Jeep Patriot Drag Link Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(493)

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.

Customer Ratings

(493)

Drag Link Replacement Service

How much does a Drag Link Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Jeep Patriot Drag Link Replacement is $237 with $114 for parts and $123 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2010 Jeep PatriotL4-2.0LService typeDrag Link ReplacementEstimate$376.65Shop/Dealer Price$446.44 - $626.56
2009 Jeep PatriotL4-2.4LService typeDrag Link ReplacementEstimate$350.65Shop/Dealer Price$420.46 - $600.60
2013 Jeep PatriotL4-2.4LService typeDrag Link ReplacementEstimate$350.65Shop/Dealer Price$420.46 - $600.60
2016 Jeep PatriotL4-2.0LService typeDrag Link ReplacementEstimate$503.69Shop/Dealer Price$611.73 - $906.63
2008 Jeep PatriotL4-2.4LService typeDrag Link ReplacementEstimate$350.65Shop/Dealer Price$420.48 - $600.63
2015 Jeep PatriotL4-2.0LService typeDrag Link ReplacementEstimate$503.69Shop/Dealer Price$611.76 - $906.68
2017 Jeep PatriotL4-2.0LService typeDrag Link ReplacementEstimate$510.19Shop/Dealer Price$618.08 - $912.87
2007 Jeep PatriotL4-2.0LService typeDrag Link ReplacementEstimate$357.15Shop/Dealer Price$427.27 - $607.64
Show example Jeep Patriot Drag Link Replacement prices

What is the Drag Link all about?

The motion of the steering wheel must be translated into something usable by the tire wheels. In manual steering systems (mostly older ones, although a handful of automakers still use this setup), that’s accomplished by using a pitman arm attached to a drag link, which itself attaches to a steering arm. In other designs, it connects between the pitman arm and the tie-rod assembly.

The actual design and motion of the drag link can vary a great deal depending on the automaker, but they serve to translate movement from the steering wheel into movement for the tire wheels. Drag links are either solid or adjustable. If the drag link is worn out, you may have abnormal tire wear or an unsteady feeling in your steering.

Keep in mind:

  • The drag link itself does not wear out usually; rather, it’s the junction points between the drag link and the pitman arm or tie-rods that do.
  • Adjustable drag links can wear out over time, and will need adjustments as the vehicle ages.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is raised and supported on jack stands
  • The defective drag link is removed from the vehicle steering
  • The new drag link is installed and torqued to specifications
  • The steering is turned left and right to make sure the steering operates normally
  • The vehicle is removed from jack stands and road tested for proper steering operation

Our recommendation:

Your steering and suspension system is incredibly complex, and while there is no specified lifespan for a drag link, these components can be damaged in accidents or through impact by debris. If you suspect you have a worn, bent drag link, or have similar symptoms, have one of our expert mechanics diagnose your drag link.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Drag Link?

  • Abnormal tire wear
  • Abnormal play in the steering wheel
  • Experiencing steering “wobble”

How important is this service?

Drag links are critical steering components. While damage or excessive wear won’t prevent your car from functioning completely, it can cause unsafe conditions, and the links eventually need to be replaced. Have it diagnosed by one of our expert mechanics who can give you a recommendation on the severity of your specific instance.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Jeep mechanics

Real customer reviews from Jeep owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(493)

Rating Summary
469
10
4
0
10
469
10
4
0
10

Luis

15 years of experience
175 reviews
Luis
15 years of experience
Jeep Patriot L4-2.0L - Brake System Flush - North Las Vegas, Nevada
He was awesome! And very knowledgeable

Brian

24 years of experience
200 reviews
Brian
24 years of experience
Jeep Patriot L4-2.0L - Brake Rotor/Disc Replacement (Front) - Frederick, Maryland
Brian was fantastic- explained everything he was doing the evening before the appt & the day of and was extremely knowledgeable when I asked questions. Would 150% recommend!

Khoa

20 years of experience
402 reviews
Khoa
20 years of experience
Jeep Patriot L4-2.4L - Serpentine/Drive Belt - San Jose, California
Khoa's on time, finishes early, and never had a problem. I've had him do two services so far . . . I highly recommend.

Sean

7 years of experience
19 reviews
Sean
7 years of experience
Jeep Patriot L4-2.4L - Brake System Inspection - Charlestown, Massachusetts
Súper quick super nice made it easy

Excellent Rating

(493)

Rating Summary
469
10
4
0
10
469
10
4
0
10
Number of Jeep Patriot services completed
5423+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Jeep MECHANICS
1300+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Is It Safe to Drive While 9 Months Pregnant?
Pregnant Pregnant women drive all the time, throughout their pregnancies. However, as the big day approaches, it’s natural to be a little concerned about how safe it is to be behind the wheel. Is it safe to drive while 9...
How to Buy a Good Quality Truck Tool Box
If If you have a pickup truck, the bed offers the means to carry a wide range of cargo. However, you can also turn it into a portable tool shed with the right truck tool box. There are quite a...
What car owners need to know about tune ups
Everything you need to know about car tune ups

My car started to make a howling noise. A service center said it needs a new driveshaft i.e. Propeller shaft. There is no vibration.

Hi there. Your vehicle has CV shafts that drive the wheels. A howling noise is more of a wheel bearing grinding sound. Raise up the vehicle and rotate all 4 wheels and listen to there sounds. If a wheel is...

Burning smell from inside the cab?

Sounds like you have a handful of things to deal with. But as for the burning smell; if it is coming from the vents when the heat is on, it could be that you have a blower resistor overheating. The...

Wondering which way the coolant flows into the heater core and from the water pump 2007 Dodge [Ram 1500](/topics-ram-1500/)

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