Hyundai Tucson Brake Master Cylinder Replacement Costs

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

See availability

Customer Ratings

Brake Master Cylinder Replacement Service

How much does a Brake Master Cylinder Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Hyundai Tucson Brake Master Cylinder Replacement is $351 with $211 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
2009 Hyundai TucsonL4-2.0L	Service typeBrake Master Cylinder Replacement	Estimate$675.38	Shop/Dealer Price$787.99 - $1112.84
2012 Hyundai TucsonL4-2.4L	Service typeBrake Master Cylinder Replacement	Estimate$656.50	Shop/Dealer Price$765.17 - $1084.56
2015 Hyundai TucsonElectric	Service typeBrake Master Cylinder Replacement	Estimate$568.91	Shop/Dealer Price$676.50 - $995.08
2017 Hyundai TucsonElectric	Service typeBrake Master Cylinder Replacement	Estimate$768.53	Shop/Dealer Price$926.02 - $1394.32
2009 Hyundai TucsonV6-2.7L	Service typeBrake Master Cylinder Replacement	Estimate$660.96	Shop/Dealer Price$773.14 - $1097.67
2018 Hyundai TucsonL4-2.4L	Service typeBrake Master Cylinder Replacement	Estimate$812.33	Shop/Dealer Price$970.56 - $1439.41
2006 Hyundai TucsonV6-2.7L	Service typeBrake Master Cylinder Replacement	Estimate$584.41	Shop/Dealer Price$695.89 - $1026.11
2011 Hyundai TucsonL4-2.4L	Service typeBrake Master Cylinder Replacement	Estimate$656.50	Shop/Dealer Price$765.21 - $1084.63

Show example Hyundai Tucson Brake Master Cylinder Replacement prices

What is the brake master cylinder and how does it work?

The brake master cylinder has a piston that pressurizes fluid in the brake lines to each wheel cylinder as you apply force to the brake pedal. That pressure moves the pistons that are in the wheel cylinders. As the pistons in those wheel cylinders move, they force the brake pads or shoes tightly against the rotors or drums allowing the car to stop quickly.

The size of the pistons in the master cylinder and in the wheel cylinders are carefully selected when designing a car. This allows drivers to apply moderate pressure on the brake pedal when stopping, but creates tremendous pressure applied at the wheel cylinders. A car can then stop quickly even at high speeds. Depending on how much force is applied to the brake pedal, the pressure in a car’s brake lines will typically be in the range of 800 PSI to 2,000 PSI.

Master Cylinder

When to replace the master cylinder?

External fluid leaks. There should be no fluid visible on the external surfaces of any portion of the master cylinder or the plastic fluid reservoir.
Low, slowly falling, or spongy brake pedal. Faulty internal seals on the piston can cause internal leaks and also seepage of brake fluid into the power assist brake booster. Internal leaks will typically be accompanied by a low pedal, a spongy brake pedal, or a pedal that slowly sinks as you maintain pressure. In all cases, you will experience reduced braking abilities.
Discolored brake fluid. No brake fluids, other than those specified for the year, make, and model, are fully compatible with a car’s internal rubber seals in the master cylinder. Discoloration of brake fluid can also occur due to moisture and particulate contaminants in the fluid.
Warning lights on the dash. If the brake system warning light illuminates, there are several potential causes but failure of the master cylinder is in the list of causes that would have to be investigated.

How do mechanics replace the brake master cylinder?

On vehicles with power brakes, the master cylinder is bolted to the metal housing of the power brake booster. There is usually an electrical plug connecting to a brake fluid level sensor on the master cylinder reservoir and that plug must be disconnected.
Once all steel brake lines are disconnected from the master cylinder, the master cylinder is unbolted from the brake booster and removed from the vehicle.
The new master cylinder must be bench-bled to expel air from internal passages that contain the piston. Then the new master cylinder is bolted to the brake booster and the brake lines are reattached. The electrical plug for the fluid level sensor is reconnected.
Whenever a new master cylinder is installed, brakes lines to wheel positions must be bled to remove air, old fluid and contaminants. If your vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes, the mechanic may use a bidirectional scan tool during brake bleeding to actuate the ABS pump, thus ensuring that all air is removed from the complex valving in the ABS system.
All brake line connections that were removed during the master cylinder replacement are inspected for any leakage and the vehicle is road tested to ensure normal operation of the brakes.

Is it safe to drive with a master cylinder problem?

No, any fault in the master cylinder, which is part of the braking system creates a safety risk. A fully operational brake system is essential to quickly stopping your car. Driving a vehicle isn’t safe, if the master cylinder is leaking or has other faults, as braking distances might be longer than normal. The braking system on a vehicle is among the most important safety systems and must be fully functional to safely drive your vehicle.

When replacing the master cylinder keep in mind:

The master cylinder is only one component of many in a vehicle’s braking system. During replacement of the master cylinder, all vehicle braking system components should be inspected to ensure maximum braking power is available.
The amount of friction material remaining on the brake pads and brake shoes should be verified.
Brake lines and flexible rubber hoses at each wheel position should be inspected for corrosion and deterioration.
The power brake booster should be evaluated to ensure that power assist is working properly.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee

Meet some of our expert Hyundai mechanics

Real customer reviews from Hyundai owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(318)

Rating Summary

301

10

4

0

3

301

10

4

0

3

SEE REVIEWS NEAR ME

Richard

35 years of experience

8 reviews

Request Richard

Richard

35 years of experience

Request Richard

by Donna Spesshardt

Tucson 2005 - Starter - Tampa, FL

Fast and efficient. Thank you

Francisco

10 years of experience

45 reviews

Request Francisco

Francisco

10 years of experience

Request Francisco

by Steve Mahoney

Tucson 2010 - Alternator - Cedar Park, TX

He arrived early and finished in a reasonable amount of time. Very professional and I would recommend him to anyone. Great service at a good price.

Jay

20 years of experience

66 reviews

Jay

20 years of experience

by Brian Allman

Tucson 2010 - Battery will not hold a charge - Forest Park, IL

Jay was helpful and found the problem the last guy from yourmechanic missed after multiple inspections and warranty issues. He was quick, and helpful.

Reginald

30 years of experience

70 reviews

Request Reginald

Reginald

30 years of experience

Request Reginald

by JOHN E DICKERSON

Tucson 2018 - Oil Change - Garden Grove, CA

Very professional and knowledgeable.

Excellent Rating

(318)

Rating Summary

301

10

4

0

3

301

10

4

0

3

SEE REVIEWS NEAR ME

Recent articles & questions

P0111 OBD-II Trouble Code: IAT sensor circuit range or performance problem

P0111 P0111 code definition Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor circuit range or performance problem What the P0111 code means P0111 is the OBD-II generic code that indicates the engine control module (ECM) has recorded the IAT sensor input go out...

B1932 OBD-II Trouble Code: Air Bag Driver Circuit Open

B1932 means there is an error with the driver side's airbag circuit, most likely due to faulty wiring or a defect in the airbag deployment system.

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid

Over Over the past few years, we’ve seen a major trend toward people choosing crossover utility vehicles (CUVs) over larger SUVs. The big motivator here, of course, is buying a more eco-friendly vehicle that will also save you a bundle...

Driver's side window won't go up

If only one window is not operating correctly, I would suspect a failed motor and/or regulator. When the window switch is pressed, power is sent to a DC motor. The motor is attached to a scissor-type device called the regulator,...

The Adaptive stability control went out on my car I took it to a local mechanic he said he thinks the throttle is going bad he unh

Unfortunately, the cause of your concern cannot be determined without visual inspection and further testing. While it is possible that your throttle position sensor may be faulty (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/throttle-position-sensor-replacement), it is more than likely that it could be a wheel speed...

How to reset limp mode on a 1997 Range Rover

It's difficult to say without knowing what the exact code is, but if you are dealing with an OBD II code, which is the universal system that started up in '96, It can be reset by any of the inexpensive...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com