A wheel lug stud replacement costs $68 to $196 in 2026
A wheel lug stud replacement costs $68 to $196 in 2026 for common cars, per RepairPal. Its national average is $85 to $118. Labor is about $71 to $104 and parts are about $15. YourMechanic puts the average for a Honda Civic at $177, with $82 for parts and $95 for labor. Jerry says replacing a wheel stud usually costs $55 to $400, with studs themselves at $2.49 to $12.49.
Wheel lug stud 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 |
|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | $147 to $196 |
| Honda CR-V | $124 to $173 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | $116 to $162 |
| Honda Accord | $94 to $130 |
| Honda Civic | $88 to $127 |
| Toyota Camry | $70 to $99 |
| Ford F-150 | $68 to $91 |
| Nissan Altima | $68 to $88 |
How common cars compare
Against the middle of the RepairPal national average, $102, the Toyota Corolla runs about 69 percent more; the Honda CR-V runs about 46 percent more; the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 runs about 37 percent more; the Honda Accord runs about 10 percent more; the Honda Civic runs about 6 percent more; the Toyota Camry runs about 17 percent less; the Ford F-150 runs about 22 percent less; the Nissan Altima runs about 23 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 3 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 $85 to $118. Labor is about $71 to $104 and parts are about $15. |
| YourMechanic | YourMechanic puts the average for a Honda Civic at $177, with $82 for parts and $95 for labor. |
| Jerry | Jerry says replacing a wheel stud usually costs $55 to $400, with studs themselves at $2.49 to $12.49. |
What pushes the quote up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Number of studs | One stud is cheap. A set costs more. Shops often replace all studs on a hub if several are bad. |
| Front or rear | Some rear hubs have brake drums or rotors that must come off first. That adds time. |
| Press in or pound in | Some studs tap out with a hammer. Others need the hub removed. RepairPal shows labor at $71 to $104. |
| Part cost | A stud is cheap. RepairPal shows parts at only $15. The labor is most of the bill. |
| Damage found | If the threads are stripped or the hub is bent, the shop may need to replace the hub too. |
How to tell you need it
- A stud is stripped, bent, or snapped, or a lug nut will not tighten.
- You hear clunking or feel a wobble from a wheel after a tire change.
- A shop sees a stud that is stretched, rusty, or has damaged threads.
What the price includes
The price usually covers the new stud, taking off the wheel and brake part, pressing the stud in, and a torque check on the lug nuts. 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 price is for one stud or for the whole set on that wheel.
- Ask if they will check the other studs and the hub.
- Ask if they will tighten the lug nuts with a torque wrench.
- Ask if the brake rotor or drum has to come off and if that costs extra.
- Compare the total with the range above: $68 to $196 for most cars.
Ways to pay less
- Replace only the bad studs. Do not pay for a whole set if the others are fine.
- Do the job while the wheel is already off for brakes or tires. You can save labor.
- Ask a tire shop. Many do this job fast and for less.
- Use good studs. A cheap stud can fail again.
Dealer or independent shop
RepairPal puts labor for a wheel lug stud replacement at $71 to $104. 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 $125 for the same labor, and a $100 an hour shop about $62. 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. Lug studs are made from hardened steel that must hold the wheel safely, and steel and heat treating costs are higher.
How we got these numbers
The national range, the labor and parts split and the prices by car come from RepairPal's wheel lug stud replacement estimate, last updated September 3, 2026. We checked them against YourMechanic and Jerry, 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 a wheel lug stud replacement cost?
RepairPal puts the national range at $85 to $118. Jerry says $55 to $400, depending on labor and how many studs are bad.
Can I drive with a broken lug stud?
It is not safe. The other studs carry more load, and the wheel can come loose. Get it fixed soon.
How long does the job take?
One stud can take under an hour. Jerry says it can take 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Can I fix it myself?
Often yes, if you have tools and a safe lift. Some studs tap out easily. Others need the hub removed, which is harder.