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How much does a trailing arm replacement cost in 2024?
A typical Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) cost in the UK is around £146 - £369.
Depending on your car brand, model and engine, and whether you live in a big city or a small one, the price of a Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) on your vehicle can be higher or lower.
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) costs on average £146 - £369.
| Car model | Fixter price range |
|---|---|
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Ford Fiesta | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Ford Fiesta | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Volkswagen Polo | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Volkswagen Polo | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Vauxhall Corsa | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Vauxhall Corsa | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for BMW 3 Series | £149 - £235 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for BMW 3 Series | £149 - £235 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Audi A4 | £235 - £369 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Audi A4 | £235 - £369 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Mercedes A Class | £149 - £235 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Mercedes A Class | £149 - £235 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Peugeot 208 | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Peugeot 208 | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Nissan Qashqai | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Nissan Qashqai | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Renault Captur | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Renault Captur | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Toyota Yaris | £146 - £230 |
| Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Toyota Yaris | £146 - £230 |
What's included in a trailing arm replacement?
What's included
| Remove the faulty trailing arm | |
| Replace with working trailing arm | |
| Test drive and safety check of vehicle | |
| No additional work without your approval | |
| We only use manufacturer parts or equivalent | |
| All parts and labour are protected with our Fixter 12-month warranty |
Don’t just take our word for it
What does a trailing arm do?
A trailing arm is part of a vehicle’s trailing-arm suspension system. The trailing arm is the piece of the suspension system that connects the vehicle’s axle to its chassis. It’s job is to act as a pivot point and stop the rear axle or rear spindle from moving forward or rearward during operation of the vehicle.
In addition to the trailing arm itself are the trailing arm bushings. These are rubber or polyurethane components that act as cushions and reduce friction between the suspension parts.
How often should a trailing arm need replacing?
A trailing arm should be replaced if it gets damaged or if the bushings become worn. Because the trailing arm bushings are made from rubber they will deteriorate over time and will eventually have to be replaced.
Because the arm and bushings form a crucial part of your vehicle’s suspension system, they should be replaced as soon as you notice any of the symptoms mentioned above.
The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT
The trailing arm and the bushes are important parts of the suspension. Wear to these bushes usually takes place slowly, often you only find out that you have worn bushes after an MOT test. Deteriorated bushes are in fact one of the most frequent MOT advisories.
Symptoms of worn suspension bushes include a bumpy ride and unstable feel to the car. It’s important to get an issue like this fixed fast to ensure the safety of your car for you and your passengers.
What happens when we do a trailing arm replacement on your car?
Our certified mechanics will:
Inspect your suspension system, including the trailing arm.
If the trailing arm is cracked or damaged they will fit a replacement.
They will advise if any related parts need to be replaced.
They will check that all parts have been fitted correctly and test drive the car.
What causes a trailing arm to break?
A trailing arm will begin to fail if the bushes become worn out. The brushes act as cushions and reduce friction between the suspension parts, therefore if they’re cracked or worn the suspension system will not operate properly. Driving over large bumps or on uneven road surfaces often may also damage your suspension system over time.
When should a trailing arm be replaced?
A trailing arm should be replaced if it gets damaged or if the bushings become worn. Because the trailing arm bushings are made from rubber they will deteriorate over time and will eventually have to be replaced.
What are the signs of a bad trailing arm?
Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
Clunking noises from the back of your car
Vehicle won’t stay in a straight line or sways to one side when driving
Your rear tyres are wearing unevenly and excessively
Loose steering when turning corners
What happens during a trailing arm replacement?
Our certified mechanics will:
Inspect your suspension system, including the trailing arm.
If the trailing arm is cracked or damaged they will fit a replacement.
They will advise if any related parts need to be replaced.
They will check that all parts have been fitted correctly and test drive the car.
Can you drive with a broken trailing arm?
You should not drive with a bad trailing arm. Failing to repair a broken or cracked trailing arm could lead to separation of that side of the axle. Continuing to drive is dangerous for you, your passengers and other road users as it’s only a matter of time before further, more serious damage occurs.
What happens if you don't change a bad trailing arm?
Failing to repair a broken or cracked trailing arm could lead to separation of that side of the axle. It could also result in other parts of your vehicle’s suspension system becoming more damaged meaning more costly repairs down the line.
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