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How much does a Driveshaft Repair cost?

On average, the cost for a Kia Rio Driveshaft Repair is $483 with $388 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2015 Kia RioL4-1.6LService typeDriveshaft - Front ReplacementEstimate$891.31Shop/Dealer Price$1095.39 - $1685.13
2012 Kia RioL4-1.6LService typeDriveshaft - Rear ReplacementEstimate$871.31Shop/Dealer Price$1075.41 - $1665.16
2006 Kia RioL4-1.6LService typeDriveshaft - Rear ReplacementEstimate$937.80Shop/Dealer Price$1148.91 - $1743.93
2005 Kia RioL4-1.6LService typeDriveshaft - Rear ReplacementEstimate$937.80Shop/Dealer Price$1148.87 - $1743.86
2009 Kia RioL4-1.6LService typeDriveshaft - Front ReplacementEstimate$937.80Shop/Dealer Price$1148.94 - $1743.97
2008 Kia RioL4-1.6LService typeDriveshaft - Front ReplacementEstimate$937.80Shop/Dealer Price$1148.91 - $1743.93
2013 Kia RioL4-1.6LService typeDriveshaft - Rear ReplacementEstimate$876.31Shop/Dealer Price$1080.27 - $1669.92
2010 Kia RioL4-1.6LService typeDriveshaft - Rear ReplacementEstimate$876.31Shop/Dealer Price$1080.64 - $1670.58
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What is the Driveshaft all about?

The driveshaft transmits the power (torque) created by the engine to the front (front wheel-drive), rear (rear wheel-drive), or front and rear (four wheel-drive) of the vehicle as required. A 4WD vehicle may have two driveshafts.

Keep in mind:

  • A four wheel-drive vehicle may have two driveshafts, in which case you may only need one replaced.
  • A vehicle with modified height will run a greater risk of having a damaged driveshaft.
  • When your driveshaft is replaced, all other components should be checked for quality, and the U-joints should be properly lubricated.
  • In some vehicles, it is more straightforward and affordable to replace the entire driveshaft than to replace a single component.

How it's done:

  • Remove and replace drive shaft.
  • Perform basic safety inspection.
  • Test drive the vehicle.

Our recommendation:

When applicable, make sure all U-joints are lubricated during a major service. This will extend the life of your driveshaft.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Driveshaft?

  • A clunking noise when you accelerate or shift between drive and reverse.
  • Vibration when driving.
  • Squeaking noise while driving.

How important is this service?

A driveshaft is responsible for transferring power from a vehicle’s transmission to its wheels. The driveshaft receives the torque from the transmission, and uses it to turn the wheels. As the driveshaft gets damaged, it doesn’t do its job as well, which puts undue pressure on other parts of the vehicle, which can cause damage. When the driveshaft ceases working entirely, the vehicle won’t be able to send power to the wheels, and you won’t be able to drive.

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Blake

13 years of experience
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Blake
13 years of experience
Kia Rio L4-1.6L - Oil Change - Cary, North Carolina
Arrived right on time and was courteous and very helpful. Finished the job and I will definitely booking with Blake next service!

Art

25 years of experience
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Art
25 years of experience
Kia Rio L4-1.6L - Oil Change - Orlando, Florida
I was very pleased with the service. Art was 15 minutes early, very nice, seemed extremely trustworthy.

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15 years of experience
213 reviews
Jose
15 years of experience
Kia Rio L4-1.6L - Mass Airflow Sensor - Suwanee, Georgia
Good experience. Would/will use again.

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24 years of experience
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Archie
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Kia Rio L4-1.6L - Oil or Fluid is leaking - Long Beach, California
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