Camshaft seal replacement cost in 2026
Camshaft seal replacement costs $997 to $1,457 in 2026, with a typical bill near $1,225.
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What moves the price
- Almost all of the price is labor, because the timing belt and covers often have to come off to reach the seal.
- Labor runs $968 to $1,420 and parts run $29 to $36, based on RepairPal's national numbers.
- Your engine size and layout. V6 and V8 engines often take longer to work on.
- Where you live. Shop rates in big cities are higher than in small towns.
What is included
The price covers parts and labor for camshaft seal replacement at a typical shop. It does not include taxes, shop fees or other repairs found during the job. RepairPal's range does not change by location, so your local price may be higher or lower.
Why this costs more in 2026
Shop labor now runs about $100 to $250 an hour in most of the US. 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 all cost more too. The seal costs less than $40, so the 2026 rise here is almost all shop labor.
Ways to pay less
- If your timing belt is due soon, ask to replace the cam seals at the same visit. You pay the labor once.
- Get the trouble code read before you pay for parts. Many parts stores do it free.
- Get a second quote. Prices for the same job often differ by $100 or more between shops.
Where the price comes from
The range on this page comes from one named price guide. We read every number on its page and show the date it was last updated.
- RepairPal: Camshaft seal replacement Cost Estimate, last updated September 3, 2026
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Camshaft seal replacement costs $997 to $1,457 in 2026, with a typical bill near $1,225. Most people pay about $1,225 per job. The low end is $997 and the high end is $1,457.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: Almost all of the price is labor, because the timing belt and covers often have to come off to reach the seal; Labor runs $968 to $1,420 and parts run $29 to $36, based on RepairPal's national numbers; Your engine size and layout. V6 and V8 engines often take longer to work on.
How can I pay less?
If your timing belt is due soon, ask to replace the cam seals at the same visit. You pay the labor once. Get the trouble code read before you pay for parts. Many parts stores do it free. Get a second quote. Prices for the same job often differ by $100 or more between shops.
Where do these numbers come from?
From one named price guide, RepairPal. It is linked on this page with the date it was last updated.
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