Miramar Automotive & Transmission
“My Prius is long overdue service, and I was amazed by the level of detail in their inspection delivered via their online portal!”
Best Brake Repair in San Diego, CA
22 experts listed · all 22 in San Diego · 3 open weekends · all 22 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Motec Auto Care
“This shop is great, i dropped in for an estimate to r&r the differential bushings on my genesis coupe.”
1 Way Auto Clinic
“Had a smog check here - I was a walk-in and was done in less than 20 min.”
FTS Auto
“Family owned & operated, It's a good feeling to trust your mechanic & no they aren't trying to just up sell you things you don't need.”
A Street Auto Service
“I had recently moved into town and didn't have a mechanic, so I called the day beforehand and was able to get my brakes fixed the following Saturday morning as a new customer.”
Smitty's Service
“I still have some repairs that need to be done but my car doesn't make scary noises anymore so I'm happy.”
Listed for drivers in and around San Diego, CA, these 22 shops replace pads, rotors and calipers. What each one says about parts brands, warranties and free inspections comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: San Diego, CA
All 22 experts we list here are in San Diego itself. We have 85 experts in San Diego on file; this page shows the highest-rated 22. The experts on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 8,207 reviews; all 22 have 50 or more reviews. When customers rate these experts on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (67%) and value (64%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "diagnosis", "communication" and "estimates". 3 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the experts on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (4), brakes (3), engine repair (3), maintenance (3) and air conditioning (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 12 list staff certifications (ASE) and 19 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 19 websites of the experts on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 5 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 15 are family- or locally-owned and 15 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the experts on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.
Do any listed shops advertise brake specials?
15 of the 22 shops list a coupon or a promotion. Advertised brake deals usually cover pads on one axle with the cheapest compound, so read what the price includes before you book, especially whether rotors and hardware are extra.
Pettey's Auto Service
“The mechanics are top notch and Andrew and his staff are always friendly and professional.”
Morena Automotive
“Did absolute awesome job on my Audi and gained a loyal Audi customer.”
Wentworth Automotive
“Got me everything I needed with catalytic converter shield instalation with how thefts of those are these days.”
Pacific Auto Service
“I always get great service and reasonable prices.”
Beeline Brake
“After inspection & service, they were able to realign the steering system and identified a deformity that had developed on the driver-side front tire where the center rubber tread had begun to separate from the woven inner wire.”
Convoy Auto Repair
“David, found sources of little noises that other mechanics could not and patiently explained the problem and alternatives to me.”
Transmasters Auto Care
“I was having serious transmission problems and after taking it to Transmasters, it was resolved within my warranty boundaries and they kept up constant communication with me.”
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John's Automotive Care
“My car suddenly was having issues and when I called, they were very responsive and helpful saying that I can bring it in asap and they will find time for me!”
Minsky Mercedes
“Definately coming back for future maintence.”
Top Care Auto Center
“Helped me repair a flat tire quickly, and at a low cost.”
Dualtone Muffler Brake and Alignment
“I'm from out of town and it's nice to know that Dualtone is here when I need them.”
University City Service Center
“Staff is friendly and give no BS answers about what's wrong with your car.”
Auto Tech Specialists Service Center
“This is one of the best place in San Diego the service is awesome and everyone is very helpful thank you siry Auto Group I definitely recommend this place for everyone.”
Robert's Auto Service
“They kept me informed and finished the work ahead of time.”
Sheens Auto Care
“Sean and co are very professional, fast, and honest.”
Wolf's Foreign Car Services Inc
“Also the level of their communication while going through the service or the repair is unusually good in today's world.”
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