Ford F-150 Control Arm Replacement Cost

Replace a worn control arm or its bushings.

$480 – $1,200

Typical labor: 1.5 to 3 hours per side

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Parts vs Labor

50% / 50%

Typical share of total cost

Labor Time

1.5 to 3 hours per side

At a typical shop

Difficulty

Advanced DIY

3 of 5 for the Ford F-150

Estimate based on Ford F-150 parts and labor adjustments versus the national average. Your exact cost depends on year, trim, mileage, and shop. Get a free personalized AI estimate above.

Why Ford F-150 Owners See This Pricing

The F-150 is the best-selling truck in America, so parts are everywhere, but truck-sized components cost more.

For reference, the national average for control arm replacement on a typical passenger vehicle is $400 to $1,000. The Ford F-150 runs about +20% versus that baseline.

Common Symptoms in the Ford F-150

Clunking over bumps

Steering wander or pull

Uneven tire wear

Vibration in the steering wheel

What It Is

Control arms are the suspension links that hold each wheel in proper position. They have bushings and ball joints that wear out.

Why It Matters

Worn control arms cause unsafe handling and chew through tires.

How to Save Money on Ford F-150 Control Arm Replacement

Loaded control arms (with ball joint and bushings preinstalled) cost a bit more but save hours of labor
Always do an alignment after replacing a control arm

Often Done Together

Shops commonly pair control arm replacement with these jobs to save on overlapping labor:

Wheel Alignment

$96 – $240

Strut or Shock Replacement

$720 – $1,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I replace just the bushings instead?

Sometimes, but pressing bushings out requires special tools and the labor often costs more than buying a new loaded arm.