EV Battery Replacement Cost (2026), Including Tesla

A genuine replacement EV battery pack lists for about $10,361–$16,667 before labor in 2026: $10,360.86 for a 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric and $16,666.90 plus a $2,500 core for a 2023–24 Nissan Leaf SV Plus, at dealer parts-store prices. With Hyundai’s published 3.4–3.7 hours at dealer labor rates, the Kona job is about $10,785–$11,010. Tesla doesn’t publish pack prices; its battery warranty runs 8 years and 100,000–150,000 miles by model, with at least 70% capacity retention.

Sources: chain price pages, retailer and manufacturer list prices, official documents (below) · Prices checked 2026-11-09 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology

EV Battery Replacement cost by service type

ServiceParts / fluidLaborTypical shop total
Hyundai Kona Electric 2019$10,36137501-K4000-AS MSRP3.4–3.7 hr$10,785–$11,010[1],[2],[3],[4]MSRP + 3.4–3.7 hr (Hyundai Recall 200) × dealer rate $125–$175/hr
Nissan Leaf SV Plus 2023–24$16,667295B0-5SL8A; + $2,500 core—Not publishedLabor not published — get a quote[5]Dealer parts-store price; add labor
Chevrolet Bolt EV 2019–22—Listed without a price4.5–5.2 hrGM recall timeLabor not published — get a quote[6],[7]GM labor op 4.5 hr + up to 0.7 hr adds; pack price not published
Tesla Model 3 / Y / S / X—Not published by Tesla—Not publishedLabor not published — get a quote[8]Tesla publishes warranty terms, not pack prices

Prices are manufacturer list or dealer parts-store prices; several packs were listed as unavailable. EV pack replacement is dealer work, so derived labor uses the dealer rate. Before tax, shop-supply and disposal fees. Where we derive a total, labor is hours × $$100–$150 per hour[9],[10]. See the methodology.

DIY vs. shop vs. dealer

WhereCostWhat you get
DIYNot a DIY jobEV packs weigh hundreds of pounds and carry lethal voltage; GM’s Bolt procedure uses a forklift or engine hoist and ends with programming and a capacity learn.[7]
Chain / independent shopNo posted price foundWe found no first-party posted pack replacement price from an independent shop. If you get a quote, ask whether the pack is new, remanufactured or used, and what warranty it carries.
Dealer$10,785–$11,010Kona Electric, derivedGenuine pack list price plus published hours at dealer labor rates. Out-of-warranty EV packs carry large core charges ($2,500 on the Nissan Leaf).[1],[2],[3],[4],[5]

A full pack replacement is rarely the first fix: manufacturers can replace individual modules or reconditioned packs under warranty, and Tesla says it may repair the battery or replace it with a new, reconditioned or remanufactured part at its discretion.[8]

Tesla battery replacement and warranty

  • Tesla doesn’t publish battery pack prices. Its North American warranty covers the battery and drive unit for 8 years or 150,000 miles on Model S and Model X; 8 years or 100,000 miles on Model 3 and Model Y Standard; and 8 years or 120,000 miles on Model 3 and Model Y Long Range and Performance, whichever comes first.[8]
  • Each term guarantees at least 70% retention of battery capacity over the warranty period, and Tesla will repair the unit or replace it with a new, reconditioned or remanufactured part at its discretion.[8]
  • On degradation, Tesla’s 2023 Impact Report says that after 200,000 miles, Model 3 and Model Y batteries lose 15% of capacity on average, and Model S and Model X batteries 12%.[11]

EV battery warranty rules

  • Federal: EPA lists EV and plug-in hybrid batteries as specified major emission control components with an 8-year/80,000-mile warranty, mandatory from model year 2027 for light-duty vehicles at or below 6,000 lb GVWR.[12]
  • EPA removed its separate battery durability and monitoring requirements in a February 2026 rule, effective April 20, 2026, but kept the battery warranty in place.[13]
  • California: CARB’s Advanced Clean Cars II regulation requires a warranty against battery state of health falling below 70% for 8 years or 100,000 miles on 2026–2030 zero-emission vehicles, rising to 75% from 2031.[14]

What drives the cost

  • Pack size and model: the 2023–24 Leaf SV Plus pack is $16,666.90 vs. $10,360.86 list for a 2019 Kona Electric.[1],[5]
  • Core charges: Nissan adds a $2,500 core to EV packs.[5]
  • Labor: published times are 3.4–3.7 hours (Hyundai Kona) and 4.5–5.2 hours (Chevrolet Bolt), including programming.[2],[7]
  • Warranty: within 8 years and the model’s mileage limit, a pack that falls below the guaranteed capacity is the automaker’s cost.[8],[12]

When you actually need it

A pack is replaced when it fails or falls below the warranty’s capacity threshold (70% on Tesla’s warranty). Gradual range loss is normal; Tesla reports 12–15% average loss after 200,000 miles.[8],[11]

Before buying a used EV, check its battery warranty start date and mileage, and any battery recall: GM and Hyundai both replaced packs free under recalls.[2],[7]

For what an EV costs to run where you live, see EV charging cost by state.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an EV battery replacement cost?

Genuine packs list for about $10,361–$16,667 before labor: $10,360.86 for a 2019 Kona Electric and $16,666.90 (plus a $2,500 core) for a 2023–24 Leaf SV Plus. A Kona replacement with published labor at dealer rates is about $10,785–$11,010.

How much does a Tesla battery replacement cost?

Tesla doesn’t publish pack prices or labor times. Its warranty covers the battery for 8 years and 100,000–150,000 miles by model with at least 70% capacity retention, so get a written estimate from Tesla service if you’re outside it.

How long is a Tesla battery warranty?

8 years or 150,000 miles on Model S and X, 8 years or 100,000 miles on Model 3 and Y Standard, and 8 years or 120,000 miles on Model 3 and Y Long Range and Performance, with at least 70% capacity retention.

How long do EV batteries last?

Tesla reports Model 3 and Y batteries lose 15% of capacity on average after 200,000 miles, and Model S and X 12%. Warranties cover at least 8 years.

Is there a federal EV battery warranty?

Yes, from model year 2027: EPA requires 8 years or 80,000 miles on EV and plug-in hybrid batteries for light-duty vehicles at or below 6,000 lb GVWR. California requires 8 years or 100,000 miles with 70% state of health on 2026 and newer ZEVs.

Sources

  1. Auto Parts Prime (Hyundai dealer parts), 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric battery system assembly 37501-K4000-AS (MSRP), accessed 2026-11-09.
  2. Hyundai Motor America (TSB 21-01-046H, Recall 200 / 21V-127, via NHTSA), 2019–20 Kona Electric: battery system assembly replacement — labor times (2021-06), accessed 2026-11-09.
  3. Dealership Guy, Reynolds and Reynolds: repair orders, rates increase for shops (Fixed Operation Golden Metrics 2026) (2026-08-17), accessed 2026-11-09.
  4. Reynolds and Reynolds, The Fixed Operations Golden Metrics 2025 (dealer effective labor rate) (2025-08), accessed 2026-11-09.
  5. Nissan Parts Deal (Nissan dealer parts), Genuine Nissan main battery assembly 295B0-5SL8A, 2023–24 Leaf SV Plus (price, core charge), accessed 2026-11-09.
  6. Chevy Parts Deal (Chevrolet dealer parts), 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV high-voltage battery assemblies (listed without a price), accessed 2026-11-09.
  7. General Motors (Product Safety Recall N212345941 / 21V-650, via NHTSA), 2019–22 Bolt EV/EUV: drive motor battery replacement — labor time (2021-10), accessed 2026-11-09.
  8. Tesla, New Vehicle Limited Warranty, North America (battery and drive unit coverage) (2026-09-01), accessed 2026-11-09.
  9. Ratchet+Wrench, 2026 Ratchet+Wrench Industry Survey (posted labor rate distribution, p. 13) (2026-06-29), accessed 2026-11-09.
  10. Ratchet+Wrench, Industry Insights: U.S. Auto Repair Shops and Labor Rate Trends (PartsTech 2025 shop survey) (2026-08-19), accessed 2026-11-09.
  11. Tesla, 2023 Impact Report (battery capacity retention after 200,000 miles, p. 36) (2024), accessed 2026-11-09.
  12. eCFR (Code of Federal Regulations), 40 CFR 85.2103: emission warranty — specified major emission control components, incl. EV/PHEV batteries (2026-11-06), accessed 2026-11-09.
  13. Federal Register (U.S. EPA), Rescission of the GHG endangerment finding and motor vehicle GHG standards (removes 40 CFR 86.1815-27 battery durability rules) (2026-02-18), accessed 2026-11-09.
  14. California Air Resources Board, Advanced Clean Cars II: 13 CCR § 1962.8 battery warranty requirements (final regulation text), accessed 2026-11-09.