In most shops, replacing the lower ball joints on a Toyota Tundra costs about $600 to $1,400 for both sides if you replace only the joints, and $1,000 to $2,800 if you replace the entire lower control arms with new ball joints included. Prices vary by region, labor rates, and whether you choose aftermarket or OEM parts.
Here's a more detailed look at what drives the price and what you can expect today.
What influences the price
Several factors determine the final bill for replacing lower ball joints on a Tundra, including the parts chosen, the complexity of the job, and the shop’s location.
- Parts option: Ball joints only (two joints total, one on each front wheel). Typical price ranges are roughly $40–$120 per joint for aftermarket parts, or $60–$150 per joint for OEM-equivalent parts; for two joints that totals about $80–$240 (parts only).
- Parts option: Lower control arm assemblies (one per side) that include a new ball joint. Per-arm prices commonly run about $150–$350 for aftermarket assemblies, or $300–$500 for OEM-quality assemblies; replacing both arms can run $600–$1,000 in parts.
Prices vary widely by brand, whether the joint is pressed in, and whether a full arm is installed instead of a separate joint. The total cost will also depend on labor availability and the shop’s markup.
Labor costs and other charges
Labor and alignment charges add significantly to the total. Here is how those costs typically break down.
- Labor: Replacing two lower ball joints (both sides) can take about 4–8 hours total, depending on whether the shop needs to remove the control arms or press in the joints. At typical shop rates of $90–$150 per hour, labor can run roughly $360–$1,200.
- Alignment: After suspension work, a wheel alignment is usually needed, costing about $75–$150.
- Disposal/shop fees and supplies: Some shops may add a small disposal or shop supplies fee, typically $5–$20.
- Taxes and environmental fees: Depending on location, tax may apply to parts and labor; exact amounts vary.
When you combine parts, labor, and alignment, most customers see a total in the range of roughly $600–$1,400 for ball joints alone on both sides, and $1,000–$2,800 when replacing entire lower control arms with integrated ball joints. Always request a written estimate and confirm whether the price includes alignment and tax.
Summary
The cost to replace lower ball joints on a Toyota Tundra depends on whether you replace just the joints or the entire lower control arms, as well as regional labor rates and parts choices. Ball joints alone across both sides typically fall in the mid-range of a few hundred dollars for parts plus several hundred dollars for labor, while arm assemblies push the total higher. To budget accurately, obtain multiple quotes and verify that alignment is included or planned after the repair.