Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Miami Shores, FL averages $181.00, 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 Shores · September 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Miami Shores, 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 Shores 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 Shores 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tire Choice Auto Service Centers8291 Biscayne Boulevard | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 0.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Tires Plus14411 Biscayne Boulevard | Franchise | $199.99 | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Braman Miami2060 Biscayne Boulevard | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.4 mi | View Shop |
| Aventura Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram2198 Northeast 163rd Street | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 59 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Premium Cars3199 Northwest 36th Street | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.1 mi | View Shop | |
| AutoVice875 West Flagler Street | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Express II2281 West 4th Avenue | Independent | $129.99CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.4 mi | View Shop |
| Murgado Automotive Group665 Southwest 8th Street | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Brickell Buick & GMC665 Southwest 8th Street | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. Includes pads and labor. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.6 mi | View Shop |
| Aventura Collision Center18900 West Dixie Highway | Independent | $179.95Coupon | Last verified 63 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Aventura Motor Service, Aventura Collision Center18920 West Dixie Highway | Dealership | $179.95Coupon | Last verified 70 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Miami Nerds710 6th Street | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Anthony Garage Door & Electric Gate Repair18851 Northeast 29th Avenue | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Last verified 35 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.9 mi | View Shop | |
| DR. TREAD TIRES19790 West Dixie Highway | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles. | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.2 mi | View Shop |
| Car Factory Outlet Miami709 Northwest 42nd Avenue | Dealership | $129.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Avis Car Rental19575 Biscayne Boulevard | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Kingdom2821 Southwest 8th Street | Independent | $80.00CouponBelow avg | up to | Last verified 45 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop |
| The Palm Motors4082 West 12th Avenue | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Florida Fine Cars21151 Northwest 2nd Avenue | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.6 mi | View Shop |
| Leader Service1700 Coral Way | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.9 mi | View Shop |
| Miami Lakes Mitsubishi16600 Northwest 57th Avenue | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 34 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Miami Lakes Automall16600 Northwest 57th Avenue | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.0 mi | View Shop | |
| AutoNation Chevrolet Coral Gables Service Center4181 Southwest 8th Street | Independent | $199.95 | on most vehicles* | Verified 1 day agoby PriceMyFix | 8.0 mi | View Shop |
| Headquarter Toyota5895 Northwest 167th Street | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.0 mi | View Shop |
| Headquarter Toyota Service5895 Northwest 167th Street | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 34 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.0 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Miami Shores, FL costs $181.97 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $80.00 at Tire Kingdom. Dealerships average $185.35 — 4% 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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