Why are the Transmission Speed Sensors so expensive?

The speedometer stopped working and I had the Transmission Speed Sensor replaced

2004 Camry 2004 LE 60,000 miles Cost of Sensor: $220 (just for the part -- ordered from auto parts store)

Why are the Transmission Speed Sensors so expensive?

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Rav
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Depends on the brand and where you buy it.

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Paul

When you say you had it replaced, WHO replaced it? If you took it to a shop they charged you list price for the part. They paid about 80 bucks if it's the common sensor on the trans output.

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Steve W.

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