A brake hose replacement costs $123 to $327 in 2026
A brake hose replacement costs $123 to $327 in 2026 for common cars, per RepairPal. Its national average is $204 to $266. Labor is about $105 to $155 and parts are about $99 to $112. YourMechanic shows an average of $186 for a Honda Civic, with $34 for parts and $152 for labor. Jerry says a brake hose replacement generally costs $116 to $145, with rubber hoses at $19 to $48 for the part.
Brake hose replacement cost by car
RepairPal lists these ranges for the most common cars. Your year and engine move the price inside each range.
| Car | Price, parts and labor |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | $264 to $327 |
| Toyota Corolla | $205 to $320 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | $218 to $285 |
| Toyota Camry | $170 to $273 |
| Honda Accord | $179 to $246 |
| Honda CR-V | $169 to $228 |
| Honda Civic | $171 to $227 |
| Nissan Altima | $123 to $178 |
How common cars compare
Against the middle of the RepairPal national average, $235, the Ford F-150 runs about 26 percent more; the Toyota Corolla runs about 12 percent more; the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 runs about 7 percent more; the Toyota Camry runs about 6 percent less; the Honda Accord runs about 10 percent less; the Honda CR-V runs about 16 percent less; the Honda Civic runs about 15 percent less; the Nissan Altima runs about 36 percent less. The gap comes from where the part sits, how long it takes to reach, and the price of the part for that car.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| RepairPal | National average $204 to $266. Labor is about $105 to $155 and parts are about $99 to $112. |
| YourMechanic | YourMechanic shows an average of $186 for a Honda Civic, with $34 for parts and $152 for labor. |
| Jerry | Jerry says a brake hose replacement generally costs $116 to $145, with rubber hoses at $19 to $48 for the part. |
What pushes the quote up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| How many hoses | Each wheel has a hose. Doing two or four costs more than one. |
| Hose type | Rubber hoses cost less. Braided steel hoses cost more. |
| Brake bleed | The brake fluid system must be bled after the job. That adds fluid and time. |
| Rust | A rusty fitting can twist or break, which adds labor. |
| Car type | Trucks and some imports use costly or hard to reach hoses. |
How to tell you need it
- A soft or spongy brake pedal, or the car pulls to one side when you brake.
- Cracks, bulges or leaks on the rubber hose, or a caliper that drags.
- A shop looks at each hose when the wheels are off and checks for a hose that holds pressure.
What the price includes
The price usually covers the new hose, the labor to fit it, and bleeding the brakes with fresh fluid. It does not include tax, shop supply fees, or other repairs the shop finds while the car is in.
How to judge your quote
- Which hoses need to be replaced and why?
- Is the brake bleed and new fluid in the price?
- Should I replace the hoses in pairs?
- Is the part a good brand, and what is the warranty?
- Compare the total with the range above: $123 to $327 for most cars.
Ways to pay less
- Replace hoses in pairs on one axle to save on labor.
- Do it when you do a brake pad job, since the wheels are already off.
- Ask for a good quality rubber hose. Braided hoses cost more and are often not needed.
- Compare quotes from two independent shops.
Dealer or independent shop
RepairPal puts labor for a brake hose replacement at $105 to $155. At the typical independent shop rate of about $140 an hour, that is about 1 hour of work. A dealer charging $200 an hour would bill about $186 for the same labor, and a $100 an hour shop about $93. Parts cost about the same anywhere, so the shop rate is where you can save. See what mechanics charge an hour.
Why this costs more in 2026
Shop labor now runs about $100 to $250 an hour. Many car parts are imported, and freight costs went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Steel, copper, aluminum and resin prices are up too, and they go into almost every part. Brake hoses use layers of rubber and steel fittings, and the cost of both rose, which lifted the part price.
How we got these numbers
The national range, the labor and parts split and the prices by car come from RepairPal's brake hose replacement estimate, last updated September 3, 2026. We checked them against YourMechanic and Jerry, and read every number on the source page on October 7, 2026. These are planning ranges, not quotes. Your shop's written estimate is the real price.
Common questions
How much does brake hose replacement cost?
RepairPal shows a national range of $204 to $266. The price depends on how many hoses you replace.
Can I drive with a bad brake hose?
No. A leaking hose can cause brake loss. Get it checked right away.
How long does it take?
Many jobs take one to two hours. Bleeding the brakes is part of that.
Can I do it myself?
It is a job for someone with brake skills. Brakes must be bled well, so most people use a shop.