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How Much Does a Gearbox Repair Cost?

Most gearbox repairs can cost anywhere between £300 and £1,200, while a replacement gearbox can cost from £500 to around £5,000 depending on whether it's reconditioned or new, manual or automatic.

The price depends on what's actually wrong, and so a garage needs to inspect your car before they can tell you what the repair will cost. That's why you'll compare labour rates and book a visual inspection here, rather than seeing an instant repair price. Once the garage has found the fault, they'll give you an estimate before any work goes ahead.

More complex internal repairs can cost more than the figures above. The biggest factors are whether your car has a manual or automatic gearbox, your make and model, and whether the garage can repair the existing unit or needs to fit a reconditioned or replacement one.

Typical UK costs based on published industry estimates as of 8th October 2026. Prices are representative figures only as costs vary depending on your make and model, the parts used and your chosen garage. Enter your reg and postcode to compare labour rates and book an inspection with a local garage.

What Happens During a Gearbox Repair?

Your chosen garage will start by inspecting the gearbox, usually with a test drive and a check of the gearbox oil, so they can find out exactly what's causing the problem. Some faults can only be seen once the gearbox has been removed, and the garage will talk you through this before going ahead.

Common gearbox repairs include replacing leaking seals, worn bearings or synchromesh (the parts that help each gear engage smoothly). Garages also often fix the gear linkage, which connects your gear stick to the gearbox. If you drive an automatic, you can compare specialists for automatic gearbox repairs instead.

Gearbox oil wears out over time too, so if your car only needs fresh oil rather than a repair, you can book a transmission fluid change on its own.

Repair, Recondition or Replace?

If the fault is limited to one or two parts, repairing your existing gearbox is usually the cheapest option.

Where the damage is more widespread, the garage may recommend a reconditioned gearbox, which usually costs less than a brand-new one. A new gearbox is usually the most expensive option.

Your chosen garage will be able to advise on the best course of action once they have inspected your vehicle.

Warning Signs of a Gearbox Problem

It's worth booking an inspection if you notice any of the following:

• Difficulty getting into gear, or the car jumping out of gear while you're driving

• Grinding or crunching when you change gear

• Whining, humming or clunking noises, especially in neutral

• A burning smell, which can mean the gearbox oil is overheating

• Red or brown fluid leaking from under the car

• A warning light on your dashboard

Many of these symptoms overlap with clutch problems, so the garage will check both. If the gearbox turns out to be fine, replacing the clutch may be what your car needs instead.

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