Distributor cap replacement cost in 2026
Distributor cap replacement costs $99 to $154 in 2026, with a typical bill near $125.
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What moves the price
- Only older cars have a distributor. Newer cars use coil packs instead, so this job is mostly for cars built before the mid 2000s.
- Labor runs $61 to $90 and parts run $37 to $64, based on RepairPal's national numbers.
- Whether the shop has to test wiring first. Finding an electrical fault can take longer than the repair.
- Where you live. Shop rates in big cities are higher than in small towns.
- Your car. Ford F-150: $102 to $149; Toyota Camry: $76 to $115; Honda Accord: $78 to $125; Honda Civic: $76 to $146; Toyota Corolla: $72 to $163; Nissan Altima: $67 to $96; Honda CR-V: $64 to $133; Jeep Grand Cherokee: $90 to $113.
What is included
The price covers parts and labor for distributor cap 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. Parts for older cars are made in smaller runs now, so they cost more to stock.
Ways to pay less
- Replace the cap and rotor together. They wear as a pair and the rotor adds little to the bill.
- Ask the shop to show you the test result before they replace the part.
- 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: Distributor cap replacement Cost Estimate, last updated September 3, 2026
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Distributor cap replacement costs $99 to $154 in 2026, with a typical bill near $125. Most people pay about $125 per job. The low end is $99 and the high end is $154.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: Only older cars have a distributor. Newer cars use coil packs instead, so this job is mostly for cars built before the mid 2000s; Labor runs $61 to $90 and parts run $37 to $64, based on RepairPal's national numbers; Whether the shop has to test wiring first. Finding an electrical fault can take longer than the repair.
How can I pay less?
Replace the cap and rotor together. They wear as a pair and the rotor adds little to the bill. Ask the shop to show you the test result before they replace the part. 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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