StephenPT
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$3800 bill is predominately coming from the high labor to remove the dash assembly. I would want proof from the dealer that they found a leak in the evaporator before paying them to replace it. New evap is ~$175 at the online parts warehouses. 1234YF refrigerant charge is 1KG, which is about $100 in refrigerant.My warranty expired in November of 23 and it doesn't sound like they will extend me a courtesy.
Let's say the dealer charges $175 labor rate (extra generous) - that means it will take them ~20hrs of labor to R&R the evaporator and recharge the system.
Get a second opinion.