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EGR Valve Replacement

Replacement of a stuck or carbon-clogged EGR valve to cure rough idle, stalling, and EGR codes.

Difficulty: moderate~0.82 hrs1–2 hours
Estimated total
$170–800
Parts$80–450
Labor$90–350
Labor time0.82 hrs
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What's involved

What this repair actually is.

When diagnosis confirms the EGR valve itself has failed — stuck open, stuck closed, or with a dead position sensor — we replace it with a new unit and clean the carbon from the adjacent passages so the new valve is not immediately clogged by old buildup.

Symptoms

How you can tell.

  • Confirmed EGR code that returns after clearing
  • Rough idle or stalling at stops
  • Pinging under acceleration
  • Failed emissions inspection for NOx
If you delay

A stuck EGR valve keeps causing stalls and pinging, and elevated NOx will keep failing your emissions inspection.

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.