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How much should it cost to repair the tie rod on my 04 Dodge Neon?

I need to have it done to pass inspection. My mechanic said that overall it would cost $200. Is this accurate? He also said he would need to fix my alignment afterward as a result of replacing the tie rod. Is this necessary?

Public Comments

1. That seems fair considering most places charge like $79 just for the alignment alone. Always ask for the old parts, or you could replace it yourself and just pay for the alignment.
2. sounds about right you can call three tire stores or shops and ask
3. If you do it yourself it will be about $25 for the part, and after you put it on it will be about $50 for an alignment. Or pay the $200 to have it done. That is a fair price, but you could probably get it done cheaper.
4. it should cost less than 150 bucks because the part only cost about 30 bucks and the alignment about 40 bucks if they only have to do a 2 wheel alignment,if they do a full alignment on it that cost around 70 bucks,but it still should only cost around 175 bucks tops,and that's courting the labor for installing the tie rod end also,i just did two on a car and the total bill was only 225.00 bucks,good luck.