Thermostat housing replacement cost in 2026
Thermostat housing replacement costs $613 to $716 in 2026, with a typical bill near $665.
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Type the price you were quoted. We compare it to the usual 2026 range of $613 to $716.
What moves the price
- Many newer cars use a housing with the thermostat built in, so you buy both as one part.
- Labor runs $202 to $296 and parts run $411 to $419, 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.
What is included
The price covers parts and labor for thermostat housing 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 plastic parts both cost more in 2026, as resin prices rose.
Ways to pay less
- Replace the thermostat at the same time if it is a separate part. The labor is mostly the same.
- 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: Thermostat housing replacement Cost Estimate, last updated September 3, 2026
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Thermostat housing replacement costs $613 to $716 in 2026, with a typical bill near $665. Most people pay about $665 per job. The low end is $613 and the high end is $716.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: Many newer cars use a housing with the thermostat built in, so you buy both as one part; Labor runs $202 to $296 and parts run $411 to $419, 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?
Replace the thermostat at the same time if it is a separate part. The labor is mostly the same. 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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