AUDI A5 Cabriolet Steering rack repair/replacement Cost
2009–2012 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$578–$1.1k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
3–8h
At a typical garage
The steering rack converts the rotational input from the steering wheel into lateral movement of the wheels. Leaks, excessive play or knocking sounds indicate rack wear. AUDI A5 Cabriolet steering rack replacement costs $578–$1073 and always requires a wheel alignment afterwards.
What affects the price
- Remanufactured vs new OEM rack
- Hydraulic vs electric power steering (electric is usually simpler to replace)
- Wheel alignment cost (always required after rack replacement)
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Steering rack repair/replacement on a AUDI A5 Cabriolet typically takes 3–8 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a AUDI A5 Cabriolet, this is typically needed steering racks are replaced on failure; typical lifespan is 100,000–150,000 miles.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the AUDI A5 Cabriolet
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$446–$829
- ABS sensor replacement$184–$341
- ABS system bleeding$147–$273
- AC compressor clutch replacement$368–$683
- AC compressor replacement$394–$731
Steering rack repair/replacement cost on similar cars
- MERCEDES BENZ E-Klasse Cabriolet and predecessors$578–$1.1k
- BMW Z4 Roadster$578–$1.1k
- SAAB 9-3 Convertible$578–$1.1k
- CHEVROLET Camaro Convertible$693–$1.3k
- VOLKSWAGEN Golf Cabrio$578–$1.1k
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