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Air Spring / Air Strut Replacement

Replacement of a leaking air spring or air strut to get your air suspension holding height and riding right again.

Difficulty: hard~1.53.5 hrsHalf a day
Estimated total
$420–2,215
Parts$250–1,600
Labor$170–615
Labor time1.53.5 hrs
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What's involved

What this repair actually is.

Vehicles with air suspension ride on rubber air bladders (air springs) or complete air struts instead of steel springs. The rubber eventually dry-rots and leaks, making the vehicle sag, the compressor overwork, and the ride turn harsh. We replace the failed unit with a new air spring or strut, leak-check the connections, and recalibrate the system so it holds correct height at every corner.

Symptoms

How you can tell.

  • Vehicle sags overnight or sits low on one corner
  • Air suspension warning light or message
  • Compressor runs constantly
  • Suddenly harsh or bouncy ride
  • Hissing sound near one wheel
If you delay

Driving on a collapsed air spring hammers the suspension, and the overworked compressor often burns out — doubling the repair bill.

Educational estimate. Real pricing depends on your vehicle, the inspection, parts availability, taxes, and shop rates. Use this as a guide while you shop quotes.
Related

Often done together.