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How much does a trailing arm replacement cost for Citroen cars?

A typical Citroen trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) in the UK costs around £149 - £502. Depending on your Citroen model and engine, and whether you live in a big city or a small one, the price of a trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) on your vehicle can be higher or lower. We computed prices for some of the best-selling Citroen cars in the UK in order to give you an idea of how much a trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) costs. Citroen trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) costs on average £149 - £502.
Car modelFixter price range
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Citroen C1£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Citroen C1£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Citroen C4 Cactus£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Citroen C4 Cactus£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Citroen C4 Grand Picasso£319 - £502
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Citroen C4 Grand Picasso£319 - £502
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Citroen C3£319 - £502
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Citroen C3£319 - £502
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Citroen C3 IV£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Citroen C3 IV£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Citroen C4£312 - £491
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Citroen C4£312 - £491

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What does a trailing arm do?

A trailing arm is part of the suspension for the axle of a vehicle which moves up and down as the vehicle travels over a bumpy surface. It’s job is to act as a pivot point and stop the rear axle or rear spindle from moving forward or rearward during operation of the vehicle.

What are the symptoms of a bad trailing arm?

Below are the top three symptoms that could indicate you need to replace your trailing arm:

  • Clunking noises from the back of your car

  • Vehicle won’t stay in a straight line or sways to one side when driving

  • Your rear tires are wearing unevenly and excessively

What happens when we do a trailing arm replacement on your car?

Our certified mechanics will:

  • Inspect your suspension system, including the trailing arm.

  • If the trailing arm is cracked or damaged they will fit a replacement.

  • They will advise if any related parts need to be replaced.

  • They will check that all parts have been fitted correctly and test drive the car.

Daniel, from LondonDaniel, from London

Hey Fixter, what are the signs of a bad trailing arm?

Some common symptoms of a failing trailing arm include clunking noises from the back of your car, if your vehicle sways to one side when driving or your rear tyres are wearing unevenly and excessively.

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Want to learn more about Citroen trailing arm replacement?

What does a trailing arm do?

A trailing arm is part of a vehicle’s trailing-arm suspension system. The trailing arm is the piece of the suspension system that connects the vehicle’s axle to its chassis. It’s job is to act as a pivot point and stop the rear axle or rear spindle from moving forward or rearward during operation of the vehicle.

In addition to the trailing arm itself are the trailing arm bushings. These are rubber or polyurethane components that act as cushions and reduce friction between the suspension parts.

Citroën

Citroën is a French automobile manufacturer, part of the PSA Peugeot Citroën Group since 1976, established over 100 years ago in March 1919.

Citroën produced the world’s first mass-produced front-wheel drive car and one of the first to feature a unitary type body, with no chassis supporting its mechanical components.

Citroën is probably better known for its quirky design and fun fashion styled brand of cars. Offering something different from more traditional sporty looks, they are a brand that provides value without being cheap.

There were 1.3m Citroën cars on the roads at the close of 2018; a figure that peaked in the early part of 2015 and has maintained a very similar number ever since.

Good value vehicles for family driving

Citroën offers a range of fun-looking smaller city cars and family cars for every ilk. The smallest starts with their C1 city model, growing into the C3 mini-MPV and SUV models, then the C4 subcompact and compact featuring crossover and SUV styles, up to the C5 family saloon, that is also available as an SUV sporting Citroën’s Aircross moniker. With models featuring up to 7 seats, Citroën doesn’t just create cars for everyday family motoring—they supply cars for the biggest of families.

How often should a trailing arm need replacing?

A trailing arm should be replaced if it gets damaged or if the bushings become worn. Because the trailing arm bushings are made from rubber they will deteriorate over time and will eventually have to be replaced.

Because the arm and bushings form a crucial part of your vehicle’s suspension system, they should be replaced as soon as you notice any of the symptoms mentioned above.

The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT

The trailing arm and the bushes are important parts of the suspension. Wear to these bushes usually takes place slowly, often you only find out that you have worn bushes after an MOT test. Deteriorated bushes are in fact one of the most frequent MOT advisories.

Symptoms of worn suspension bushes include a bumpy ride and unstable feel to the car. It’s important to get an issue like this fixed fast to ensure the safety of your car for you and your passengers.

What happens when we do a trailing arm replacement on your car?

Our certified mechanics will:

  • Inspect your suspension system, including the trailing arm.

  • If the trailing arm is cracked or damaged they will fit a replacement.

  • They will advise if any related parts need to be replaced.

  • They will check that all parts have been fitted correctly and test drive the car.

What causes a trailing arm to break?

A trailing arm will begin to fail if the bushes become worn out. The brushes act as cushions and reduce friction between the suspension parts, therefore if they’re cracked or worn the suspension system will not operate properly. Driving over large bumps or on uneven road surfaces often may also damage your suspension system over time.

When should a trailing arm be replaced?

A trailing arm should be replaced if it gets damaged or if the bushings become worn. Because the trailing arm bushings are made from rubber they will deteriorate over time and will eventually have to be replaced.

What are the signs of a bad trailing arm?

Usually, there a few signs you can look for:

  • Clunking noises from the back of your car

  • Vehicle won’t stay in a straight line or sways to one side when driving

  • Your rear tyres are wearing unevenly and excessively

  • Loose steering when turning corners

What happens during a trailing arm replacement?

Our certified mechanics will:

  • Inspect your suspension system, including the trailing arm.

  • If the trailing arm is cracked or damaged they will fit a replacement.

  • They will advise if any related parts need to be replaced.

  • They will check that all parts have been fitted correctly and test drive the car.

Can you drive with a broken trailing arm?

You should not drive with a bad trailing arm. Failing to repair a broken or cracked trailing arm could lead to separation of that side of the axle. Continuing to drive is dangerous for you, your passengers and other road users as it’s only a matter of time before further, more serious damage occurs.

What happens if you don't change a bad trailing arm?

Failing to repair a broken or cracked trailing arm could lead to separation of that side of the axle. It could also result in other parts of your vehicle’s suspension system becoming more damaged meaning more costly repairs down the line.

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