Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Miami Gardens, FL averages $172.00, with prices ranging from $80.00 to $199.95 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 $199.95 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JNL Auto Repair400 North State Road 7 | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Honda of Aventura2150 Northeast 163rd Street | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.6 mi | View Shop |
| Aventura Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram2198 Northeast 163rd Street | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 59 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Yan Auto Repair901 North State Road 7 | Independent | $199.00CouponAbove avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Land Rover North Dade2300 Northeast 151st Street | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Aventura Collision Center18900 West Dixie Highway | Independent | $179.95Coupon | Last verified 63 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Aventura Motor Service, Aventura Collision Center18920 West Dixie Highway | Dealership | $179.95Coupon | Last verified 70 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Jaguar North Dade2300 Northeast 151st Street | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Express Sliding Door Repair — Aventura19580 West Dixie Highway | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.1 mi | View Shop | |
| DR. TREAD TIRES19790 West Dixie Highway | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles. | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.2 mi | View Shop |
| Toyota of Hollywood1841 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.3 mi | View Shop |
| Anthony Garage Door & Electric Gate Repair18851 Northeast 29th Avenue | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Last verified 35 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.5 mi | View Shop | |
| AmaZinn Used Cars2140 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.5 mi | View Shop |
| Nation Autos Miami3208 East 4th Avenue | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Hialeah Auto Care Center5988 West 20th Avenue | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Kingdom100 West Hallandale Beach Boulevard | Independent | $80.00CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop | |
| RapidRevAutos20350 West Country Club Drive | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop |
| Prestige Auto Repairs & Tires Hollywood2425 Pembroke Road | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.8 mi | View Shop |
| Flame Auto Repair2105 Fletcher Street | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 94 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Westland Auto Center4000 West 16th Avenue | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Artemisa Auto Air Inc261 West 23rd Street | Independent | $139.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Express II2281 West 4th Avenue | Independent | $129.99CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.4 mi | View Shop |
| Rob Lambdin's University Dodge Ram5455 South University Drive | Dealership | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.6 mi | View Shop | |
| University Mitsubishi5395 South University Drive | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.7 mi | View Shop |
| Acura of Pembroke Pines15601 Pines Boulevard | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.1 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Miami Gardens, FL costs $172.33 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $80.00 at Tire Kingdom. Dealerships average $186.88 — 19% more than independents and chains in this area.
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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