Steering rack replacement
Replace a leaking or worn steering rack, done at a garage.
Typically £513 – £741 depending on your carYour : · About half a day
- Fixed pricesKnow the cost before you book
- Vetted mechanicsQualified, insured and checked
- 12-month guaranteeOn parts and labour
- Pay afterCard held, charged when you approve
About this job
A worn steering rack knocks or leaks fluid, and an electric rack can lose its assistance. The garage fits a remanufactured rack, refills the fluid where fitted and sets the tracking. Usually a subframe-down job, so it is done at a garage with a vehicle lift.
Signs you might need it
- Knock through the steering over bumps
- Fluid leak at the rack gaiters
- Heavy or uneven steering
What's included
- Remanufactured steering rack
- Fluid refill and bleed where hydraulic
- Tracking set
Plus travel, disposal of old parts and a 12-month guarantee.
Typical prices by car size
| Small car (e.g. city car, supermini) | £513 |
| Medium car (e.g. family hatchback, saloon) | £570 |
| Large car / SUV / MPV | £656 |
| Premium or performance car | £741 |
| Small van / pickup | £684 |
Steering rack replacement prices for popular cars
- Ford Fiesta · £513
- Ford Focus · £570
- Ford Kuga · £656
- Ford Puma · £570
- Ford Transit Custom · £684
- Vauxhall Corsa · £513
- Vauxhall Astra · £570
- Vauxhall Mokka · £570
- Vauxhall Insignia · £656
- Volkswagen Polo · £513
- Volkswagen Golf · £570
- Volkswagen Tiguan · £656
- Volkswagen Passat · £656
- Volkswagen Transporter · £684
- BMW 1 Series · £741
- BMW 3 Series · £741
- BMW X3 · £741
- Audi A1 · £741
- Audi A3 · £741
- Audi A4 · £741
- Audi Q5 · £741
- Mercedes-Benz A-Class · £741
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class · £741
- Mercedes-Benz GLC · £741
Questions about steering rack replacement
How long does steering rack replacement take?
Usually about half a day. Your mechanic will tell you if your car needs longer.
Can it be done at my home?
In most cases, yes. Mobile mechanics need a safe, level place to park, such as a driveway or quiet street. If your job needs a workshop we'll let you know before you pay anything.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. The price on your quote is what you pay. If the mechanic finds something else, they'll explain it and give you a separate price – nothing extra is done without your OK.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes – parts and labour are covered for 12 months. See our guarantee page for the details.
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