Steering Column Repair Costs Explained

Reconditioned Steering Columns and other Steering Column parts are listed to repair a faulty steering column. Here is a rough guide to the typical costs to repair a steering column.

Reconditioned Versus New Parts

For the majority of everyday cars, a high quality reconditioned part will be suitable and cost effective. On average, a reconditioned unit would cost between £80-£200. A brand new column can cost upwards of £400 (sometimes over £1000 for complex units such as those found in high-end cars).

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Electrical or Mechanical Fault

The cost of an electric power steering column repair can be quite high due to the cost of the sensors and control modules. A simple universal joint wear would cost around £50-£120 for parts only, whereas an electric column fault would cost around double to triple the price of the above parts.

Labour Time

The amount of time that a garage will spend on labour will typically vary between one to three hours. At a cost of £60 per hour and £90 per hour for labour within the UK, labour can cost on its own between £60 and £270 for the steering column installation.

Vehicle Make and Age

Older vehicles and those that are less common on the road can often have harder to find steering parts which will drive up the overall price. A column parts for mainstream vehicles such as the Ford, Vauxhall etc. are usually easy to find and cost less than for older imported models.

Realistic Total Budget

For a straightforward mechanical repair on a standard model, you should budget around £150 to £350 for all work to be carried out. This will obviously increase for electrical column repairs on new models, or those of a specialist nature, and could be as high as £500 to £700 and above for full electrical repairs.

Understanding the different components will help you ask the right questions and ensure you receive the best quote for your repair.