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How much does Universal Joint (U-joint) 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.

Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2011 Toyota Tacoma$314$36.23$277.38-30%$240.48
2010 Nissan Altima$426$133.93$291.98-22%$348.93
2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty$218$57.74$160.58-24%$175.99
2011 Lincoln MKZ$470$133.93$335.77-23%$381.18
2008 BMW X3$665$81.44$583.96-30%$511.44
2010 BMW M6$665$81.44$583.96-30%$511.44

Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement Service

What is the Universal Joint (U-joint) all about?

In rear wheel-drive cars, a driveshaft is needed for the tires to rotate. The driveshaft transfers the power from transmission to the rear tires, enabling them to turn.

U-joints hold the drive shaft in place. If the U-joints are not lubricated, the bearings inside the U-joints will wear out over time and the drive shaft will begin to vibrate, while the car is moving. You will feel vibration in the seat or throughout the car. You may also hearing clunking or banging noise when you put the car in a gear.

Keep in mind:

  • It is best to replace all U-joints at the same time, even if only one is broken.
  • If the height of your vehicle has been modified, the U-joints are more likely to give out.

How it's done:

  • Jack up the back side of the car.
  • Remove the drive shaft.
  • Remove and replace the U-joints.

Our recommendation:

A mechanic should lubricate the U-joints during regular maintenance service. Doing so will greatly improve the life of the U-joints.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Universal Joint (U-joint)?

  • Vibration felt in the seat or throughout the car.
  • Abnormal noises coming from underneath the car.
  • Red or pink fluid on the ground (transmission fluid is leaking).

How important is this service?

U-joints are responsible for holding the driveshaft in place. Since the driveshaft transfers power from the transmission to the wheels, it receives a lot of force, and it depends on the U-joints to help it stay sturdy and in place. When the U-joints break, the driveshaft has nothing holding it in place, and so it vibrates heavily, which not only is detrimental to the driveshaft’s health, but also results in a very bumpy ride.


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Scott

37 years of experience
995 reviews
Scott
37 years of experience
Toyota Tacoma V6-4.0L - Universal Joint (U-joint) - Chandler, Arizona
This was the 2nd time Scott helped me out. Always on time and professional. I will request him in the future and recommend him with no hesitation.

Behrak

10 years of experience
403 reviews
Behrak
10 years of experience
Jeep Wrangler L6-4.0L - Universal Joint (U-joint) - Atlanta, Georgia
First time using this. Will not be my last. Behrak was fast , knowledgeable and professional. 5 star service. Thank you again!

Luis

5 years of experience
302 reviews
Luis
5 years of experience
Ford F-250 Super Duty V8-6.0L Turbo Diesel - Universal Joint (U-joint) - Prince George, Virginia
Luis did a AAA+++ job. He went above and beyond and gave exceptional service. His in depth knowledge and transparency was both refreshing and relieving. Hands down one of the best mechanics I ever hired, definitely in the top 5% of mechanics in this area. Would hire him again in a heartbeat.

Walter

47 years of experience
416 reviews
Walter
47 years of experience
Dodge Ram 1500 V8-5.7L - Universal Joint (U-joint) - Jenks, Oklahoma
Walter cares about doing the right thing for the customer which is getting harder to find these days. He showed up on time, fixed the problem and explained the repair very well.

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