A-1 Auto Care
“This was an emergency far from home and they got to the car when they first opened, and charged me for half the quoted amount.”
Best Flat Tire Repair near Carlsbad, CA
3 of these experts are based in Carlsbad; the others serve Carlsbad from towns including Vista (5 mi), Oceanside (7 mi) and Escondido (12 mi).
3 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Chuck's Tire Center
“They took us in almost immediately and they worked very quickly and efficiently taking almost no time out our day because we had an unexpected tire issue.”
Carlsbad Automotive Technology
“The prices are very fair and the work is done in a timely manner.”
RC Mobile Truck Service / Richards Mobile Tire
“Great response time, professional technician ( Milton) quickly solved my RV tire issue.”
Oceanside Tire and Service Center Tire Pros
“Professional folks and a great service!!”
Hawthorne Tire & Auto Service
“These guys are the bomb, they will even offer you a free Uber ride back to wherever you need to go it's so cool!”
Listed for drivers in and around Carlsbad, CA, these 15 shops repair flats and punctures. Hours, emergency service and whether they come to you are taken from each shop's own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Carlsbad, CA
The 15 experts on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 2,146 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "price", "honest" and "fair". 3 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the experts on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 8 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 14 of the experts on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the experts on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.
Can I get a puncture fixed on a Sunday?
3 of the 15 shops here show weekend hours, though Saturday is far more common than Sunday. A puncture repair is a short job, so a shop that takes walk-ins will often squeeze one in between booked work. Call rather than drive over on a flat.
Charlie's Foreign Car Service
“They seem very knowledgeable and honest I'm taking my Prius in there next time it needs service”
Alternative Automotive
“My car broke down and Daniel and the team had me in and out in no time and back on the road.”
TJ Crossman's Auto Repair
“Impeccable and above and beyond service.”
North County Wheels & Tires
“Tommy and Tony are the best when it comes to anything related to wheels and tires!”
Encinitas Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair
“I have three old ones, and they take good care of them, keep them working well.”
Autotyme Automotive Inc.
“He ll also do your oil, tires, and anything maintenance related for a way better deal (and more peace of mind) than your local chain oil service shops.”
San Diego Motoring Accessories
“Solid work when I asked them to balance my tires, car feels much better definitely recommend this place 10/10.”
Tires 4 Less & Auto Care
“I was immediately greeted by Rafael who was very knowledgeable, friendly and quickly patched my tire!”
AAA Mobile Truck and Tire Repair
“Quick respond and fast worker best place where I call for service”
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