Prices for brakes on a 2013 Honda Pilot generally run from a few hundred dollars per axle for pads alone to roughly $600–$1,000 total for both axles when rotors are replaced too.
Brake costs vary by parts (pads, rotors, calipers), service type, location, and whether you use OEM Honda parts or aftermarket equivalents. This article breaks down typical price ranges and the main factors that impact the final bill.
What drives the price
Costs are driven by the choice of parts (OEM vs aftermarket), the condition of rotors (resurface vs replace), labor rates at the shop, and whether additional services like a brake fluid flush or sensor replacement are needed.
- Parts choice: OEM Honda parts tend to cost more than aftermarket equivalents.
- Rotor condition: Replacing rotors adds substantially to the parts cost versus resurfacing or leaving rotors in place if within spec.
- Labor rates: Varies by region and shop type (dealer vs independent shop).
- Additional services: Fluid flushes, sensor replacements, or caliper work can add to the total.
Conclusion: These factors collectively shape the final price you’ll see on a quote.
Pricing breakdown by service
What follows are typical ranges you might see in the U.S. for standard brake work on a 2013 Pilot at an independent shop.
Pads replacement on both axles (pads only)
Assumes replacing front and rear brake pads without replacing rotors.
- Front brake pads (pair): 60–120
- Rear brake pads (pair): 40–90
Conclusion: Total parts cost typically $100–$210, with labor around $120–$300, for a combined pads-only job on both axles. Overall: roughly $220–$510.
Rotors and pads replacement on both axles
Assumes replacing rotors and pads on all four wheels.
- Front rotors (pair): 80–160
- Rear rotors (pair): 60–140
- Front pads (pair): 60–120
- Rear pads (pair): 40–90
Conclusion: Parts total typically $240–$510; labor for a two-axle job usually $160–$480. Overall: roughly $400–$990.
Other considerations (OEM parts, fluids, sensors)
Using OEM Honda parts or adding a brake fluid flush, wear sensor replacement, or caliper work can increase the total by a few hundred dollars.
- OEM parts: often a premium over aftermarket (roughly 10–60% higher).
- Brake fluid flush: about $60–$120.
- Wear sensor and calibration: varies by model and dealer.
Conclusion: For OEM parts or additional services, quotes can be higher; always ask for a parts-and-labor breakdown.
What to ask your shop to get an accurate quote
Get a written estimate that itemizes pads, rotors, any additional work, and labor time. Confirm whether the price includes tax, shop supplies, and disposal fees, and specify if you want OEM or aftermarket parts.
Summary
Brake replacement costs for a 2013 Honda Pilot vary mainly by whether you replace pads only or both pads and rotors, and by whether you choose aftermarket or OEM parts. Typical ranges are approximately $220–$510 for a pads-only, two-axle job, and $400–$990 for a rotors+pads, two-axle job, with higher totals possible for OEM parts or extra services. Always obtain multiple written estimates to compare, and consider the shop’s reputation and warranty on parts and labor.