AUDI A5 Sportback Control arm bushing replacement Cost
2011–2023 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$368–$912
Parts + labour
Labour hours
2–6h
At a typical garage
Control arms connect the wheel hub to the chassis and contain bushings and often a ball joint; worn bushings cause clunking, vibration through the steering wheel and imprecise handling. Replacement typically includes new bushings or a complete arm. AUDI A5 Sportback control arm replacement costs $368–$912 plus alignment.
Typical parts included
- Control arm bushing
What affects the price
- Whether the full arm or just the bushings are replaced (separate bushings are cheaper but more labour-intensive)
- Front vs rear and upper vs lower arm position
- Wheel alignment required afterwards
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Control arm bushing replacement on a AUDI A5 Sportback typically takes 2–6 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a AUDI A5 Sportback, this is typically needed as needed—typically every 80,000–150,000 miles; bushings wear before the arm itself.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the AUDI A5 Sportback
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$383–$701
- ABS sensor replacement$158–$289
- ABS system bleeding$126–$231
- AC compressor clutch replacement$315–$578
- AC compressor replacement$338–$619
Control arm bushing replacement cost on similar cars
- VOLKSWAGEN Passat$360–$660
- OPEL Insignia$360–$660
- FORD Mondeo Hatchback$360–$660
- RENAULT Laguna$360–$660
- SEAT Toledo$360–$660
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