A camshaft position sensor replacement costs $123 to $472 in 2026
A camshaft position sensor replacement costs $123 to $472 in 2026 for common cars, per RepairPal. Its national average is $224 to $326. Labor is about $107 to $157 and parts are about $117 to $169. YourMechanic puts the Honda Civic average at $222, with $82 for parts and $140 for labor. Jerry says one camshaft position sensor costs $127 to $203 to replace.
Camshaft position sensor 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 |
|---|---|
| Honda Accord | $251 to $472 |
| Honda Civic | $206 to $349 |
| Nissan Altima | $182 to $312 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | $208 to $295 |
| Toyota Camry | $197 to $278 |
| Toyota Corolla | $173 to $252 |
| Honda CR-V | $161 to $196 |
| Ford F-150 | $123 to $187 |
How common cars compare
Against the middle of the RepairPal national average, $275, the Honda Accord runs about 31 percent more; the Honda Civic is about the national middle; the Nissan Altima runs about 10 percent less; the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 runs about 9 percent less; the Toyota Camry runs about 14 percent less; the Toyota Corolla runs about 23 percent less; the Honda CR-V runs about 35 percent less; the Ford F-150 runs about 44 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 4 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 $224 to $326. Labor is about $107 to $157 and parts are about $117 to $169. |
| YourMechanic | YourMechanic puts the Honda Civic average at $222, with $82 for parts and $140 for labor. |
| Jerry | Jerry says one camshaft position sensor costs $127 to $203 to replace. |
| CarParts.com | CarParts.com says to expect to pay $100 to $300 for this job. |
What pushes the quote up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Sensor location | Some sit on top of the engine and are easy. Others sit at the back or under the intake and take longer. |
| Number of sensors | Some engines have two to four. The price rises with each one you change. |
| Part brand | Maker parts cost more than aftermarket ones. Cheap ones can fail early. |
| Car type | Older cars and some luxury cars can cost much more, since the sensor is hard to reach. |
| Diagnosis | The shop may charge a fee to confirm the sensor is the problem and not wiring. |
How to tell you need it
- The check engine light comes on with a cam sensor code.
- The engine cranks long before it starts, or stalls and runs rough.
- A shop reads the code and tests the sensor signal or wiring.
What the price includes
The price includes the new sensor and the labor to remove the old one and fit the new one. It usually includes clearing the codes. It does not include tax, shop supply fees, or other repairs the shop finds while the car is in.
How to judge your quote
- Ask which code was read and if the wiring was tested.
- Ask how many sensors are in the quote.
- Ask if the sensor is a maker or aftermarket part.
- Ask if the diagnosis fee is taken off if you do the repair.
- Compare the total with the range above: $123 to $472 for most cars.
Ways to pay less
- Get the free code read at a parts store before you go to a shop.
- Buy a trusted brand part and ask the shop to fit it.
- Fix it soon. A bad sensor can hurt fuel use and leave you stranded.
- Ask for the diagnosis fee to be credited toward the repair.
Dealer or independent shop
RepairPal puts labor for a camshaft position sensor replacement at $107 to $157. 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 $189 for the same labor, and a $100 an hour shop about $94. 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. These sensors use electronic chips and magnets, and electronic parts have cost more, so the sensor is dearer.
How we got these numbers
The national range, the labor and parts split and the prices by car come from RepairPal's camshaft position sensor replacement estimate, last updated September 3, 2026. We checked them against YourMechanic, Jerry and CarParts.com, 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 a camshaft position sensor replacement cost?
RepairPal shows $224 to $326. Jerry says $127 to $203 for one sensor. Engines with more sensors cost more.
Can I drive with a bad camshaft position sensor?
It is risky. The car may stall, run rough, or not start. Fix it soon.
How long does it take?
One sensor often takes under an hour. Hard to reach sensors take longer.
Can I do it myself?
On many cars, yes. The sensor is often held by one bolt. Buy a good brand part and clear the code after.