How much should it cost to replace a head gasket?

How much would it cost to have a head gasket replaced in a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe diesel?

Regards, John

John Dunne (Dublin)

Aug 2010 Filed under: servicing

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Expert answer

Hi John,

We contacted Hyundai direct and the cost of the parts required - assuming nothing else needs to be done of course - is €250 plus VAT of course. Hyundai quotes about nine hours of labour. The actual hourly rate will vary from garage to garage so try to get a fixed quote before you get the work done. With head gaskets there's always the possibility of other work required too, such as skimming the head.

Hope that helps,

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
@Shane_O_D