I have a 2020 Jetta with 54k miles, breaks squeak now and dealership wanted $2100 to change all four brakes pads and rotors.

In the past with my older Honda civic (2004) I would just take it to a local DYI mechanic I know and buy the parts myself. This car has electronic parking and he didn’t want to mess with it.

No clue how much this is supposed to cost tbh

  • HeavyDropFTWBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    I wouldn’t pay Mother Teresa $2,100 to replace pads and rotors on my vehicle. You should go somewhere else for this service, if you aren’t willing/able to do it yourself.

    Also, rotors DO NOT always have to be changed out. “Pad slaps” are acceptable if the rotor is in good condition AND still within minimum thickness spec. But they are an easy up-sell item because the owner usually doesn’t know any better. But at your mileage, it’s likely they are not even close to below minimum spec. Unless you’re a mail driver.

    If you buy the parts yourself (not at a dealership!!) - OEM VW pads are about $70 for the front. Rotor is about $73 each. Total up front and rear, you’re still less than $500.

    Or go with some good Wagner pads for about $30 per set.