Oxygen sensor replacement costs $150 to $523 per sensor in 2026
Oxygen sensor replacement costs $150 to $523 per sensor in 2026. RepairPal lists $440 to $523, with parts at $347 to $387 and labor at $93 to $136. ConsumerAffairs lists $200 to $500 on average. ThePricer lists an average of $374 to $430. The car model, the year, and the sensor spot change the price. Newer cars often cost more, and a hard to reach sensor adds labor.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| RepairPal | RepairPal lists $440 to $523 for the job, with parts at $347 to $387 and labor at $93 to $136. |
| RepairPal | RepairPal lists a Honda Accord oxygen sensor replacement at $483 to $529. |
| RepairPal | RepairPal lists a 2026 or 2025 Toyota Camry at $542 to $576 and a 2024 or 2023 model at $690 to $747. |
| ConsumerAffairs | ConsumerAffairs lists $200 to $500 on average, parts at $20 to $300, and professional installation at $150 to $600. |
| ThePricer | ThePricer lists an average of $374 to $430, a wider range of $150 to $500, and aftermarket sensors at $50 to $150. |
Oxygen sensor cost by car and part
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Replacement, total | $440 to $523 | RepairPal |
| Parts | $347 to $387 | RepairPal |
| Labor | $93 to $136 | RepairPal |
| Honda Accord | $483 to $529 | RepairPal |
| Toyota Camry, 2026 to 2025 | $542 to $576 | RepairPal |
| Average total | $200 to $500 | ConsumerAffairs |
| DIY parts only | $20 to $300 | ConsumerAffairs |
| Average cost | $374 to $430 | ThePricer |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Car make and year | RepairPal lists a 2024 or 2023 Toyota Camry at $690 to $747, but a 2011 or 2010 Camry at $332 to $360. |
| Sensor type | ThePricer lists original maker sensors at $100 to $300 or more and aftermarket sensors at $50 to $150. ConsumerAffairs lists parts at $20 to $300. |
| Labor rate | ConsumerAffairs says dealer labor runs $120 to $159 per hour, and independent shops average $140. RepairPal lists labor for this job at $93 to $136. |
| Which sensor | Cars can have more than one. ThePricer says labor runs $50 to $150 per sensor. A hard to reach sensor takes longer and costs more. |
| How many you replace | Each sensor adds a part cost. Ask if the shop charges less labor for a second sensor done in the same visit. |
What the price includes
The price normally covers the new sensor, labor, and a check that the engine light is off. RepairPal lists parts at $347 to $387 and labor at $93 to $136. It does not include taxes and fees. Extra costs can include a second sensor, a wiring fix, or a scan. Rusted parts can add labor time.
DIY or hire a pro
An oxygen sensor swap is a common DIY job on many cars. You need a special socket, a jack and stands, and time. ConsumerAffairs lists parts at $20 to $300 per sensor, so DIY saves the labor fee. The hard part is a rusted sensor that will not turn. Forcing it can damage the exhaust pipe. A pro can use heat and the right tools. Hire a pro if you are not sure which sensor failed, or if the car is hard to lift.
How to tell you need it
Signs include a check engine light, worse gas mileage, a rough idle, a rotten egg smell, or a failed emissions test. A scan tool will show a code that points to the sensor. Do not guess. Have a shop read the code before you buy a part, since other faults can set off the same light.
How to judge your quote
- Does the quote say which sensor is bad and why?
- Is the part original maker or aftermarket?
- Does the price list parts, labor, and taxes on their own lines?
- Does the shop clear the code and test drive the car after the work?
- Compare the total with the range above: $150 to $523 per sensor for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Ask for an aftermarket sensor. ThePricer lists aftermarket at $50 to $150, while original maker sensors run $100 to $300 or more.
- Get two or three quotes. RepairPal lists $440 to $523 while ConsumerAffairs lists $200 to $500 on average, so prices differ by shop.
- Replace it yourself if you have the tools. ConsumerAffairs lists parts alone at $20 to $300 per sensor for a DIY job.
- Confirm the sensor is the problem. A code scan costs little and keeps you from paying for a part you do not need.
- Do not wait. A bad sensor can waste fuel and hurt the engine over time, so a quick fix often costs less than a late one.
Why this costs more in 2026
Trade labor now runs about $75 to $150 an hour in most of the US. Lumber, steel, copper, PVC and concrete all cost more than in 2024, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Newer cars cost more to fix, with RepairPal listing a 2026 or 2025 Toyota Camry sensor job at $542 to $576 compared with $332 to $360 for a 2011 or 2010 model.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from RepairPal, ConsumerAffairs and ThePricer. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does oxygen sensor replacement cost in 2026?
RepairPal lists $440 to $523. ConsumerAffairs lists $200 to $500 on average, and ThePricer lists $374 to $430.
How much is the part alone?
ConsumerAffairs lists the sensor at $20 to $300. ThePricer lists aftermarket sensors at $50 to $150 and original maker sensors at $100 to $300 or more.
How much is labor?
RepairPal lists labor at $93 to $136. ThePricer lists $50 to $150 per sensor.
Does the price change by car?
Yes. RepairPal lists a Honda Accord at $483 to $529 and a 2024 or 2023 Toyota Camry at $690 to $747.
Can I drive with a bad oxygen sensor?
Most cars still run, but fuel use can go up and the check engine light stays on. Get it checked soon.