How much should fixing a steering gear leak cost?

What is your question?

One owner 2004 Honda Pilot AWD with almost 118,000 miles, regular maintenance at dealership. No leaks on driveway, no problem with steering - but after a recent timing belt replacement and brake job I was told by the mechanic there was a steering gear leak and it would be $2,000 to fix it.

What makes this problem better or worse?

I don’t notice anything wrong

How long has your 2004 Honda Pilot had this problem?

Mechanic told me of problem May 15, 2018