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How much does Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement cost?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.

Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2009 GMC Sierra 3500 HD$587$338.54$248.18-12%$521.29
2012 Ford Transit Connect$772$450.71$321.17-12%$687.21
2008 Dodge Charger$716$365.71$350.37-14%$623.71
2015 Audi A3 Quattro$1316$878.22$437.97-9%$1200.72
2010 Cadillac Escalade$742$523.21$218.98-8%$684.46
2008 Jaguar XJR$467$116.90$350.37-24%$374.90

Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement Service

What is the Steering Rack/Gearbox all about?

A rack and pinion system uses several large components. This includes your main-shaft, universal joints, and an underlying intermediate shaft which immediately responds to all your steering wheel movements.

This rack and pinion system is designed to make your car’s steering easier to turn with the added help of a power assisted pump or motor. The typical car sold these days now weighs over 3000 pounds and larger vehicles like trucks and SUVs often weigh over 5000 pounds. The steering rack along with this power assist system are what allow you to easily move all that heavy mass between the steering wheel and your tires without so much as breaking a sweat.

Keep in mind:

The steering rack requires heavy and sometimes sophisticated equipment to operate properly. Many of the big and heavy parts that are underneath your vehicle, such as the shafts and universal joints, can gradually wear out over the course of time.

If you feel your steering is tight, chances are your rack is perfectly fine. It’s when your steering feels sloppy, or when you start seeing power steering fluid underneath your vehicle, that an inspection should be done. Also, keep in mind that damage to major suspension parts, such as your CV axles, ball joints, and tie rod ends, can make your steering feel loose and uneven.

This is why it’s a good idea to have your entire steering and suspension system inspected whenever you suspect that there is an issue with your steering.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is raised and supported on jack stands
  • The tires are removed and tie rods and steering gear disconnected
  • The steering rack and gear box is replaced
  • The system is filled with new fluid, tires reinstalled
  • The vehicle is lowered off of the jack stands

Our recommendation:

If your steering starts to feel clunky or uneven, get it inspected at the earliest possible opportunity. Even a minor issue, such as a cracked seal in between major components, can leak power steering fluid onto your steering rack. This can lead lead to the deterioration or even the complete failure of your steering rack. It’s worth your time to contact one of our top-rated mechanics so that the quickest and most reasonable solution can be pursued for your steering system.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Steering Rack/Gearbox?

  • Sloppy or uneven steering that takes varying levels of effort.
  • Power steering fluid leaks that are usually at the rear of the engine bay or underneath your car.
  • A hard ‘clunk’ noise when you go over large bumps coupled with a feel of being disconnected to the steering wheel.

How important is this service?

Steering is one of those aspects of driving that you never want to shortchange. Often times, a small issue can be due to little more than a leaking power steering hose or a malfunctioning power steering pump. These both tend to be far less expensive repairs than a steering rack.

However, if your steering rack is in need of replacement the consequences of ignoring it can be dire. The worst accidents tend to happen due to the loss of control on a vehicle and your steering rack is the one component that enables your steering to remain precise. If your steering is giving you trouble, it’s important to address it promptly.


Recent Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement reviews

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Gustavo

18 years of experience
575 reviews
Gustavo
18 years of experience
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 V8-5.3L - Steering Rack/Gearbox - Schertz, Texas
Outstanding job and very professional. Great communication and on time also and I will be using him again. Highly recommended

Bryan

9 years of experience
102 reviews
Bryan
9 years of experience
Dodge Ram 1500 V8-5.9L - Steering Rack/Gearbox - Las Vegas, Nevada
Great guy got the job done fast and efficent plus had some recommendations for things he noticed overall great service.

Jordan

9 years of experience
144 reviews
Jordan
9 years of experience
Chevrolet Trailblazer L6-4.2L - Steering Rack/Gearbox - Winter Haven, Florida
Very personable, neat, certainly knows what he's doing. Did my rack and pinion replacement. WILL ask for him again

Manuel

13 years of experience
140 reviews
Manuel
13 years of experience
Ram 1500 V8-5.7L - Steering Rack/Gearbox - Naples, Florida
Manuel was terrific ws here early knew what he was doing. Very knowledgeable and courteous. Will definitely tell everyone to use this service.

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