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

A typical Kia trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) in the UK costs around £149 - £502. Depending on your Kia 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 Kia cars in the UK in order to give you an idea of how much a trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) costs. Kia trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) costs on average £149 - £502.
Car modelFixter price range
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Kia Sportage£277 - £435
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Kia Sportage£277 - £435
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Kia Picanto£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Kia Picanto£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Kia Rio£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Kia Rio£149 - £234
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Kia Venga£319 - £502
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Kia Venga£319 - £502
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Kia Niro£277 - £435
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Kia Niro£277 - £435
Trailing arm replacement - rear (passenger side) for Kia Sorento£206 - £323
Trailing arm replacement - rear (driver side) for Kia Sorento£206 - £323

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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 Kia 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.

Kia

Kia Motors Corporation (widely known as Kia Motors) is South Korea’s second-largest automobile manufacturer, behind their parent company, the Hyundai Motor Company.

They were initially established in December 1944, over 70 years ago, as a steel tubing and bicycle parts manufacturer who started building cars in the 1970s.

Coming from a background of building cars under licence for the likes of Fiat, Mazda and Peugeot, it wasn’t until the 1980s when Kia started to produce vehicles under their own brand name, and only more recently were they to become minority owned by Hyundai, who currently holds a 33.88% stake in the company, in 2015.

From the mid-1990s, the amount of Kia cars on UK roads has seen a steady increase to the current number of around 800k today.

Given their reliability, value for money and market-leading 7-year, 100k mile warranty, Kia is a marque that is heading for further popularity, greater sales and added respect.

Superb value for money

With an extensive range of models to choose from, Kia cars offer excellent value. From their city car Picanto starting at under £10k, through to their luxury spec SUV Sorento at £30k, Kia cars compete with more established mainstream brands, offering not only strong price-points but with advanced levels of technology and the extended benefits you’d expect from a car of a higher price.

Kia Sportage: The 10th best selling car in the UK

Given the rise in growth of the Korean car brand, it shouldn’t be too much of a surprise to see its best selling model sneak into the top 10 best selling cars of 2018. This great value and practical SUV is ideal for family motoring; not only is it rugged and good looking, but it’s also backed with Kia’s impressive reliability and extensive warranty.

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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