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EV charging port repair (pins, latch actuator, flap, seal): how much does it cost?

Typically NZ$140–NZ$710 in New Zealand and A$150–A$710 in Australia, including GST. Electric cars.

Parts (trade)LabourSubletTotal incl GST
New ZealandNZ$50–NZ$3500.5–1.5 h—NZ$140–NZ$710
AustraliaA$50–A$3500.5–1.5 h—A$150–A$710

Totals use a standard workshop rate of NZ$120 or A$140 an hour and a 25% parts markup, plus GST. Your workshop's rate and parts prices will differ.

What affects the price

Check the charging lead first (often the fault). Then clean or replace pins, latch actuator, flap and hinge. Burnt or melted pins mean the whole inlet needs replacing.

Other hybrid and ev repairs

Researched by Credov in October 2026 from NZ and Australian parts suppliers and workshop price guides. Typical ranges, not quotes: ask a workshop for a quote before you rely on a price. All repair costs.