keep the lights on and pay the shop technicians.If they are able to cut the price in half, you should know that they probably over charged you in the first quote.
I had an estimate of $595 for 4 KYB's and full alignment for 1999 Tahoe.I read some of the costs before I was robbed.I feel like a thief now.It was the first place in Las Vegas to get the Defenders.
Rock Auto can help you buy your own parts.On my 2004 Ford Exploder, it cost me only $100.00 with shipping for Motorcraft struts for the front since they were on a private label package.I was afraid they wouldn't be Motorcraft because of the non private label package.They crossed off the Motorcraft engraving with an engraving gun.All of the rears are made in the U.S.A.There is a limited lifetime for the regular package with a ford sticker, but they only have a 30 day warranty.
The 2012 Honda Civic LX rear shock replacement cost $380.00 at the local Honda dealer.The car has 85K miles.Needed fix for state inspection.
I have a car.I was quoted 4,000 to replace 4 struts, but the price was dropped to 3000 by the dealership.The place that replaced my struts the last week in December of last year is the same place.I need all of them replaced.What should I do?There was no shaking on oil leaks.
My brother suggests shocks for my car.I am not as rich as he is.Maybe he will.He said about 1400.It's too much for my budget to pay mortgage rent and utilities.
I should get the rear shocks replaced soon.The time is EST.What is the price?What is too high?
Depending on the quality of your shocks, I would expect between $500-800.If you get a quote from the dealership, you will know what you can expect to pay.
I need the R and L front arms replaced because of damage.It was an estimate of $1,200.Brand KYB.