Fuel Pump Replacement Cost (2026)
Replacing a fuel pump costs about $215–$555 on a car and $240–$745 on a truck or SUV at an independent shop in 2026: $87–$330 for a fuel pump module plus 1.3–2.9 hours of labor at $100–$150/hr, using Toyota’s, Honda’s and GM’s published flat-rate times. Pumps reached through a seat access panel take less time than ones that require dropping the tank. Check for open recalls first: Toyota, Subaru and Honda have replaced fuel pumps free.
Sources: chain price pages, retailer and manufacturer list prices, official documents (below) · Prices checked 2026-11-09 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
Fuel Pump Replacement cost by service type
| Service | Parts / fluid | Labor | Typical shop total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel pump module, car | $87–$330Civic / Camry | 1.3–1.5 hr | $215–$555[1],[2],[3],[4],[5],[6]Module + 1.3–1.5 hr (Honda Civic; Toyota Camry, Corolla) × $100–$150/hr |
| Fuel pump module, truck or SUV | $109–$311Silverado 1500 | 1.3–2.9 hr | $240–$745[4],[5],[6],[7],[8]Module + 1.3–2.9 hr (GM Silverado; Toyota Tundra to Highlander) × $100–$150/hr |
| Genuine GM module, dealer rate | $287–$311GM Genuine, Silverado | 1.3 hr | $450–$540[7],[8],[9],[10]GM Genuine module + 1.3 hr (GM) × dealer rate $125–$175/hr |
Toyota’s recall flat rates for the same pump run from 1.4 hours (Camry) to 2.4–2.7 (Land Cruiser, 4Runner, Sienna) and up to 2.9 on the Highlander, which shows how much access matters. GM’s 1.3 hours for the Silverado includes draining and refilling the tank. Before tax, shop-supply and disposal fees. Where we derive a total, labor is hours × $$100–$150 per hour[5],[6]. See the methodology.
DIY vs. shop vs. dealer
| Where | Cost | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| DIY | $85–$330Module only | Some cars have an access cover under the rear seat; others need the tank lowered. Work outdoors, relieve fuel pressure first, and keep sparks and flames away.[1],[2],[11] |
| Chain / independent shop | $215–$745 | Module plus labor at $100–$150/hr. We found no chain that posts a fuel pump replacement price.[5],[6] |
| Dealer | $450–$540Silverado, GM part, derived | Free if your car has an open fuel pump recall; otherwise genuine parts at dealer labor rates. A genuine GM Silverado module sells for about $287–$311.[4],[7],[9],[10] |
Run the tank low before the job; less fuel means less weight and less spill risk.
What drives the cost
- Access: a seat access panel (Subaru’s recall procedure removes the rear seat cushion and access cover) vs. dropping the tank. Toyota’s times for the same pump range from 1.4 to 2.9 hours by model.[4],[11]
- Genuine vs. aftermarket: GM Genuine Silverado modules sell for about $287–$311 vs. $109–$170 aftermarket.[7]
- Pump only vs. complete module: Honda’s Civic bulletin replaces just the pump motor (1.3 hours); most aftermarket parts are complete modules.[1],[3]
- An open recall makes it free.[4]
When you actually need it
Symptoms manufacturers describe in recalls: warning lights, a rough-running engine, and stalling — sometimes with the engine unable to restart.[4],[12]
Toyota replaced the low-pressure fuel pump “free of charge” on recalled vehicles. Run your VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup or the manufacturer’s site before paying for a pump.[4]
If the check engine light shows a low fuel pressure code, see the P0087 (fuel rail pressure too low) code guide.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a fuel pump?
About $215–$555 on a car and $240–$745 on a truck or SUV at an independent shop: $87–$330 for a pump module plus 1.3–2.9 hours at $100–$150/hr.
How long does a fuel pump replacement take?
Published flat-rate times: 1.3 hours (Honda Civic, GM Silverado), 1.4 (Toyota Camry), up to 2.4–2.9 hours on larger Toyota SUVs and vans.
Is my fuel pump under recall?
Toyota, Subaru and Honda have all recalled fuel pumps in recent years. Check your VIN on NHTSA’s recall site or the manufacturer’s; recall repairs are free.
What are the signs of a bad fuel pump?
Stalling, hard starting or no start, a rough-running engine, and warning lights. Manufacturers’ recalls describe engines that stall and can’t be restarted.
Sources
- RockAuto, 2012 Honda Civic 1.8L fuel pump modules (catalog), accessed 2026-11-09.
- RockAuto, 2015 Toyota Camry 2.5L fuel pump modules (catalog), accessed 2026-11-09.
- American Honda (Service Bulletin 24-008, via NHTSA), 2018–20 Civic: replace fuel pump motor — labor time (2024-01-18), accessed 2026-11-09.
- Toyota Motor North America (recall 20V-012 / 20V-682 dealer letter, via NHTSA), Low-pressure fuel pump replacement: flat-rate hours by model (2020), accessed 2026-11-09.
- Ratchet+Wrench, 2026 Ratchet+Wrench Industry Survey (posted labor rate distribution, p. 13) (2026-06-29), accessed 2026-11-09.
- Ratchet+Wrench, Industry Insights: U.S. Auto Repair Shops and Labor Rate Trends (PartsTech 2025 shop survey) (2026-08-19), accessed 2026-11-09.
- RockAuto, 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3L fuel pump modules (catalog), accessed 2026-11-09.
- General Motors (Service Update N232425850, via NHTSA), 2024 Silverado 1500: fuel tank fuel pump module replacement — labor time (2024-01), accessed 2026-11-09.
- Dealership Guy, Reynolds and Reynolds: repair orders, rates increase for shops (Fixed Operation Golden Metrics 2026) (2026-08-17), accessed 2026-11-09.
- Reynolds and Reynolds, The Fixed Operations Golden Metrics 2025 (dealer effective labor rate) (2025-08), accessed 2026-11-09.
- Subaru of America (recall WRD-20 procedure, via NHTSA), Fuel pump replacement through the rear-seat access cover (2020), accessed 2026-11-09.
- Subaru of America (recall 20V-218 owner letter, via NHTSA), Low-pressure fuel pump: symptoms and repair time (2020), accessed 2026-11-09.