Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Miami Gardens, FL averages $186.00, with prices ranging from $80.00 to $399.95 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Miami Gardens · September 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Miami Gardens, FL range from $80.00 to $399.95 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 50 shops across the area. Brake pads are friction material pressed against the rotors (the metal discs attached to each wheel) when you apply the brake pedal. Prices for this service in Miami Gardens vary by vehicle make and model, the grade of parts and fluids used, and whether you book with an independent shop, a franchise chain, or a dealership. Independent and chain repair shops in Miami Gardens typically charge 20 to 40 percent less than dealerships for this service; dealerships may justify the premium for warranty-covered work or brand-specific diagnostics. All prices listed on this page were verified directly from shop websites or user-submitted receipts, and each carries a Last Verified date. For details on how PriceMyFix verifies prices, visit pricemyfix.com/about/methodology.
| Shop | Type | Price | Details | Verified | Distance | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires Plus5710 Northwest 183rd Street | Franchise | $199.99 | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Florida Fine Cars21151 Northwest 2nd Avenue | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 3.2 mi | View Shop |
| Hyundai of North Miami21400 Northwest 2nd Avenue | Dealership | $179.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.2 mi | View Shop |
| Miami Lakes Mitsubishi16600 Northwest 57th Avenue | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 34 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Headquarter Toyota Service5895 Northwest 167th Street | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 34 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.4 mi | View Shop |
| Headquarter Toyota5895 Northwest 167th Street | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 3.4 mi | View Shop |
| Miami Lakes Automall16600 Northwest 57th Avenue | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 3.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Brake World Auto Center3625 South State Road 7 | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 3.5 mi | View Shop |
| EASY DEAL AUTO BROKERS MIRAMAR3200 South State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 3.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Potamkin Hyundai6200 Northwest 167th Street | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.7 mi | View Shop |
| Genesis of Miami Lakes6200 Northwest 167th Street | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 34 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.7 mi | View Shop |
| Jiffy Lube6696 Northwest 186th Street | Franchise | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 72 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Manny The Mechanic1900 Southwest 100th Terrace | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.0 mi | View Shop |
| Hollywood Kia6011 Pembroke Road | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.4 mi | View Shop |
| Vera Buick GMC300 South University Drive | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.4 mi | View Shop | |
| AutoNation Chevrolet Pembroke Pines Service Center8600 Pines Boulevard | Independent | $399.95Above avg | Installation and rotor inspection included. Turning or replacing rotors, all other services, and tax extra. Excludes enhanced-performance brake pads and some vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.6 mi | View Shop |
| Jiffy Lube8329 Pines Boulevard | Franchise | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 72 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Xtreme Automotive Repairs, Inc5934 Funston Street | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Gravity Autos Hollywood1001 South State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Road King Auto Sales5920 Dewey Street | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Pure Craft Roof Repair9019 Pines Boulevard | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Last verified 43 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Pep Boys Auto Service & Tires860 South State Road 7 | Franchise | $100.00CouponBelow avg | Terms apply. | Last verified 43 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.8 mi | View Shop |
| Round the Clock Roadside Assistance10590 Southwest City Center boulevard | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.0 mi | View Shop |
| Luxe Auto Repair6031 Hollywood Boulevard | Independent | $199.00Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.3 mi | View Shop | |
| JNL Auto Repair400 North State Road 7 | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.4 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Miami Gardens, FL costs $191.13 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $100.00 at Pep Boys Auto Service & Tires.
Trucks and SUVs with higher oil capacity may cost more. Check individual shop listings for vehicle-specific pricing.
Brake pads are friction material pressed against the rotors (the metal discs attached to each wheel) when you apply the brake pedal. This friction converts kinetic energy to heat, slowing the vehicle. Modern pads use semi-metallic, ceramic, or organic compound formulations — each with different trade-offs in noise, dust, heat resistance, and cost. Brake pads are wear items with a metal indicator that creates a squealing noise when the pad reaches minimum thickness, signaling it's time for replacement.
Replace when: (1) you hear a continuous high-pitched squeal when braking — that's the wear indicator touching the rotor, (2) you hear grinding when braking — metal-on-metal, requiring immediate inspection, (3) the pad thickness measures below 3mm (2mm is minimum safe; many shops recommend service at 4mm on high-heat vehicles), (4) you notice increased stopping distance, (5) the vehicle pulls left or right under braking. Front pads wear 2–3× faster than rear pads on front-wheel-drive vehicles.
Not safe. Worn brake pads are a progressive safety risk that accelerates to critical quickly. Once past the wear indicator (squealing), you have 1,000–3,000 miles before metal-on-metal contact. At that point, brake effectiveness drops 20–40% and rotor damage begins. A $180 pad replacement job becomes a $400–$700 pads-and-rotors replacement at metal-on-metal. Beyond that, caliper damage and brake fluid overheating from heat conducted through worn pads add $300–$800 more. Do not delay squealing brakes.
Red flags: (1) shops that quote 'pad replacement' without checking rotor thickness — rotors at or below minimum thickness must be replaced or resurfaced at the same time or the new pads will wear unevenly and warp within months, (2) 'lifetime warranty' pads as an upsell — these are usually low-grade organic pads that wear quickly and squeal; ask specifically what brand and compound is being used, (3) any shop that replaces only one side of an axle — always replace both pads on the same axle together for even braking.
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