BMW 7 Series Steering rack repair/replacement Cost
2001–2005 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$605–$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 7 Series steering rack replacement costs $605–$1089 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 7 Series typically takes 3–8 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a BMW 7 Series, 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 7 Series
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$468–$842
- ABS sensor replacement$193–$347
- ABS system bleeding$154–$277
- AC compressor clutch replacement$385–$693
- AC compressor replacement$413–$743
Steering rack repair/replacement cost on similar cars
- MERCEDES BENZ S-Klasse and predecessors$605–$1.1k
- JAGUAR XJ$605–$1.1k
- AUDI A8$605–$1.1k
- VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton$605–$1.1k
- MASERATI Quattroporte$660–$1.2k
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