Mazda Millenia Repair, wheel bearing and hub to be replaced?

Question

I have a 1999 mazda millenia. Recently I started to feel vibrations near the left wheel. Mechanic after diagnosis figured the wheel bearing and hub need to be replaced. He also asked me to go in for a wheel alignment and said the total cost would come upto USD 500. This is in Minneapolis with the zip 55423
Would like to know, is this a fair price or am I getting ripped off.
Also, if I delay the replacement, is there any danger while driving on a freeway.
If anybody knows a cheaper place for getting a mazda repaired in Minneapolis near the zip 55423, would greatly appreciate it.

Answer 1

I work in a shop in Minneapolis. While I'm not at work to throw together a comparitive bid, given labor rates in the area and the fact this is a Millenia (spotty parts availability) this price sounds about spot-on.

Is there a danger to driving on it?

Yes, if its in rough enough shape.

Answer 2

i own a repair shop,and this is a pretty fair price for what all he is doing,,on it,,other shops would probably charge a lot more ,,but your not getting took advantage of there,,the parts are going to be high for this one,they always are for the Mazda,s,it would cost that much at my shop,,maybe less ,it all would depend on how much the parts cost me,,good luck hope this help,s

Answer 3

I agree with Pedro but time is more than that.

100 bucks plus parts fair enough.
like Pedro said check prices with auto zone.

Answer 4

what is the cost to replace wheel bearing and hub on 2008 pt cruiser?

Answer 5

bad price.. coll other shops and check with autozone OR advance for parts price...labor should be less then one hour.. go to Car talk website. they have place you can find mechanic who others recommend..good luk