Drive Shaft repair & replacement made easy

On rear-wheel drive (and all-wheel drive) cars the driveshaft transfers the power from the engine to rear wheels to be distributed over the two rear wheels. In some cars the driveshaft connects to a transaxle (a gearbox and differential mounted at the back of the car), but in most cars it transfers the power from the gearbox attached to the engine at the front to a differential at the back.

What does a drive shaft replacement involve?

The mechanic will jack the car safely.
The mechanic will inspect the drive shaft.
If necessary the mechanic will replace the faulty driveshaft
The mechanic will advise if other components need to be replaced.
The mechanic will re-check the drive assembly and test drive the car.
If necessary, the mechanic will make adjustments.

Can I do a drive shaft replacement myself?

Unless you are a qualified mechanic with the required skills, training and equipment to do the job, we strongly recommend a drive shaft replacement is only carried out by a professional mechanic. ClickMechanic can help get you a vetted and local mechanic to carry out the work. Just enter your postcode and your car's registration number at the top of this page and select the work needed to get an instant fixed price up front.

What are the symptoms of a bad drive shaft?

When the car vibrates whilst driving, noticeable through the steering wheel.
When there is a thudding or clunking noise coming from underneath or the back of the car.
When there is a squeaking noise coming from underneath or the back of the car.
When the car does not move at all.

How long does it take to replace a driveshaft?

A drive shaft replacement typically takes 1 hour, but can take less or more time. Ultimately, the time that the job will take depends on a range of factors. For example, your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.

When should a drive shaft be replaced?

While the driveshaft itself is usually not prone to wear over time and there is no set lifespan, it can get damaged. Usually due to an accident or because the shaft was damaged will driving over a bump or through a pothole. In many cases like this the car becomes practically undriveable with severe knocking noises.

Addressing issues with the drive shaft timely and professionally is key to prevent further, more expensive, damage to the car. Should you experience problems with driveshaft then it is advisable to have it inspected and, if necessary, have the driveshaft replaced. Always service the driveshaft as and when stipulated in the guidelines set out by your car's manufacturer.

Can you drive with a broken drive shaft?

Driving with a broken or defective drive shaft can potentially be dangerous lead to further damage to your vehicle. If you suspect there is any issue with your drive shaft or there are concerns about its age or condition, book an inspection with a professional mechanic immediate effect and do not drive the vehicle.

How much does it cost to replace a prop shaft?

The cost for a prop shaft replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Furthermore it will also depend on your location.

Is it dangerous to drive with a bad CV joint?

Yes, it is dangerous to drive with a bad CV joint. Over time the CV joint can deteriorate if its protective CV boot is damaged, and the grease inside gets contaminated. Ultimately this can lead to the part disintegrating when you drive which could mean you lose control over the vehicle.

If you suspect there is any issue with your CV joints or there are concerns about its age or condition, book an inspection with a professional mechanic immediate effect and do not drive the vehicle.

Is a drive shaft the same as a prop shaft?

A prop shaft is slghtly different from the drive shafts in that the prop shaft on rear wheel drive or 4 wheel drive vehicles transfers power from the engine and gearbox to the rear wheels. A drive shaft, on the other hand, transfers power to a wheel usually from a differential on the front or rear of the car.

How much does it cost to replace a drive shaft?

Prices for a drive shaft repair range from £170 to £340 with an average cost of £275. Ultimately, the cost of a driveshaft, also known as the prop shaft, replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having your driveshaft replaced by ClickMechanic by selecting your car at the top of this page!

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47 manufacturers for Drive Shaft Repair

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Alfa Romeo Parts costs: £177.37 - £409.25 Labour time: 1-3 hours # of quotes: 391	£425	£275 - £504	£407 - £734	Get exact price
Aston Martin Parts costs: £118.02 - £141.62 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 2	£244	£179 - £179	£263 - £263	Get exact price
Audi Parts costs: £138.37 - £299.80 Labour time: 1-3 hours # of quotes: 5048	£316	£220 - £365	£329 - £529	Get exact price
Austin Parts costs: £10.09 - £12.11 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 1	£80	£86 - £86	£164 - £164	Get exact price
Bentley Parts costs: £277.52 - £333.02 Labour time: 8+ hours # of quotes: 1	£1156	£944 - £944	£1,662 - £1,662	Get exact price
BMW Parts costs: £324.52 - £601.24 Labour time: 1-3 hours # of quotes: 3095	£602	£431 - £639	£602 - £876	Get exact price
Chevrolet Parts costs: £190.25 - £369.65 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 157	£375	£257 - £398	£362 - £550	Get exact price
Chrysler Parts costs: £171.92 - £280.53 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 61	£284	£233 - £301	£328 - £414	Get exact price
Citroen Parts costs: £134.48 - £330.78 Labour time: 1-3 hours # of quotes: 2570	£338	£234 - £418	£360 - £614	Get exact price
Dacia Parts costs: £626.45 - £938.31 Labour time: 3-4 hours # of quotes: 10	£990	£809 - £966	£1,115 - £1,305	Get exact price
Daewoo Parts costs: £79.34 - £95.43 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 59	£146	£149 - £150	£235 - £236	Get exact price
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MG Parts costs: £28.26 - £51.43 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 98	£113	£94 - £122	£165 - £209	Get exact price
MINI Parts costs: £283.47 - £563.81 Labour time: 1-3 hours # of quotes: 685	£511	£360 - £594	£494 - £811	Get exact price
Mitsubishi Parts costs: £167.07 - £265.91 Labour time: 1-3 hours # of quotes: 247	£294	£249 - £340	£363 - £501	Get exact price
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Saab Parts costs: £184.58 - £266.18 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 353	£296	£248 - £303	£347 - £428	Get exact price
SEAT Parts costs: £138.90 - £271.16 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 1474	£280	£209 - £312	£306 - £443	Get exact price
Skoda Parts costs: £160.78 - £308.74 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 1214	£332	£247 - £354	£364 - £502	Get exact price
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Mechanics that undertake drive shaft work

A.G. AUTOS, Ballyclare
Attleborough Service Centre (norfolk) Ltd, East Harling
BP Automotive

Miles Motor Mechanics, Little Burstead, Essex
Niche Autos Ltd, Wakefield
Oxford Motor Services, Oxford

Southwick Road Motor Repairs Ltd, Portsmouth
Supreme Garage, London
Tyres Direct, Polegate

Recent Drive Shaft repair quotes

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£65.76

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Ford Focus

Leicester

£80.98

Front driveshaft CV joint gaiter replacement - outer left

Volkswagen Golf

Leicester

£106.12

Front driveshaft CV joint gaiter replacement - inner left

Vauxhall Movano

Cricklewood

£159.38

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Want to learn more about Drive Shaft repairs?

What does a Driveshaft do?

What does a drive shaft replacement involve?

Can I do a drive shaft replacement myself?

What are the symptoms of a bad drive shaft?

How long does it take to replace a driveshaft?

When should a drive shaft be replaced?

Can you drive with a broken drive shaft?

How much does it cost to replace a prop shaft?

Is it dangerous to drive with a bad CV joint?

Is a drive shaft the same as a prop shaft?

How much does it cost to replace a drive shaft?

Want to know how much you'd pay at a franchise dealer or independent garage?

Check out the ClickMechanic price for a Drive Shaft repair. We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying

Alfa Romeo

£425

£275 - £504

£407 - £734

Aston Martin

£244

£179 - £179

£263 - £263

Audi

£316

£220 - £365

£329 - £529

Austin

£80

£86 - £86

£164 - £164

Bentley

£1156

£944 - £944

£1,662 - £1,662

BMW

£602

£431 - £639

£602 - £876

Chevrolet

£375

£257 - £398

£362 - £550

Chrysler

£284

£233 - £301

£328 - £414

Citroen

£338

£234 - £418

£360 - £614

Dacia

£990

£809 - £966

£1,115 - £1,305

Daewoo

£146

£149 - £150

£235 - £236

Daihatsu

£297

£203 - £303