{"id":68932,"date":"2022-05-04T02:27:14","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T09:27:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=68932"},"modified":"2024-02-02T02:29:52","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T10:29:52","slug":"brake-hoses-guide-types-and-faqs-about-replacement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/brake-hoses-guide-types-and-faqs-about-replacement\/","title":{"rendered":"Brake Hoses Guide: Types and FAQs About Replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_977326-d2{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_977326-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_977326-d2 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-a614d3  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-b8ad3c\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_5f19b6-2d\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Brake hoses connect the brake lines to brake calipers.<\/li><li>They&rsquo;re typically made of rubber or stainless steel and are generally flexible.<\/li><li>A collapsed brake hose can reduce your brake&rsquo;s efficiency. It might also prevent the brakes from working at all.<\/li><li>It can cost anywhere between $20 and $80 to replace a bad brake hose.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Although they&rsquo;re not the most noticeable part of your vehicle&rsquo;s braking system, your brake hoses are crucial to your road safety and must be maintained like any other part. They will wear out and affect your vehicle&rsquo;s performance over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it&rsquo;s time to buy a replacement brake hose, you should be equipped with the necessary know-how to make sure you get the right one. In this article, you&rsquo;ll learn all about brake hoses, the different types, when they need replacing, and how much it will cost you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a Brake Hose?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Brake hoses and lines are used to connect the various parts of the hydraulic brake system. There are typically metal brake lines running from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/wheel-cylinder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"master cylinder\">master cylinder<\/a> to the rubber brake hoses. The brake hoses, which are usually made of rubber and can flex, connect the brake lines to the brake calipers at each wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/car-brake-hose-vs-brake-line-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"car brake hose vs brake line\" class=\"wp-image-68937\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/car-brake-hose-vs-brake-line-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/car-brake-hose-vs-brake-line-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/car-brake-hose-vs-brake-line-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/car-brake-hose-vs-brake-line-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/car-brake-hose-vs-brake-line-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/car-brake-hose-vs-brake-line.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Both brake hoses and brake lines act as conduits to transport brake fluid from the master cylinder.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is a Brake Hose Different From a Brake Line?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both brake hoses and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-line\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake lines\">brake lines<\/a> act as conduits to transport <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-fluid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake fluid\">brake fluid<\/a> from the master cylinder. The difference is that the brake lines are metal tubes that connect the majority of the brake system and run the length of the vehicle. On the other hand, the brake hoses are usually made of rubber and are typically only long enough to connect one of the brake lines to one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-caliper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake calipers\">brake calipers<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Different Types of Brake Hoses?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, there are two types of brake hoses: rubber and stainless steel. Most modern cars have rubber brake hoses because these parts are more flexible than their stainless steel counterparts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rubber Brake Hose<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Made of flexible rubber, a rubber brake hose can come layered with fabric netting for extra protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rubber brake hoses provide great braking performance, work in a wide temperature and hydraulic pressure range, and are more affordable than their stainless steel counterparts. They are used on each front wheel to allow for steering and suspension movement and at the rear to allow for rear suspension travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although rubber brake hoses are resistant to high pressure, they can still crack, blister, or leak. So they should be inspected at least every six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stainless Steel Brake Hose<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Stainless steel brake hoses are rigid and durable. They have sheaths of stainless steel on their outer surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to rubber brake hoses, stainless steel brakes hoses are less prone to physical damage from corrosion and environmental conditions. However, they are also more expensive and less flexible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Does It Cost to Replace Brake Hoses?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-hose\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"aftermarket brake hose\">aftermarket brake hose<\/a> replacement can cost you anywhere from $20 to $80 on parts alone. The price of a brake hose depends on various factors, like the part&rsquo;s brand, material, and your vehicle&rsquo;s specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for labor, you can expect to pay around an extra $100 to $250 to have your damaged brake hose professionally replaced. Of course, this is only an estimate and might vary from the rates in your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/brake-hose-part-isolated-1024x602.jpg\" alt=\"brake hose part isolated\" class=\"wp-image-68938\" width=\"1024\" height=\"602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/brake-hose-part-isolated-1024x602.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/brake-hose-part-isolated-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/brake-hose-part-isolated-768x452.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/brake-hose-part-isolated-1536x904.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/brake-hose-part-isolated-150x88.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/brake-hose-part-isolated.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>With plenty of options on the market, it can be tricky to shop for a new brake hose for your vehicle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Consider When Looking for a New Brake Hose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With plenty of options on the market, it can be tricky to shop for a new brake hose for your vehicle. To help you narrow down your options, here are some factors to consider when shopping for a new brake hose:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Always check for fitment before buying a new brake hose for your vehicle. Getting a replacement designed specifically for your vehicle&rsquo;s year, make, and model guarantees a perfect fit and hassle-free installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quality<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose a brand you trust when looking for a new brake hose for your ride. A brake hose is crucial to your safety and the overall operation of your vehicle, so the replacement should be durable and made of high-quality materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding the perfect replacement brake hose for your vehicle should be easy as long as you follow the tips listed above and look through credible product reviews. You should be able to choose the right brake hose for your ride as long as you remember to check your vehicle specifications or consult your trusted mechanic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brake Hoses FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1653619411134\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is a Brake Hose Important? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Absolutely! The brake hoses are responsible for delivering hydraulic pressure to your vehicle&rsquo;s brakes. If one of the hoses fails, the brake system either won&rsquo;t work properly or won&rsquo;t work at all, making the vehicle unsafe.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1653619436013\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What Happens If a Brake Hose Breaks? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If one of your car&rsquo;s brake hoses fails, you&rsquo;ll either have severely reduced braking ability or no braking ability at all, depending on the system design. So, a failed brake hose is a serious problem.<br><br>Meanwhile, a constricted brake hose can cause the brakes on your vehicle to remain applied, which can cause excessive brake pad wear and unequal braking. It can also cause your ride to pull unevenly to one side.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1653619462988\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can You Drive With Broken Brake Hoses? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You should not drive with a damaged or broken brake hose as the problem can lead to severely reduced braking ability or no braking ability at all. So if you think your brake hose is damaged, err on the side of caution and refrain from driving your ride until the problem is fixed.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1653619485435\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Often Should You Replace Your Brake Hose? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">According to professional mechanics, a rubber brake hose usually lasts for about six years. A steel brake line, on the other hand, can last between five and ten years or longer.<br><br>However, it&rsquo;s important to note that these are only estimates. How long a brake hose will last depends on the quality of its material and the conditions (driving and weather) it&rsquo;s subjected to. Because of this, it&rsquo;s safe to say that you should replace your brake hoses once they show serious signs of wear.<br><br>Also, keep in mind that you should always replace your brake hoses in pairs. If one side is already damaged, the other side might not be far behind. After all, both brake hoses have been subjected to the same weather and operating conditions, so it&rsquo;s better to replace them at the same time.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out these videos for tips on how to replace brake hose:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to replace the Front Brake Hose 2009-2014 Ford F150 &#128663;\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xCGc-n-FktU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to replace the Front Brake Hose 2009-2018 Dodge RAM 1500 &#128663;\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FDjhUzfo3jo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Get a New Brake Hose for Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned, you should avoid driving with a damaged brake hose because it can cause braking difficulties, making driving dangerous. If you want to replace it as soon as possible but are struggling to find a replacement that fits your ride, consider shopping at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s easy to find compatible brake hoses in our catalog. Simply enter your ride&rsquo;s year, make, and model into the vehicle selector. If you have a specific brand, price, or feature in mind, use our filters to further narrow down the selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/parts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"replacement parts\">replacement parts<\/a> come at competitive prices, so if you&rsquo;re on a tight budget, you can get a high-quality brake hose without breaking the bank. All our products are also on hand and ready to ship from a warehouse near you. So if you place your order today, we can have it delivered to your doorstep in as fast as two business days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t let a bad brake hose keep your daily driver cooped up in your garage. Shop for a replacement today!<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Although they&rsquo;re not the most noticeable part of your vehicle&rsquo;s braking system, your brake hoses are crucial to your road&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/brake-hoses-guide-types-and-faqs-about-replacement\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":68934,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3749,52],"tags":[841,1492,1059,1060],"ppma_author":[2607,2855],"class_list":{"0":"post-68932","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-braking-system","8":"category-diy","9":"tag-brake-caliper","10":"tag-brake-hose","11":"tag-brake-line","12":"tag-brake-master-cylinder","13":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Brake Hoses Guide: Types and FAQs About Replacement - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn everything you need to know about brake hoses, what to consider when shopping for replacements, and more.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/brake-hoses-guide-types-and-faqs-about-replacement\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Brake Hoses Guide: Types and FAQs About Replacement - In The Garage with CarParts.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Learn everything you need to know about brake hoses, what to consider when shopping for replacements, and more.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/brake-hoses-guide-types-and-faqs-about-replacement\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"In The Garage with CarParts.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2022-05-04T09:27:14+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-02-02T10:29:52+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/mechanic-inspects-car-brake-hose-scaled.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"2048\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1367\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"7 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.carparts.com\\\/blog\\\/brake-hoses-guide-types-and-faqs-about-replacement\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.carparts.com\\\/blog\\\/brake-hoses-guide-types-and-faqs-about-replacement\\\/\"},\"author\":[{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"$id\":\"4\",\"name\":\"CarParts.com Research Team\",\"jobTitle\":\"Expert Automotive Writer\",\"description\":\"The CarParts.com Research Team is composed of experienced automotive and tech writers working with (ASE)-certified automobile technicians and automotive journalists to bring up-to-date, helpful information to car owners in the US. 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