logo

Buick Roadmaster Brake Hose Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(34)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

See availability

Customer Ratings

(34)

Brake Hose Replacement Service

How much does a Brake Hose Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Buick Roadmaster Brake Hose Replacement is $231 with $50 for parts and $180 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1993 Buick RoadmasterV8-5.7LService typeBrake Hose - Driver Side Front ReplacementEstimate$356.94Shop/Dealer Price$406.81 - $509.15
1991 Buick RoadmasterV8-5.0LService typeBrake Hose - Driver Side Front ReplacementEstimate$295.94Shop/Dealer Price$343.84 - $444.71
1993 Buick RoadmasterV8-5.7LService typeBrake Hose - Passenger Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$319.00Shop/Dealer Price$367.17 - $459.84
1996 Buick RoadmasterV8-5.7LService typeBrake Hose - Driver Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$319.00Shop/Dealer Price$367.12 - $459.75
1996 Buick RoadmasterV8-5.7LService typeBrake Hose - Passenger Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$319.00Shop/Dealer Price$367.20 - $459.90
1991 Buick RoadmasterV8-5.0LService typeBrake Hose - Passenger Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$281.00Shop/Dealer Price$325.16 - $414.83
1994 Buick RoadmasterV8-5.7LService typeBrake Hose - Passenger Side Rear ReplacementEstimate$330.50Shop/Dealer Price$378.35 - $470.79
1996 Buick RoadmasterV8-5.7LService typeBrake Hose - Driver Side Front ReplacementEstimate$325.44Shop/Dealer Price$375.84 - $478.58
Show example Buick Roadmaster Brake Hose Replacement prices

What is the brake hose and how does it work?

The hydraulic steel brake lines that carry brake fluid in your car are bolted to the frame of the vehicle. These metal brake lines must eventually attach to the individual wheel calipers — or wheel cylinders in the case of drum brakes — at all four wheels. Since the wheels constantly move up and down, or left and right in the case of the front wheels, the brake line that attaches to the individual wheel calipers must be highly flexible. Enter the brake hose: a flexible, synthetic, reinforced-rubber hose designed to withstand the 1,000 PSI plus pressures that occur when you apply the brakes. There is at least one brake hose at each wheel position, and sometimes two depending on the suspension design. At the end of each rubber hose are steel connections with seals to maintain a leak-proof connection.

Brake Hoses

When to consider replacing the brake hose:

  • Physical damage. If there are cuts, cracks, abrasions, bulging, or excessive rust at the hose fitting ends, the hose should be replaced.
  • Leaks. Seepage at hose fittings, or leaks anywhere along the hose, requires replacement. If there is a leak, or the hose is bulging, you may notice that the brake pedal is lower than usual or spongy.
  • Internal hose failure. Occasionally, the lining on the interior of the hose can separate, blocking the flow of hydraulic fluid. This is diagnosed using test gauges. A fluid blockage that prevents the brakes from releasing may manifest itself as dragging brakes or overheated brakes.
  • End of Lifetime. Although many brake hoses can last 20 plus years if well-made out of quality materials, after 10 years of service it is best to replace the hoses with new ones for maximum reliability and safety.

How do mechanics replace the brake hose?

  • The vehicle is jacked up and safely supported with steel jack stands.
  • The wheel and tire assembly are removed.
  • A pan is put in place to catch brake fluid.
  • Residual pressure in the brake line is relieved by momentarily opening the brake caliper bleeder screw.
  • Each hose end is detached. At the caliper, the attachment is often a banjo style bolt with one-time-use copper washers. The attachment at the vehicle frame is typically a flare connection, so a tube nut must be loosened. Once both ends are detached, the hose is removed.
  • The new hose is installed using new copper-sealing washers and the factory OEM torque on the tube nut and the banjo bolt.
  • Finally, the brake system is bled to remove all air and the vehicle is road tested. A final check for leaks is performed after the road test.

Is it safe to drive with a brake hose problem?

No. Properly working brakes are always essential. If you suspect damage to the brake hoses or see leaks it is a good idea to have a professional evaluate your car’s brakes.

When replacing a brake hose keep in mind:

  • If a brake hose is replaced due to aging, the mechanic will check all of the other brake hoses as they may be worn or defective as well.
  • Some vehicles have flexible, braided stainless steel brake hoses, or other specially designed hoses. If your car does not have ordinary synthetic rubber hoses, a mechanic will let you know what type of new brake hose you have and what your replacement options are.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee

Number of Buick Roadmaster services completed
374+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Buick MECHANICS
800+
experts on our platform
Yourmechanic was featured in

New York Times NBC CBS Forbes INC Tech Crunch

Learn more about us

Meet some of our expert Buick mechanics

Real customer reviews from Buick owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(34)
Rating Summary
30
2
0
1
1
30
2
0
1
1

Trung

12 years of experience
412 reviews
Request Trung
Trung
12 years of experience
Request Trung
by Joel
Buick Roadmaster V8-5.7L - Check Electrical Equipment - Sunnyvale, California

Matthew

12 years of experience
183 reviews
Request Matthew
Matthew
12 years of experience
Request Matthew
by David
Buick Roadmaster V8-5.7L - Ignition Cable (Spark plug wires) Replacement - Indianapolis, Indiana
First great experience will call in future.

Bryant

12 years of experience
622 reviews
Request Bryant
Bryant
12 years of experience
Request Bryant
by David
Buick Roadmaster V8-5.7L - Car is not starting - Indianapolis, Indiana
Came through like always

Jean

25 years of experience
70 reviews
Request Jean
Jean
25 years of experience
Request Jean
by Richard
Buick Roadmaster V8-5.7L - Heater Blower Motor Resistor - Loganville, Georgia
He is the best. My 1993 Buick Roadmaster Limited with 330,000 miles on it looks and drives like it just came off the show room floor. That says it all.

Excellent Rating

(34)
Rating Summary
30
2
0
1
1
30
2
0
1
1
Number of Buick Roadmaster services completed
374+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Buick MECHANICS
800+
experts on our platform
Yourmechanic was featured in

New York Times NBC CBS Forbes INC Tech Crunch

Learn more about us

Recent articles & questions

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Transmission Position Sensor (Switch)
Common signs include the car not starting or moving, transmission going into a different gear than selected, and the vehicle going into limp mode.
Read more
How to Charge a Dead Car Battery
The battery in your car can go dead for any number of reasons leaving you stranded. It can be low from lights being...
Read more
Understanding the Mitsubishi Routine Maintenance Required and Service Indicator Lights
Car symbols, or dashboard lights, are a car service reminder. Mitsubishi's Routine Maintenance Required lights indicate when your car needs service.
Read more

Just had the intake manifold replaced and now got it back from the mechanic and the car runs like crap an sounds bad

It's hard to give a specific answer with the amount of information supplied. I would need to see the vehicle to hear and see the problem myself. Why was the intake manifold in need of replacement? Was it a recall...
Read more

Loud low groaning/creaking noise when making turns at slow speeds

This type of low pitched noise tends to be caused by wheel bearings that are just beginning to wear out, or a CV joint that might be losing lubrication as well. It could also indicate a problem with tie rods...
Read more

I need my [brakes](/topics-brake-nissan/) replaced will that make the traction control light come on

Read more
  1. Home
  2. Estimates
  3. Buick
  4. Roadmaster
  5. Brake Hose Replacement

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com

Read FAQ
GET A QUOTE