A throttle position sensor replacement costs $65 to $283 in 2026
A throttle position sensor replacement costs $65 to $283 in 2026 for common cars, per RepairPal. Its national average is $184 to $257. Labor is about $77 to $112 and parts are about $107 to $144. YourMechanic gives an average of $165 for a Honda Civic, with $70 for parts and $95 for labor. Jerry says a standalone sensor costs $82 to $142, and integrated sensors cost $300 to $800 or more.
Throttle 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 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | $209 to $283 |
| Nissan Altima | $212 to $275 |
| Toyota Camry | $154 to $226 |
| Toyota Corolla | $175 to $215 |
| Ford F-150 | $157 to $213 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | $131 to $191 |
| Ford Explorer | $121 to $169 |
| Ford Escape | $65 to $87 |
How common cars compare
Against the middle of the RepairPal national average, $220, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 runs about 12 percent more; the Nissan Altima runs about 10 percent more; the Toyota Camry runs about 14 percent less; the Toyota Corolla runs about 12 percent less; the Ford F-150 runs about 16 percent less; the Jeep Grand Cherokee runs about 27 percent less; the Ford Explorer runs about 34 percent less; the Ford Escape runs about 66 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 $184 to $257. Labor is about $77 to $112 and parts are about $107 to $144. |
| YourMechanic | YourMechanic gives an average of $165 for a Honda Civic, with $70 for parts and $95 for labor. |
| Jerry | Jerry says a standalone sensor costs $82 to $142, and integrated sensors cost $300 to $800 or more. |
| CarAdvise | CarAdvise puts the national cost at $115 to $562, with an average of $232. |
What pushes the quote up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Sensor design | On many older cars the sensor is a small part bolted to the side of the throttle body. That is cheap to swap. |
| Throttle body type | On many newer cars the sensor is built into an electronic throttle body. Then the whole unit may cost much more. |
| Relearn step | Some cars need a throttle relearn with a scan tool after the swap. That can add shop time. |
| Part brand | OEM sensors cost more than aftermarket ones. |
| Car type | Luxury and European cars often cost more for the part and the labor. |
How to tell you need it
- The car hesitates, surges, or idles rough.
- The check engine light is on with a throttle sensor code.
- A scan tool shows the sensor reading jumps or does not match pedal position.
What the price includes
The price usually covers the new sensor and the labor to fit it. Ask if the scan tool relearn and test drive are in the price. 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 if the sensor is sold alone or only with the whole throttle body.
- Ask if cleaning the throttle body could fix the problem first.
- Ask if the quote includes the relearn step with a scan tool.
- Ask if the part is OEM or aftermarket and how long the warranty lasts.
- Compare the total with the range above: $65 to $283 for most cars.
Ways to pay less
- Ask the shop to clean the throttle body first if dirt is the likely cause.
- If the sensor is sold alone, ask for that instead of a whole throttle body.
- Get quotes from two independent shops.
- Use a good aftermarket part if the shop allows it.
Dealer or independent shop
RepairPal puts labor for a throttle position sensor replacement at $77 to $112. At the typical independent shop rate of about $140 an hour, that is under 1 hour of work. A dealer charging $200 an hour would bill about $135 for the same labor, and a $100 an hour shop about $68. 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. The sensor is a small electronic part, and the chips and wiring inside cost more than before.
How we got these numbers
The national range, the labor and parts split and the prices by car come from RepairPal's throttle position sensor replacement estimate, last updated August 7, 2026. We checked them against YourMechanic, Jerry and CarAdvise, 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 throttle position sensor replacement cost?
RepairPal puts the national range at $184 to $257. CarAdvise says $115 to $562 with an average of $232.
Can I drive with a bad throttle position sensor?
You may, but the car can hesitate, surge, or stall. That can be unsafe in traffic. Get it checked soon.
How long does it take?
Many jobs take under an hour. A sensor built into the throttle body can take longer.
Can I do it myself?
Often yes if the sensor bolts on alone. Some cars need a scan tool to relearn the throttle after the swap.