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How Much Does a Muffler Cost?

low cost After-market Parts: $110-$220
low cost OEM Parts: $255-$380
low cost SUV OEM: $350-$550

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It's pretty easy to tell when your muffler needs to be replaced. In most cases, you'll either hear loud, abnormal noise such as a boom, rattle or hiss, indicating a crack or hole, or you may see rust or soot covering the tailpipe. Damaged mufflers may lead to increased air pollution, and bad exhaust could trigger a car's safety warning light.
 
Typical costs:
  • Having a professional replace the muffler on a passenger car runs $110-$218 for after-market parts and $255-$380 for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts. Replacing the muffler on a truck, SUV or minivan costs $120-$330 for after-market parts and $346-$550 for OEM parts.
What should be included:
  • Auto repair shops that offer exhaust system services will typically quote prices that include the part, labor, any needed hoses or pipes, and a minimum warranty.
Additional costs:
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts generally cost more than after-market or off-brand parts, but the New York Attorney General's office recommends getting OEM parts. When getting quotes for replacing a muffler, ask the repair shop which kind of part would be used.
  • In some cases, the muffler may be a "dealer item" only, meaning the repair shop will need to order the part from a dealership. While it may not necessarily impact the price you pay, it could cause a delay of several days.
Discounts:
  • Specialty shops such as Midas usually have promotions or coupons typically for 5-10% off.
  • Mufflers are typically covered under new vehicle warranties, so check your coverage before getting any work done.
Shopping for a muffler:
  • Many repair shops will give you a free estimate by phone. In some states, they are required by law to provide a written estimate before any work is started. In California, the state Bureau of Automotive Repair explains that written estimates must include a detailed breakdown for parts and labor.
  • Muffler replacement is not offered at all auto repair shops. Check for shops that offer "exhaust system" work.
  • Check the shop's record for consumer complaints through the Better Business Bureau or look for consumer reviews on websites like Citysearch or Yelp.
Article updated May 2007
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Amount: $195.00 Muffler replacement
Posted by: GMoney in Ramsey, NJ.Purchased: November, 2007
Car Make: NissanCar Model: Maxima
Auto Shop: Meineke
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Amount: $208.00 Muffler Replacement
Posted by: Paul in Guelph, Other.Purchased: August, 2001
Car Make: HondaCar Model: 1995 Civic
Auto Shop: Hanlon's Garage
Awesome Service.
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Amount: $193.00 193 + labor , total 294
Posted by: bala in silver spring, MD.Purchased: August, 2008
Car Make: hondaCar Model: civic 2000
Auto Shop: Tire plus
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Amount: $0.00 i need a muffler
Posted by: Renae in Glendale, AZ.Purchased: 2008
Car Make: FordCar Model: F-150 2004
Auto Shop: ?
i need a muffler couple days ago the muffler was taken off ... and we need a coplete set do you know where i can get one?
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Amount: $340.00 unexpected repairs
Posted by: A reader from Indiana in Columbus, IN.Purchased: 2008
i went in expecting a $100 muffler replacement, but then the downpipe needed replacing, and after they got that off the catalytic converter was melted and would have destroyed the new muffler, so don't be surprised if the price goes up 200%
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Amount: $124.45 Muffler replaced
Posted by: Jordan in Tulsa, OK.Purchased: October, 2007
Car Make: HondaCar Model: 1997 Civic
Auto Shop: Midas
I had to replace my muffler. They did a visual inspection as well and found a few other things that needed attention. Overall, they were friendly, quick, and gave written estimates before doing the work.
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Amount: $80.00 After-Market Muffler Installed
Posted by: RedDragon in Glendale, CA.Purchased: November, 2008
Car Make: LexusCar Model: Is300
Auto Shop: Down the Street
The shop did a bad job. I got an Exhaust leak. Who ever you use be sure you trust them
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Amount: $200.00 Muffler
Posted by: Cleveland Brown in Prospect Heights, IL.Purchased: September, 2009
Car Make: JeepCar Model: Cherokee
Auto Shop: Merlins
Merlins wanted almost $500 for a new muffler and a tail pipe. We went to an auto care center and paid $200. Stay away from Merlins. They should be on the rip off report.
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Amount: $223.00 Muffler
Posted by: frank563 in La Crosse, WI.Purchased: September, 2009
Car Make: JeepCar Model: cherokee
Auto Shop: Freds
New muffler, pipes, labor, hangers
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Amount: $400.00 price
Posted by: edel in cape coral, FL.Purchased: February, 2009
Car Make: fordCar Model: mustang
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Amount: $220.00 Magnaflow Performance Muffler & Flex
Posted by: jonnysaab in Little Rock, AR.Purchased: February, 2010
Car Make: SaabCar Model: 9-5
Auto Shop: Three Star Muffler Shop
Had shop put on a Stainless Steel Magnaflow Wide Open Performance Exhaust with Life Time warr. and a new intm. Flex Pip section of the exhaust.
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Amount: $317.00 Exhaust repair
Posted by: Suzanne Marie Shaw in Appleton, WI.Purchased: March, 2009
Car Make: DodgeCar Model: Caravan
Auto Shop: Car-x
I asked how much it would cost and it was less than quoted.They were willing to show me on my van what was to be replaced and was out in less than an hour!
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Amount: $250.00 muffler replaced
Posted by: Peggy Noe in Portland, OR.Purchased: March, 2009
Car Make: IsuzuCar Model: Trooper
Auto Shop: Green Drop
Great guys, great shop, fair price and great work
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Amount: $300.00 Flex pipe and welding
Posted by: Spades in jamaica, NY.Purchased: 2009
Car Make: nissanCar Model: altima
Auto Shop: meineke
Went in to get exhaust worked on. Installed new flex pipe and some other pipe. Cut and welded in 3 spots with new hangers. Didn't bother shopping around, could have probably gotten a better deal.
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Amount: $200.00 Fantastic Experience
Posted by: dwootton in Redfield, AR.Purchased: January, 2009
Car Make: Chevy truckCar Model: Silverado
Auto Shop: Redfield Muffler & Exhaust
This lil small town muffler shop is fantastic ! Its a do -it-all lil country shop, and the owner , who has over 20 years of exhaust experience, will give you your moneys worth, PERIOD ! I was clearly shown how some other muffler shops were trying to "rip me off', telling me my converter was cloggeg up, needing replaced at a cost of $200 ! That wasnt the problem at all? He diagnosed my problem, replaced my fuel filter, charged me $22, and i was on my way, my truck running as good as new again ! Talk about an honest bussinessman !!
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Amount: $157.00 new muffler
Posted by: Len in Caldwell, NJ.Purchased: April, 2010
Car Make: 98 mercCar Model: tracer
Auto Shop: midas
muffler rotted, replaced muffler, needed new hangers welded, arrived at 2pm completed at 3:30pm
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Amount: $250.00 muffler only
Posted by: lodger in framingham, MA.Purchased: April, 2010
Car Make: 1993 mercuryCar Model: tracer
Auto Shop: midas
replaced rear muffler & pipe 20 minutes labor what is the fair price
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Amount: $150.00 wow
Posted by: happy in the fort in Fort Wayne, IN.Purchased: March, 2010
Car Make: ToyotaCar Model: Camry
Auto Shop: Fair Muffler- Ft. Wayne
Was quoted an entire front pipe by 2 of the "big-chain" shops. They were both over $400. A friend told me about Fair Muffler, and wow. They replaced just my flex pipe (which was the only part that was leaking) for about $150 with labor and tax. The employees had a great, friendly attitude. The price was excellant and they had my car finished in under an hour. I will be seeing them again!
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Amount: $400.00 Exhaust Pipe + Muffler
Posted by: pat1766 in Newark, DE.Purchased: June, 2010
Car Make: 2000 HondaCar Model: Civic EX
Auto Shop: midas
Exhaust Pipe was 225, Muffler was 175, Labor was 150 at Midas. I believe this is really overpriced
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Amount: $317.00 Replace Muffler
Posted by: Annedria@aol.com in New York, NY.Purchased: July, 2010
Car Make: Honda CivicCar Model: 1999
Auto Shop: Queenshill Service Station Inc.
To replace muffer and gasket.
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