Per Vehicle, 2026 Pricing
Toyota Camry Strut Replacement Cost (2018 to 2026)
A front pair of Toyota Camry struts installed at an independent shop typically runs $400 to $700 in 2026. A Toyota dealership using OEM KYB parts runs $700 to $950 for the same pair, plus the $90 to $130 four-wheel alignment Toyota specifies. Full four-corner refresh runs $750 to $1,650.
Quick numbers (front pair, 2026): independent shop $400 to $700, chain shop $475 to $800, Toyota dealer $700 to $950. Unlike the Civic, the Camry uses struts on all four corners, so plan for a four-strut job if you are addressing high-mileage wear comprehensively.
Why Camry strut replacement costs what it does
The 2018 to 2024 Camry rides on Toyota's TNGA-K platform with MacPherson struts at the front and a multilink rear that also uses struts as the damping element on all trims including base LE, SE, XSE, and the now-discontinued XLE and TRD. That all-four-corner strut design is unusual in this segment and is the single biggest reason a comprehensive Camry suspension refresh runs higher than a comparable Civic, Accord, or Altima. You are replacing four structural components, not two struts plus two shock absorbers.
The OEM strut on a 2018 to 2024 Camry is supplied by KYB. The exact same KYB unit is sold in the aftermarket under the Excel-G label for roughly 35 to 50 percent less than the dealer Toyota-branded box, with identical fitment and identical damping characteristics. That parity is why Camry owners enjoy one of the lowest premium-over-OEM costs in the aftermarket. Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies in the Camry application work well too and ship pre-assembled with new spring and mount, which is the chain-shop preference because it cuts labor time by 40 to 50 minutes per side.
For the 2025 to 2026 Camry on the redesigned XV80 platform, the strut is a revised KYB unit with a slightly different mounting hardware pattern. The aftermarket caught up by Q4 2025, so a 2025 Camry owner walking into an O'Reilly Auto Parts in 2026 can find Monroe Quick-Strut and KYB Excel-G part numbers in stock. RepairPal's published Camry cost summary for the 2024 model year lists a front pair install range of $415 to $695, which lines up with what shops in our cohort report.
Cost by Camry generation and trim
| Model years | Parts (front pair) | Labor | Total installed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 to 2024 (XV70) | $160 to $310 | $210 to $320 | $370 to $630 | KYB Excel-G OEM-spec match, wide stocking at chains |
| 2025 to 2026 (XV80) | $200 to $380 | $220 to $340 | $420 to $720 | New platform, fewer aftermarket SKUs through 2025 |
| Hybrid (any year) | $170 to $330 | $220 to $330 | $390 to $660 | Rear strut differs from gas trim |
| TRD (2020 to 2024) | $320 to $560 | $230 to $350 | $550 to $910 | Stiffer Toyota-tuned damping, OEM only on TRD-specific |
Pricing reflects 2026 catalog data from AutoZone, O'Reilly, Advance Auto Parts, and Rock Auto. Independent labor at $105 to $150 per hour, dealer labor at $135 to $180. OEM Toyota part prices from a representative sample of US Toyota dealers in May 2026.
Where to buy Camry struts and what to pay
Monroe Quick-Strut part 172471 (left front) and 172472 (right front) cover most 2018 to 2024 Camrys. As of May 2026, AutoZone lists each unit at $172.99, with O'Reilly at $174.99, putting the pair at roughly $350 before any common 25 percent off Monroe coupon. KYB Excel-G part 339341 covers the same application at about $145 per side at Rock Auto with shipping. Genuine Toyota part 48510-09T20 (right front, 2018 to 2024 sedan) lists at the parts counter for around $315 to $375 depending on the dealer.
The complete genuine Toyota strut assembly with new spring and mount runs $440 to $520 per side. Most owners save 45 to 55 percent on parts by going aftermarket, with no documented difference in fit or longevity. The KYB Excel-G is literally the same supplier component as the OEM, so the aftermarket discount is essentially a packaging and channel savings, not a quality savings.
Four-corner refresh versus front-only
| Job configuration | Typical installed price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Front pair only | $400 to $700 | Most common Camry strut job |
| Rear pair only | $370 to $640 | Slightly less labor than front, no spring compressor on rear |
| All four corners | $750 to $1,650 | Comprehensive refresh, often combined with mount replacement |
| Front pair plus alignment | $480 to $810 | Most common written estimate |
For Camrys past 100,000 miles, most independent mechanics recommend a four-corner refresh when the fronts are due, because the rears are typically only 10 to 20 percent behind in wear. The labor cost of returning for the rears separately is roughly $180 to $260 above the marginal cost of doing both at once, since the car is already in the bay and the alignment has already been paid for once.
Hybrid Camry strut cost differences
The Camry Hybrid adds 280 to 320 pounds of battery and inverter weight at the rear of the vehicle. Toyota tunes the hybrid-specific rear strut with stiffer damping to compensate. Part number 48530-33780 (right rear, hybrid) lists at $295 dealer, versus $245 for the gas-trim equivalent. Aftermarket KYB Excel-G has a hybrid-specific part at about $135 per side. Total installed price for the rear pair on a hybrid runs $390 to $710, roughly $30 to $80 higher than the gas-trim rear pair.
Front struts on the hybrid use the same part as the gas trim. Hybrid owners reporting earlier strut wear (90,000 to 110,000 versus 110,000 to 140,000 for gas trims) usually trace it to the rear pair, not the fronts. If you have a high-mileage hybrid and you are only doing two struts, do the rears.
Labor time and what shops actually charge
Toyota's published service information lists front strut R and R at 1.1 hours per side for the 2018 to 2024 Camry, or 1.9 hours for the pair. Rear strut R and R lists at 1.0 hours per side or 1.7 hours for the pair. Chain shops typically bill at the high end of these ranges. Quick-Strut assemblies cut roughly 30 to 45 minutes per side off the bare-strut figures because the spring compressor work is eliminated.
RepairPal's Camry strut assembly estimator shows a national average of $529 for a single front strut installed, which lines up with the per-pair ranges above when you account for the labor saving of doing both at once.
Common Camry strut failure modes
The most common Camry strut complaint is a faint top-end knock between 95,000 and 125,000 miles, almost always traced to the upper strut mount bearing. The KYB and Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies both include a new bearing in the kit, so the bearing-only repair is rarely worth pursuing; the labor is the same as a full strut replacement.
A second common failure on the 2018 to 2021 Camry is a slow weep at the strut shaft seal around 110,000 to 140,000 miles. Toyota issued no recall or technical service bulletin on this, but mechanics in the cohort report it consistently. The fix is the same as for the bearing.
Third, on the hybrid, the rear strut sometimes develops a noticeable rebound delay after the car sits unused for a week or more. That is the gas charge slowly leaking from the strut body. It self-resolves after a few minutes of driving but is a definite signal that the rear strut is at end of life.
Alignment after Camry strut replacement
Toyota calls for a four-wheel alignment after any strut R and R on the Camry. The factory spec is camber minus 0.5 plus or minus 0.5 degrees and toe at plus 0.05 plus or minus 0.1 degree. Four-wheel alignment at an independent shop runs $85 to $115 in 2026, or $115 to $155 at a Toyota dealer. The 2025 and newer Camry includes a forward-facing camera that requires ADAS calibration after any suspension geometry change, adding $150 to $300 to the alignment bill at most dealers and a growing number of well-equipped independent shops.
For more on the alignment requirement and what skipping it costs in tire life, see our alignment guide.
DIY versus shop on the Camry
A DIY front-pair Camry strut job using Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies takes 3 to 4 hours in the driveway for a competent home mechanic. The Camry has slightly more under-hood clutter at the strut tower than the Civic, so plan to remove the cowl panel and the engine cover for access on the eleventh-generation 2.5L gas trim. Total parts cost is $260 to $380 for the pair plus a $30 to $50 alignment shop visit.
Salt-belt Camrys (Northeast, upper Midwest) often have rust seizure on the lower strut bolts. Plan on penetrating oil overnight and a long breaker bar. If you live in California, Texas, or the Sun Belt, the bolts will come off with a normal ratchet and a six-foot cheater bar. See the DIY versus mechanic page for the full tool list and break-even analysis.
What to ask before authorising the job
Three questions to ask before the shop starts work. First, "complete assembly or bare strut?" Quick-Strut assemblies typically save you money on labor that outweighs the higher parts cost; ask explicitly. Second, "are you doing the alignment in-house or sending it out?" An out-sourced alignment adds 1 to 2 days to your turnaround. Third, "what is the part brand?" KYB, Monroe, and Bilstein are all acceptable; off-brand strut assemblies (Sensen, AC Delco import) are not what you want on a car you plan to keep.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace struts on a Toyota Camry?
A front pair on a 2018 to 2026 Camry typically runs $400 to $700 at an independent shop using KYB or Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies, or $700 to $950 at a Toyota dealership using OEM KYB parts. The Camry uses struts on all four corners, so a full four-strut refresh runs $750 to $1,650 installed.
How long do Camry struts last?
Camry struts typically last 90,000 to 140,000 miles. The Camry has a reputation for being gentler on suspension than most competitors because Toyota's chassis tuning is conservative and the OEM KYB strut is heavy duty by aftermarket standards. Hybrid Camry owners report slightly earlier wear due to the added battery weight, often around 90,000 to 110,000 miles.
Are hybrid Camry struts different from gas Camry struts?
Yes. The Camry Hybrid uses a stiffer rear strut tuned for the additional battery weight at the rear of the vehicle. Front struts are the same part number across hybrid and gas trims for 2018 to 2024 models. The 2025 redesign introduced a new strut family that does not interchange with prior generations, even within Toyota's own catalog.
Do all Camry trims use struts at all four corners?
Yes. Unlike the Civic which uses rear shock absorbers, every Camry trim from 2018 to 2026 uses a strut at all four corners. That makes a full four-corner refresh a meaningful job, typically $750 to $1,650 installed depending on parts choice and shop type.