Repair Cost Guides

    Real cost ranges for the repairs that matter — based on parts, average labor times, and live shop labor rates in your state.

    Brake Pad & Rotor Replacement Cost
    A standard front-axle brake job replaces both pads and both rotors. Average national cost runs $300-$700 per a…
    Oil Change Cost
    Conventional oil change runs $40-$70; synthetic $70-$130. Diesels and high-performance engines (with 8-10 qt c…
    Transmission Rebuild Cost
    Full rebuild typically runs $2,500-$5,500 for passenger cars and $4,000-$8,000 for trucks. Remanufactured unit…
    Engine Replacement Cost
    A used JDM/salvage engine swap runs $3,000-$5,500; reman long-block $4,500-$9,000; new crate engine $6,000-$15…
    Commercial Truck Tire Replacement Cost
    A single 22.5" commercial truck tire mounted and balanced runs $450-$850. Full 18-wheeler set (10 tires) costs…
    Commercial Trailer Repair Cost
    Typical trailer service ranges $200-$1,500. Brake jobs $400-$1,200/axle; full DOT inspection + minor repairs $…
    Fleet Maintenance Cost per Vehicle
    Industry benchmarks put PM cost at $0.12-$0.18 per mile for Class 8 trucks and $0.06-$0.10 per mile for light-…
    Auto A/C Repair Cost
    A simple A/C recharge runs $150-$300; compressor replacement $700-$1,400; full system overhaul $1,500-$2,500. …
    Tow Truck Cost
    Light-duty tow base $75-$125 plus $2.50-$5/mi; medium-duty $150-$300 + $5-$8/mi; heavy-duty $400-$900 + $8-$15…
    Alternator Replacement Cost
    Alternator replacement runs $400-$1,100 on most passenger cars. Diesel and luxury vehicles with twin alternato…
    Starter Motor Replacement Cost
    Starter replacement averages $350-$900. Some intake-mounted starters (V8 trucks, certain Subarus) run higher b…
    Water Pump Replacement Cost
    Belt-driven water pump replacement runs $400-$900. Timing-belt-driven pumps (Subaru, Audi, VW) run $900-$1,800…
    Timing Belt Replacement Cost
    Timing belt replacement runs $600-$1,500. A full kit job (belt + water pump + tensioner + idlers) runs $900-$2…
    Spark Plug Replacement Cost
    Spark plug replacement runs $100-$350 on 4-cylinder cars; $200-$500 on V6/V8; $400-$800 on engines with hard-t…
    Wheel Alignment Cost
    2-wheel alignment runs $50-$95; 4-wheel alignment $80-$170. Lifted trucks and performance alignments run $150-…
    Catalytic Converter Replacement Cost
    Aftermarket converter replacement runs $900-$1,800; OEM California-compliant units $1,800-$3,500. Pickups and …
    DPF Cleaning Cost
    Professional DPF cleaning runs $400-$900 per filter; full replacement $2,500-$6,000. Most fleets clean every 2…
    Timing Chain Replacement Cost
    Timing chain replacement typically runs $1,200-$2,800. Engines with chains buried behind the transmission (som…
    Fuel Pump Replacement Cost
    In-tank electric fuel pump replacement runs $600-$1,200. High-pressure GDI pumps run $700-$1,500. Diesel HPFP …
    Head Gasket Repair Cost
    Head gasket repair runs $1,500-$3,500 on inline-4s and $2,500-$5,500 on V6/V8. If the head is warped or cracke…
    Wheel Bearing Replacement Cost
    Wheel bearing replacement runs $250-$650 per wheel. Press-fit bearings (older trucks) cost more in labor; seal…
    Control Arm Replacement Cost
    Control arm replacement runs $300-$800 per side. Pairs are recommended ($500-$1,400). Alignment ($80-$170) is …
    CV Axle Replacement Cost
    CV axle replacement runs $300-$800 per side. AWD vehicles and trucks with intermediate shafts can run higher.…
    Radiator Replacement Cost
    Radiator replacement runs $400-$1,000. Trucks and luxury vehicles with integrated trans coolers run $700-$1,80…
    Oxygen Sensor Replacement Cost
    O2 sensor replacement runs $150-$500 per sensor. Modern wideband AFR sensors and bank 2 / downstream sensors w…
    EGR Valve Replacement Cost
    EGR valve replacement runs $250-$700 on gas engines. Diesel EGR coolers and valves run $700-$2,500 with carbon…
    Turbocharger Replacement Cost
    Turbo replacement runs $1,500-$3,500 on small gas engines. Diesel and twin-turbo setups run $3,000-$7,500.…
    A/C Compressor Replacement Cost
    A/C compressor replacement runs $800-$1,800. EVs with electric compressors and luxury vehicles run $1,500-$3,0…
    Serpentine Belt Replacement Cost
    Serpentine belt replacement runs $100-$250. Stretch-fit belts and engines with hard-to-reach tensioners cost m…
    Car Tire Replacement Cost
    A set of 4 passenger tires installed runs $500-$1,400. Performance and luxury tires (run-flats, 19"+) run $800…
    Brake Fluid Flush Cost
    Brake fluid flush runs $90-$180. Most manufacturers recommend every 2-3 years to prevent ABS module damage.…
    Coolant Flush Cost
    Coolant flush runs $100-$220. Vehicles requiring OEM long-life coolant (GM Dex-Cool, VW G13, etc.) cost more.…
    Transmission Fluid Change Cost
    Transmission service runs $150-$450. Full machine exchange with new filter runs $250-$600. CVTs require specif…
    Shock & Strut Replacement Cost
    Strut replacement runs $400-$900 per pair. Air-ride and adaptive damping systems run $1,500-$4,000 per axle.…
    Exhaust Repair Cost
    Patch repair runs $100-$300; muffler replacement $200-$700; full cat-back $600-$2,500.…
    Roadside Assistance Cost
    Roadside service runs $75-$200 for jump-starts, lockouts, and tire changes. Mobile mechanic on-site repairs ru…