Kia Sportage 2019 Brake System Replacement & Repair Service

Advice On Your Quote

1. Front Brake Pads

• Labor: $150.00
• Parts: $99.99

Fairness:
Labor is right in the average zone ($130-$280 for 1-2 hours of work).
Parts are a bit on the higher side (DIY range is $30-$80, typical shop price $50-$150).

Advice:
The parts price is not outrageous for a shop, though you’d save a bit by bringing your own (if the shop allows). Labor is normal. This is a basic, necessary repair—not an upsell.

2. Both Front Brake Rotors

• Labor: $0.00
• Parts:
  • S40 OFR BRK PER AXLE: $40.00
  • F DISC BRAKE ROTOR: $189.99

Fairness:
No extra labor listed, which probably means they include the rotor swap with the pad job. That’s common and fair if both get done together.
The $40 line is a shop-specific parts/fee line (sometimes for lubricant or shop supplies; you could question what it’s for).
The rotor price: $189.99 is for both, or each? If each, that’s far above typical ($50-$125 each). If that’s for the pair, it’s reasonable. Please clarify this with the shop.

Advice:
Pads and rotors should be done together if your old rotors are thin or worn. Make sure they’re really needed (ask to see the rotor thickness/readings).
If $189.99 is per rotor, that’s very pricey.

3. Rear Brake Pads

• Labor: $150.00
• Parts: $99.99

Fairness:
Same comments as front pads—labor and parts are in the normal range for a professional shop.
This is not a common upsell unless your pads still have a lot of life. If you want to double-check, ask to see the actual pad thickness.

4. Both Rear Brake Rotors

• Labor: $0.00
• Parts:
  • S40 OFR BRK PER AXLE: $40.00
  • R DISC BRAKE ROTOR: $149.99

Fairness:
Again, $40 fee may just be shop supplies/grease.
As above, check if $149.99 is per rotor or per pair. For two, it is about right; for one, it’s high.
Aftermarket rotors typically range $50-$125 each, shops may charge a little more, but $150+ per rotor is definitely at the top of the range.

Advice:
Rotors should only be replaced if they’re too thin, warped, or can’t be resurfaced.
If unsure, ask to see the old ones or get a measurement.

5. Both Rear Calipers

• Labor: $0.00
• Parts:
  • R RT REB CALP w/HDRWR: $339.99
  • R LT REB CALP w/HDRWR: $339.99

Fairness:
Calipers are expensive, especially at a shop. Shop prices of $150–$300 per caliper are normal, though $340 is on the high side.
No labor charge is odd—replacing both calipers is 2–4 hours of work. Maybe they rolled this in with the full brake job, or it’s an oversight.
Parts pricing is at the high end; you can sometimes find remanufactured calipers for $100–$200 each at auto parts stores.

Advice:
Rear calipers don’t usually need replacement unless they’re leaking, seized, or damaged.
It can be a legit repair but is sometimes suggested too freely. Make sure the mechanic can show you the actual problem (for example, if they’re seized or leaking fluid). If possible, get a second opinion before spending $680+ on just the calipers. This is the biggest potential upsell here.

General Advice and Potential Upsells:

• Brake Pads and Rotors: If you’re being quoted both, ensure the rotors genuinely need replacing. Sometimes shops default to “replace both every time.” You have the right to ask for measurement or see the old parts.
• Calipers: Don’t replace unless clearly needed (seized, not working properly, leaking fluid). Confirm before approving.
• S40 OFR BRK PER AXLE fees: Ask for clarification! It might just be grease, fluid, or shop supplies. Should only be a small upcharge, so it’s worth making sure it’s not duplicated or inflated.

Is the Price Fair?

• If rotor and caliper pricing is “per axle” (for both sides), the price is about average for a shop, just a tad high, especially with calipers.
• If rotor/caliper prices are per single part, it’s very high and you should get clarification or another quote.

Are There Upsells?

• Calipers are the potential upsell here—only replace if truly necessary.
• Brake rotors sometimes get replaced when only a pad swap is needed. Always ask for measurement or see the parts.

Final Recommendations

1. Clarify fees (“S40 OFR BRK PER AXLE”) and whether rotors/calipers are priced per part or per axle.
2. Ask to see any worn/damaged parts before they’re replaced—especially the calipers and rotors.
3. Consider a second opinion, especially regarding the calipers.
4. Bring your own pads/rotors if you want to save on parts, but make sure shop agrees.