Brake Pad and Rotor Replacement Cost (Rear)
Rear Brake Pads and Rotors typically costs $240–$807 across economy, mainstream and premium vehicles, including reference parts and labor. Rear brakes may use a different procedure from the front.
| Vehicle type | Parts | Labor hours | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| economy | $130–$292 | 1–1.72 | $240–$610 |
| mainstream | $184–$346 | 1.24–1.96 | $320–$709 |
| premium | $238–$400 | 1.48–2.2 | $401–$807 |
Labor uses the configured national band of $110–$185/hour. Vehicle windows narrow both reference parts and hours; pickup, full-size SUV and van access can require more labor. This table is a reference estimate, not a complete quote analysis.
Last reviewed October 27, 2026 · Content updated October 28, 2026
What’s included
- Rear pads and both rear rotors
- electronic parking-brake service mode where applicable
What’s often done at the same time
These jobs can share access on some vehicles. Ask which removal steps overlap; related work is not automatically necessary.
Signs you need it
- Rear pad wear, grinding or rear rotor damage confirmed by inspection
How shops can pad this quote
- Charging front and rear labor without separating axle work
- unexplained electronic parking-brake surcharge
Questions to ask the shop
- Are the rear rotors beyond service limits, and is parking-brake setup included?
- What findings make this necessary now rather than something to monitor?
- Which parts, fluids and access labor are already included in the estimate?
Frequently asked questions
Are the rear rotors beyond service limits, and is parking-brake setup included?
Rear brakes may use a different procedure from the front. Confirm whether the quote is for disc brakes or another system.
What should this estimate include?
Rear pads and both rear rotors; electronic parking-brake service mode where applicable
What evidence supports this repair?
Rear pad wear, grinding or rear rotor damage confirmed by inspection
Which charges deserve a second look?
Charging front and rear labor without separating axle work; unexplained electronic parking-brake surcharge
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AI-generated estimate based on typical labor times and parts prices. Actual prices vary by shop, region, vehicle condition and parts used. This is not a mechanic inspection. Read the disclaimer.