SCION xA Shock absorber replacement Cost
2003–2006 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$234–$2.5k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1.2–3.5h
At a typical garage
Shock absorbers control body movement over bumps; worn shocks cause excessive bouncing, nose-diving under braking and reduced tyre contact with the road. They are typically replaced in pairs per axle. SCION xA shock absorber replacement costs $234–$2475 per axle.
Typical parts included
- Shock absorber (damper) – front
- Shock absorber (damper) – rear
What affects the price
- Conventional shock vs coilover or integrated strut assembly
- OEM vs performance brand (Bilstein, Monroe, KYB)
- Whether springs need replacing at the same time
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Shock absorber replacement on a SCION xA typically takes 1.2–3.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a SCION xA, this is typically needed every 50,000–80,000 miles, or when noticeable bouncing or handling degradation occurs.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the SCION xA
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$340–$587
- ABS sensor replacement$140–$242
- ABS system bleeding$112–$193
- AC compressor clutch replacement$280–$483
- AC compressor replacement$300–$518
Shock absorber replacement cost on similar cars
- SEAT Ibiza 3 Doors$188–$324
- VOLKSWAGEN Polo 5 Doors$188–$324
- OPEL Corsa 3 Doors$188–$324
- FORD Fiesta 5 Doors$188–$324
- CITROEN C3$188–$324
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