STEERING RACKS · SERVICE
Steering Rack Reconditioning in Ireland
Driveshaft Ireland reconditions and remanufactures steering racks for almost every make and model an Irish-owned service with 30+ years behind it, supplying function-tested exchange racks nationwide.
Steering rack reconditioning is the process of stripping, inspecting, replacing worn internals (seals, bearings, valve components) and rebuilding a steering rack back to its original working specification. Driveshaft Ireland supplies reconditioned and remanufactured racks on an exchange basis - function-tested, warranted and delivered nationwide — for a substantial saving against a new OE rack.
What the service covers
A failing steering rack leaks, knocking, heavy or vague steering does not always mean an expensive new part. Reconditioning restores your rack (or supplies a remanufactured exchange unit) to full working order for a fraction of the cost of new. This page explains what the service involves and how to get a price.
Why reconditioned or remanufactured?
A rebuilt rack does the same job as new, for a fraction of the price here's what you're getting.
Want the cost picture first? See Steering rack repair cost in Ireland for what drives the price and how exchange keeps it down.
Signs your steering rack needs attention
Fluid leaks
Power steering fluid leaks — drips under the car, dropping reservoir level.
Knocking or clunking
Over bumps, or a rattle through the wheel.
Heavy or stiff steering
Stiff or inconsistent steering, especially when cold.
Play or vagueness
Vagueness on-centre, or the car wandering.
Whining noise
Rises with steering effort — often the pump, sometimes the rack.
A rack rarely fails overnight the symptoms build. Not sure it's the rack? Read How to tell if your steering rack is failing for a full symptom guide, or see the Road Safety Authority's car maintenance checks for general steering and fluid checks between services.
How the exchange service works
Confirm the rack
Send us your make, model and reg (or the part number) — we confirm the correct rack, price and availability.
Rack delivered
We supply a remanufactured, function-tested exchange rack, usually from stock. Your old rack (the 'core') comes back to us as part of the exchange.
Fit and go
Fit it yourself or through your garage; the unit is warranted. Call (01) 450 1905 to get started.
How we price it
- Vehicle-specificWe don't quote a flat price — it depends on the make, model and specification of your exact vehicle.
- Exchange vs repairWhether it's a straight exchange or a repair of your own unit changes the price.
- Parts involvedThe specific internal parts and components required affect the cost.
- Stocked unit pricesCurrent prices for stocked units are shown on the product pages.
- Get a firm priceSend your make, model and reg (or the part number) for a firm price, availability and warranty — call (01) 450 1905.
Frequently asked
Is a reconditioned steering rack as good as new?
What is an exchange (or 'core') rack?
Do you cover my make and model?
Do you supply nationwide?
Get your price
Driveshaft Ireland remanufactures and repairs steering racks, turbochargers, power steering pumps, driveshafts and propshafts for cars, vans and 4x4s - Irish-owned, 30+ years' experience, nationwide delivery. Most parts are supplied on an exchange basis and priced to your exact vehicle. Tell us your make, model and registration (or the part number) and we will confirm price, availability and warranty.