Brake Shoe Replacement Cost in UAE 2026
Brake shoes are the friction components inside drum brake systems, commonly found on the rear wheels of economy cars and small SUVs in the UAE. When they wear thin, rear braking performance drops and the characteristic metal grinding begins. Here is what brake shoe replacement costs across the UAE.
Brake Shoe Replacement Cost by Vehicle Type
- Economy cars (Toyota Yaris, Kia Rio, Honda City): AED 250-400 per axle including parts and labour
- Mid-size sedans (Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sunny): AED 300-500 per axle
- Vans and light commercial vehicles: AED 400-700 per axle
- Drum resurfacing/skimming (if required): AED 100-200 per drum
Brake shoes are almost always replaced in pairs (both rear wheels together) for balanced braking performance. Never replace only one side.
Signs Your Brake Shoes Are Worn
- Scraping or grinding from the rear wheels
- Rear wheels locking under moderate braking
- Handbrake requiring more travel to hold on a slope
- Visible scoring on brake drums during tyre removal
- Vehicle pulling to one side during braking
Drum Resurfacing vs Drum Replacement
When brake shoes are replaced, the drum surface should be inspected. Light scoring can be removed by resurfacing (skimming). Heavily scored or oversize drums must be replaced. Garages should always measure drum diameter against the manufacturer limit.
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