Coolant temperature sensor replacement cost in 2026
Coolant temperature sensor replacement costs $499 to $585 in 2026, with a typical bill near $540.
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Type the price you were quoted. We compare it to the usual 2026 range of $499 to $585.
What moves the price
- Some cars need coolant drained and refilled to swap the sensor, which adds labor and coolant to the bill.
- Labor runs $156 to $229 and parts run $343 to $356, based on RepairPal's national numbers.
- Whether coolant or refrigerant has to be drained and refilled. That adds fluid and time.
- Where you live. Shop rates in big cities are higher than in small towns.
- Your car. Ford F-150: $907 to $1,124.
What is included
The price covers parts and labor for coolant temperature sensor 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. Coolant and sensor parts both cost more in 2026 as freight and chemical prices rose.
Ways to pay less
- Ask if the shop is using an original maker part. Cheap sensors can read wrong and bring the light back.
- Ask if the coolant or refrigerant refill is included in the price.
- 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: Coolant temperature sensor replacement Cost Estimate, last updated September 3, 2026
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Coolant temperature sensor replacement costs $499 to $585 in 2026, with a typical bill near $540. Most people pay about $540 per job. The low end is $499 and the high end is $585.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: Some cars need coolant drained and refilled to swap the sensor, which adds labor and coolant to the bill; Labor runs $156 to $229 and parts run $343 to $356, based on RepairPal's national numbers; Whether coolant or refrigerant has to be drained and refilled. That adds fluid and time.
How can I pay less?
Ask if the shop is using an original maker part. Cheap sensors can read wrong and bring the light back. Ask if the coolant or refrigerant refill is included in the price. 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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