Where would you go -Brakes & Pads

[J'sjourney]

2020 Dodge Journey

Dealer says I need brakes and pads. They quoted me a total price of nearly 1700.00 including labor. (Chicago area)

 

Would you take your car to an independent shop or a nationally known shop like Mavis or Firestone?

 

Thanks in advance.

[jkeaton]

I'd buy the parts from a local parts house and do it myself. Not that technically difficult to do. 

[J'sjourney]

52 minutes ago, jkeaton said:

I'd buy the parts from a local parts house and do it myself. Not that technically difficult to do. 

@jkeaton

 

Thanks.

There is no way I could or would try. Not that mechanically inclined and way to old to even try.

 

 

[2late4u]

just call around the local garages for a check and price for all 4 corners...To be honest you shouldn't need brakes all the way around for a  2020 journey ,of course we don't know how you drive and also the all important question of how many miles are on the journey...brakes on your journey should have lasted you at least 100 k unless they were abused by heavy stop and go driving..... quality brake pads for all 4 corners should be less than 200 plus 4 new rotors  price can vary from 200-400 depending where you buy them from,,,check out Amazon for rotors and pads I only use anadarko pads....actually only the rear are a bit more trouble than the front since you have to rotate the caliper piston instead of compressing them like the front

Edited June 17, 2025 by 2late4u

[J'sjourney]

1 hour ago, 2late4u said:

just call around the local garages for a check and price for all 4 corners...To be honest you shouldn't need brakes all the way around for a  2020 journey ,of course we don't know how you drive and also the all important question of how many miles are on the journey...brakes on your journey should have lasted you at least 100 k unless they were abused by heavy stop and go driving..... quality brake pads for all 4 corners should be less than 200 plus 4 new rotors  price can vary from 200-400 depending where you buy them from,,,check out Amazon for rotors and pads I only use anadarko pads....actually only the rear are a bit more trouble than the front since you have to rotate the caliper piston instead of compressing them like the front

Thanks.

I will call or stop by some of the local shops.

The car only has about 27,000 miles on it. More stop and go then highway driving.

Chicago winters with the salt they put down could make then wear faster. Don't know. Not a mechanic.

[2late4u]

On 6/16/2025 at 8:54 PM, J'sjourney said:

Thanks.

I will call or stop by some of the local shops.

The car only has about 27,000 miles on it. More stop and go then highway driving.

Chicago winters with the salt they put down could make then wear faster. Don't know. Not a mechanic.

.only 27 k on it  they are trying to rape you, or it has a different story not being told.....definitely go somewhere else even salty weather wouldn't cause that kind of problems,,, I was raised in Mich till I was 21 yrs old moved to Al and I am 72 yrs old as of now

[J'sjourney]

11 hours ago, 2late4u said:

.only 27 k on it  they are trying to rape you, or it has a different story not being told.....definitely go somewhere else even salty weather wouldn't cause that kind of problems,,, I was raised in Mich till I was 21 yrs old moved to Al and I am 72 yrs old as of now

 

@2late4u

Not sure what you mean.

11 hours ago, 2late4u said:

it has a different story not being told

 

I have nothing to hide. That is what they said. 

I am going to find some local repair shop to check the brakes out.

I'm the same age as you.

[2late4u]

1 hour ago, J'sjourney said:

 

@2late4u

Not sure what you mean.

 

I have nothing to hide. That is what they said. 

I am going to find some local repair shop to check the brakes out.

I'm the same age as you.

what I meant there must be a lot more work or things wrong on your brakes for a $ 1700 repair bill,,didn't mean to offend you,so good luck on whatever you decide

[larryl]

Exactly....sometimes dealers aren't your friend $1700 sounds fishy..

[Bear Down]

On 6/17/2025 at 5:47 AM, 2late4u said:

just call around the local garages for a check and price for all 4 corners...To be honest you shouldn't need brakes all the way around for a  2020 journey ,of course we don't know how you drive and also the all important question of how many miles are on the journey...brakes on your journey should have lasted you at least 100 k unless they were abused by heavy stop and go driving..... quality brake pads for all 4 corners should be less than 200 plus 4 new rotors  price can vary from 200-400 depending where you buy them from,,,check out Amazon for rotors and pads I only use anadarko pads....actually only the rear are a bit more trouble than the front since you have to rotate the caliper piston instead of compressing them like the front . Brakes are important for all vehicles, whether for daily driving or in demanding heavy hauling services.

You should call local garages for a brake check and price for all four corners. For a 2020 vehicle, brakes usually last around 100k miles unless there’s heavy stop-and-go driving. Quality pads and rotors for all corners typically cost between $200-$400. Rear brakes can be trickier since the caliper piston needs rotating.

[Ellison Brooks]

On 6/17/2025 at 5:47 AM, 2late4u said:

just call around the local garages for a check and price for all 4 corners...To be honest you shouldn't need brakes all the way around for a  2020 journey ,of course we don't know how you drive and also the all important question of how many miles are on the journey...brakes on your journey should have lasted you at least 100 k unless they were abused by heavy stop and go driving..... quality brake pads for all 4 corners should be less than 200 plus 4 new rotors  price can vary from 200-400 depending where you buy them from,,,check out Amazon for rotors and pads I only use anadarko pads....actually only the rear are a bit more trouble than the front since you have to rotate the caliper piston instead of compressing them like the front. Good advice here—brakes on a 2020 Journey should still have plenty of life left unless it’s seen unusual use. In some cases, factors like heavy hauling or constant stop-and-go driving can wear components faster than expected, so it’s always smart to get a full inspection before replacing everything.

That’s solid advice—brakes on a 2020 Journey should last a long time unless driving conditions are unusually tough. Checking mileage, driving habits, and getting quotes from local garages will give the clearest picture before spending on full replacements.