BMW 3 Series Cabriolet Steering rack repair/replacement Cost
2007–2010 · 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. BMW 3 Series 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 BMW 3 Series Cabriolet typically takes 3–8 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a BMW 3 Series 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 BMW 3 Series 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
- RENAULT Megane Cabriolet$578–$1.1k
- VOLKSWAGEN Beetle Cabrio$578–$1.1k
- MERCEDES BENZ E-Klasse Cabriolet and predecessors$578–$1.1k
- AUDI A5 Cabriolet$578–$1.1k
- OPEL Astra Cabriolet$578–$1.1k
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