Car repair prices in York and Durham

What 40 common repairs typically cost in Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Newmarket and Pickering at independent shops, chains and dealerships, for a compact SUV before tax. Updated October 2026.

RepairIndependentChainDealership
Brakes
Front brake pads and rotors$460$470$640
Rear brake pads and rotors$480$490$680
Brake pads only, one axle$260$270$360
Brake caliper, one$340$350$510
Brake fluid flush$150$160$200
Maintenance
Synthetic oil and filter change$110$110$140
Cabin air filter$70$70$100
Engine air filter$50$50$70
Coolant flush$210$210$270
Transmission fluid service$310$310$410
Fuel system or injector cleaning$170$180$220
Tires and alignment
Seasonal tire swap, on rims$80$90$110
Mount and balance four tires$190$190$250
Four-wheel alignment$160$160$210
Maintenance
Diagnostic or inspection fee$160$160$210
Starting and charging
Battery replacement$290$290$370
Alternator replacement$650$650$960
Starter replacement$580$590$860
Engine and cooling
Water pump replacement$650$670$930
Timing belt and water pump$1,270$1,300$1,710
Thermostat replacement$310$320$430
Radiator replacement$710$740$1,090
Spark plugs, full set$240$250$320
Ignition coil, one$170$170$240
Serpentine belt$180$190$250
Valve cover gasket$300$310$410
Engine mount, one$450$460$650
Oxygen sensor, one$290$290$410
Fuel pump module$830$840$1,220
Steering and suspension
Wheel bearing or hub, one$480$490$700
Front struts, pair$1,060$1,090$1,590
Rear shocks, pair$490$500$730
Lower control arm, one$460$470$690
Outer tie rod end, one$220$230$320
Sway bar links, pair$240$240$340
CV axle, one$490$500$850
Exhaust and A/C
Catalytic converter$1,230$1,250$2,470
Muffler replacement$440$450$700
A/C evacuate and recharge$250$260$310
A/C compressor replacement$1,260$1,280$1,890

Fixtimate's estimates of typical prices. A shop's own price can differ: check your quote or get prices for your car.