LAND ROVER Discovery Vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) Cost
2009–2013 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$303–$545
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1.5–4h
At a typical garage
Vacuum leaks allow unmetered air into the intake manifold, causing the ECU to run the engine lean; symptoms include rough idle, high idle speed and hesitation. Diesel and hybrid vehicles use a mechanical vacuum pump for brake servo assistance, which can also fail. LAND ROVER Discovery vacuum system repair costs $303–$545.
Warning signs you need this repair
- Rough or erratic idle, especially when cold
- High idle speed that does not settle
- Hissing sound from the engine bay at idle
- Brake pedal feels hard and requires excessive effort (vacuum pump failure)
- Lean mixture fault codes or MAF/MAP sensor codes alongside idle issues
What affects the price
- Location of the leak — some hoses are accessible, others require intake manifold removal
- Whether the vacuum pump vanes or seals have worn (common on diesel engines)
- Age and brittleness of vacuum hoses throughout the engine
Common questions
How much does vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) cost on a LAND ROVER Discovery?
Vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) on a LAND ROVER Discovery (2009–2013) typically costs between $303 and $545 including parts and labour at an independent garage.
What parts are needed for vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) on a LAND ROVER Discovery?
Consult your mechanic for the specific parts required for your vehicle.
How long does vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) take on a LAND ROVER Discovery?
Vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) on a LAND ROVER Discovery typically takes 1.5–4 hours of labour at a garage.
How often does vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) need to be done?
For a LAND ROVER Discovery, vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) is typically needed as needed; vacuum hoses degrade after 10+ years; pump failure is less predictable.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the LAND ROVER Discovery
- 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
Vacuum brake pump replacement (diesel/hybrid) cost on similar cars
- BMW X3$275–$495
- MERCEDES BENZ G-Klasse$303–$545
- VOLVO XC90$303–$545
- AUDI Q5$248–$454
- JAGUAR F-Pace$275–$495
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