Check an indicative UK turbocharger replacement cost, typical labour time and the checks that can help prevent an unnecessary or repeat turbo replacement.
£740–£1,790
AutoAid reference: parts £350–£1,400, around 5 labour hours, using the current built-in UK labour reference of £78/hour.
This is a broad independent-garage sense-check, not a live quote. Vehicle specification, location, parts quality, corrosion and access can materially change the total.
Turbocharger replacement can be one of the more expensive common engine repairs because both the component and the labour involved can be significant. It is particularly important to identify why the turbo has failed before installing another one.
Loss of power, smoke, unusual whistling, boost faults and oil consumption can involve the turbo, but split boost hoses, intercooler leaks, sensors, EGR faults and exhaust restrictions can create similar symptoms.
Oil starvation, contaminated oil, blocked oil feeds, foreign-object damage and excessive crankcase pressure can damage a turbo. If the underlying cause is not corrected, a replacement unit can fail again.
The price depends on whether the unit is new or remanufactured, how accessible it is and whether oil lines, gaskets, intercooler pipework or contaminated intake components also need attention.
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