BMW X1 Control arm replacement Cost
2009–2012 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$484–$5.0k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1.5–4.5h
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. BMW X1 control arm replacement costs $484–$4980 plus alignment.
Typical parts included
- Control arm (wishbone) – front
- Control arm – rear
- 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 replacement on a BMW X1 typically takes 1.5–4.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a BMW X1, 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 BMW X1
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$425–$765
- ABS sensor replacement$175–$315
- ABS system bleeding$140–$252
- AC compressor clutch replacement$350–$630
- AC compressor replacement$375–$675
Control arm replacement cost on similar cars
- MERCEDES BENZ G-Klasse$330–$594
- VOLVO XC90$330–$594
- AUDI Q5$270–$495
- LAND ROVER Range Rover Sport$360–$648
- JAGUAR F-Pace$300–$540
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