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How much does ABS Speed Sensor 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.

ABS Speed Sensor Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2009 Mercury Grand Marquis$243$96.64$145.99-18%$204.14
2009 Chevrolet Equinox$303$142.09$160.58-16%$260.34
2010 Chevrolet Malibu$375$228.57$145.99-11%$336.07
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK550$213$66.76$145.99-22%$174.26
2016 Lincoln MKC$195$48.69$145.99-24%$156.19
2012 Porsche Panamera$494$348.13$145.99-8%$455.63

ABS Speed Sensor Replacement Service

What is the ABS Speed Sensor all about?

Most modern vehicles have anti­-lock brake systems that use sensors to detect wheel rotation rates, reporting to a computer that is able to modulate brake pressure if one or more wheels should lock during a braking operation. Usually the sensor is a Hall­effect, or so-­called reluctance component, which looks at a toothed ring (called a tone ring) that is affixed to the wheel or axle. The teeth passing by the sensor creates a wave form that can be recognized and interpreted by the ABS controller. On three-channel ABS systems (typically found on older pickups), the rear axle is monitored by one sensor while the front wheels have their own individual sensors and anti­-lock control. Four-channel systems monitor each wheel independently.

Keep in mind:

  • If one or more ABS speed sensors fail, the entire system defaults to a non-­operational status, providing no anti­-lock control. The diagnostic system will reveal to the mechanic which sensors (if more than one) have failed.

  • If a sensor fails, the ABS warning light will illuminate every time you start the car, and stay lit.

  • If you lose ABS intervention, you may lock up the brakes in an emergency, increasing stopping distance and losing all steering ability.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is raised and supported, then the tire is removed
  • The defective ABS Sensor is replaced
  • The tire is reinstalled and the vehicle is lowered
  • The ABS system is rechecked for any codes
  • The vehicle is road tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle's brake system and replace any wheel speed sensors that are defective. The difference between a vehicle with and without operational ABS is potentially a matter of life and death. Your brakes will still operate, but the chances of a lockup on slippery surfaces or in an emergency – without ABS – are pretty much 100­ percent.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the ABS Speed Sensor?

  • The ABS warning light will illuminate when the car is started, and it will stay on permanently.
  • If you test the brakes on gravel or ice, you will no longer feel or hear the ABS mechanisms kick in, and the brakes will lock up.

How important is this service?

Functional ABS is the difference between being able to simultaneously brake and steer past an obstacle, or locking up and hitting it. It's considered important enough for insurance companies to offer discounts to owners of cars equipped with ABS systems. With a failed speed sensor, you're driving around with sophisticated electronic control systems, relays and sensors that could save your life. If only they worked.


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Joe

44 years of experience
838 reviews
Joe
44 years of experience
Audi Q3 Quattro L4-2.0L Turbo - ABS Speed Sensor Replacement (Driver Side Rear, Passenger Side Rear) - Tampa, Florida
Joe is the best. He comes on time and makes sure that I am well informed about everything. He makes sure I have everything I need. Nothing more. Nothing less. I highly recommend.

Enrique

23 years of experience
44 reviews
Enrique
23 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz GLA250 L4-2.0L Turbo - ABS Speed Sensor Replacement (Passenger Side Rear) - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
I wished I found Enrique years ago! Took care of my mechanical issues with ease while making sure to keep my car in a clean condition. Excellent service and would recommend to anyone.

Chris

19 years of experience
600 reviews
Chris
19 years of experience
Honda CR-V L4-2.4L - ABS Speed Sensor Replacement (Driver Side Front) - Richardson, Texas
He was prompt and easy to communicate with. I haven't drove the car very far yet but will provide update.

Jesse

17 years of experience
127 reviews
Jesse
17 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz C250 L4-1.8L Turbo - ABS Speed Sensor Replacement (Driver Side Front, Passenger Side Front) - Ormond Beach, Florida
I was able to diagnose that I needed to replace both of my front ABS Wheel Speed Sensors before booking Jessie. I was told by that tire company service that I probably needed to take my car to the dealership to repair it. They did not want to touch it. I got on YourMechanic and found that I could get it taken care of for much less and instead of wasting my day at the dealership, Jessie would come to me. No brainer. We had to work through a couple of supply chain and rain issues, but Jessie was flexible, professional, and prompt. He came out, promptly took care of business, and best of all fixed my problem. He was in and out in about an hour. I highly recommend his services.

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