PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Services
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
How much will it cost to fix a vacuum leak in my car?
My Check Engine light came on last month, and now vacuum sounds are coming from my engine. After researching, I know it is a vacuum leak in my car. I’ve been putting off taking my car to the mechanic because it is driving fine, and I don’t have the money to repair it. How much will it cost to fix a vacuum leak in my car?
Talullah Blanco · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Depending on the cause and location of the leak it can cost between $150 and $1,000 to repair a leak in your vacuum system. While it can be tempting to put off repairs when they don’t cause driveability issues, you should promptly take your car to a mechanic to avoid engine failure.
Here are some common causes of vacuum leaks:
- Ripped or cracked intake snorkel
- Warped manifold gasket
- Brittle plastic and rubber vacuum hoses and lines
- Stuck EGR valve
Once your mechanic determines the cause of the vacuum leak, you can get an accurate estimate of repair costs. Fixing it now will save you money in the long run because the problem will only get worse and could cause damage to other parts of the car.
View full answer
- Gregory R.
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.
Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance
You Might Also Be Interested
Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry
What Others Are Asking
Browse More Content
Insurance for Your Car
Insurance in Your State
Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance
No long forms
No spam or unwanted phone calls
Quotes from top insurance companies