Hyundai Elantra 2017 Tail & Brake Light Replacement Repair Guide

Advice On Your Quote

1. RT Stone Guard

• Parts Quote: $42.87
• Typical Range (Parts): $20–$100+
• Typical Labor: 0.5–1 hour ($37.50–$125 at your local labor rate)

Advice:
The parts price is right in line with what’s typical for a stone guard. If they’re only charging parts and not separately quoting labor here, that’s actually pretty fair—sometimes just a quick bolt-on. If they do add labor later, make sure it’s not over 1 hour, tops.

Upsell Alert: Not a typical “pushy” upsell, unless your guard isn’t actually damaged. Ask to see the damage before approving.

2. RT Tail Lamp Assembly (US Built)

• Parts Quote: $46.15
• Typical Range (Parts): $302–$492 (non-OEM to OEM)
• Typical Labor: 0.5–2 hours ($37.50–$250 at your local labor rate)

Advice:
Major Red Flag on Parts Price—this is way below the normal range (even for a used or aftermarket assembly). Make sure this isn’t just a single lens piece or a junkyard pull if you want new parts. If you’re okay with aftermarket or used, this is a killer deal—just clarify what you’re getting. If you expected a brand new OEM Hyundai part, this price is too low and you’d want to double-check with them.
– Labor: Not listed—make sure they aren’t sticking a big labor charge on separately.
Upsell Alert: Not an upsell (in fact, maybe too low), unless they push a more expensive upgrade after you agree to this.

3. Hazardous Waste Removal

• Flat Fee: $15
• Typical Range: $15 (industry standard)

Advice:
Totally normal, everyone charges this.
Upsell Alert: This is standard shop procedure, not an upsell.

4. Replace Cover Car/Bag

• Parts Quote: $5.00

Advice:
This is a tiny charge—almost certainly a necessary clip, cover, or airbag-related dust cover. Nothing to worry about here unless you don’t already know what’s missing or broken.
Upsell Alert: Not a typical upsell, and not a ripoff at $5.

General Recommendations & Next Steps

• Tail Lamp—Confirm the source/quality. At $46, it isn’t likely to be a new OEM part. If you’re okay with aftermarket or recycled, this is a good value. But ask for clarification.
• Watch for labor tack-ons. Make sure these low parts prices aren't hiding high labor add-ons elsewhere.
• No unnecessary upsells in this quote. This is a pretty clean list—none of the classic unnecessary "flushes," "filters," or “inspection fees.”
• Ask for old parts (if possible). Always a good way to make sure things were truly replaced.
• Promotions: If you’re eligible for the Christian Brothers promo (first responder, teacher, veteran), mention it at the start.