Engine Mount Replacement Cost in 2026: $643-$798 National Estimate
RepairPal's national average for an engine mount replacement is $643-$798: parts $316-$317 and labour $328-$481 (page updated 3 September 2026). Check your own quote against it below.
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RepairPal national estimate, engine mount replacement
$643-$798
The comparison range is RepairPal's engine mount replacement estimate (page updated 3 September 2026, read 14 November 2026), which excludes taxes, fees and your location. Your own quote is the number that counts.
Quick Answer
RepairPal estimates engine mount replacement at $643-$798 on national average, parts and labour combined (parts $316-$317, labour $328-$481). The range excludes taxes, fees and your location. A quote is three numbers: the part price, the book hours for your mount position, and the shop's hourly rate. An aftermarket part instead of an OEM one, or an independent shop instead of a dealer, can bring it well below the national figure.
Engine Mount Replacement Cost by Vehicle
| Vehicle (all years) | RepairPal estimate |
|---|---|
| Nissan Altima | $475-$539 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | $527-$701 |
| Honda Civic | $564-$641 |
| Honda Accord | $616-$667 |
| Toyota Camry | $628-$709 |
| Toyota Corolla | $632-$745 |
| Honda CR-V | $691-$778 |
| Ford F-150 | $809-$1,081 |
Source: RepairPal engine mount replacement estimator, page updated 3 September 2026, read 14 November 2026. National estimates excluding taxes, fees and location. More models: cost by vehicle.
How Many Engine Mounts Does Your Car Have?
Most passenger cars have three mounts: two engine mounts on either side of the engine block and one transmission mount further back. Some vehicles, particularly those with larger front-wheel-drive V6 engines, add a fourth torque strut (also called a dog bone mount) to control fore-aft engine rocking under acceleration.
Each mount does a different job. The driver-side mount typically bears the most static load. The passenger-side mount often provides lateral support and is more likely to be hydraulic on V6 vehicles. The transmission mount keeps the driveshaft angle consistent under load. The torque strut controls pitch.
Replacing all at once? Under 80k miles, replace only the failed mount. Over 100k miles with multiple mounts showing wear, bundling saves a future labour visit. See the replace-all decision framework or the full mount locations guide.
Rubber vs Hydraulic Mounts
There are two main types of engine mount. Knowing which your car uses affects both parts cost and replacement lifespan.
| Feature | Rubber | Hydraulic |
|---|---|---|
| Vibration dampening | Good | Excellent |
| How it fails | Cracks, collapses | Fluid leaks internally |
| Common on | Economy / mid-range | Luxury / European / V6 |
| DIY difficulty | Moderate | Moderate to hard |
Polyurethane mounts (Prothane, Energy Suspension) are stiffer and transmit more cabin vibration. Electronic-active mounts (Honda Odyssey, Acura TL) require OEM replacement only. See full mount-type guide with brand tiers.
Signs of a Bad Engine Mount
Excessive vibration at idle
Engine transmitting vibration directly to chassis. Felt in seat and steering wheel.
Clunk when shifting to D or R
Worn mount allows engine to rock further than normal when torque loads change.
Visible engine movement on rev
Have someone rev to 2,500 rpm while you watch the engine bay. Healthy: minimal. Bad: visible rock.
Dashboard or steering wheel shake
Vibration through the firewall. Often misdiagnosed as a tyre or wheel balance issue.
Can You Wait?
A failed engine mount is not the same as failed brakes. The car will still drive. But waiting too long puts stress on exhaust manifold gaskets, coolant hoses, and wiring harnesses routed near the engine block. Excessive rocking also accelerates failure of the remaining mounts.
Recommended window
Fix a failed mount within 4 weeks of first noticing symptoms. If you hear metal-on-metal contact or see the engine touching a bracket, do not drive it. Tow to a shop.
Still under factory warranty? Mounts are usually covered bumper-to-bumper but often excluded from the powertrain warranty. See engine mount warranty coverage by manufacturer.
How the Labour Line Is Built
Shops charge flat-rate labour: the book hours a labour guide (AllData, Mitchell or the manufacturer's own) lists for your vehicle and mount position, multiplied by the shop's posted hourly rate. RepairPal's national labour estimate for this job is $328-$481. Ask for both numbers on any quote, then put them in the checker above.
Book hours differ by position: a torque strut is usually the quickest, a transmission mount the slowest because the engine has to be supported. See the engine mount labour time guide.
DIY Feasibility
Front Mounts
Most accessible. Basic tools plus a floor jack and a wood block under the oil pan. Saves the whole labour line.
Torque Strut
Often the easiest mount on the car to reach. Check model-specific access first.
Transmission Mount
Requires an engine support bar. Without it, the powertrain can shift and cause injury. Intermediate to advanced skill level.