How Much to Replace Strut Mounts? Price Breakdown and Pitfalls
Cost Breakdown
- Parts: Mount assembly (with bearing), varies by car
- Labor: Usually includes strut R&R, spring compression, alignment
Price Ranges
- Economy cars: Parts $5-20 each, labor $15-30
- Mid-size: Parts $20-45 each, total $60-120
- Luxury: Parts $45-120+, total $150+
- Replace both sides to save labor
Pitfalls
- Ask if alignment is included
- Confirm bearing included in assembly
- Beware cheap aftermarket - poor rubber fails fast
- Check struts, dust covers, bump stops while there
Huami Tip
Quality mounts: good rubber elasticity, smooth bearing, rust-proof metal. Huami supplies assemblies and machined parts at good value.