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Road Star Auto Repair
- Truck
- Job
- Smog
“If you have work done and begin having the same type problems again, even several months after having repairs done there, they will let you bring it right back in and fix at a huge discount.”
Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Escondido, CA
24 stations listed · all 24 in Escondido · 14 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a license
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Escondido Auto Tech
- Oil
- Inspection
- Team
“I went there for a smog test, they did a thorough inspection, found where the leak was, fixed it and I was out in no time and on my way to renew my registration.”
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Henry's Smog
- Reading
- Coupon
- Reviews
“They said I was good there and the truck in front of me ended up pulling up into the garage and they pulled me up all the way behind him into the rest of the driveway.”
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California Smog Check & Registration Service.
“Not only are the smog done very quickly they do Registration services and you don't have to wait long, also they offer key fobs and are good quality and cheaper than the dealer key remote”
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Brian's Automotive and Diagnostics
“Great service diagnosed and found the problem a broken wire in the transmission shifter position sensor that caused multiple problems with the backup camera, cruise control and other systems that the car computer shut down.”
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All Makes Smog Center
- Engine
- Prices
- Vehicles
“The folks at All Makes treat you like family, and if for some reason you don't pass, they are always helpful in getting you started in the right direction to pass.”
Area overview: Escondido, CA
All 24 stations we list here are in Escondido itself. We have 30 stations in Escondido on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The stations on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 5,518 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (81%) and value (81%). 14 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 show a license on their websites; 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2005. 3 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates and 3 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 19 of the stations on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the stations on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the station before you visit.
Data verified October 10, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Escondido, CA, these 24 shops carry out emissions and inspection work. What each one says about its station license, hours and retest policy comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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West Escondido Automotive & Transmission
“We took it to West Automotive and they not only fixed it right (at much less cost than the first time), but also showed us what the other place had done wrong.”
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Escondido Auto Pros
- Technicians
- Inspection
- Diagnostic
“Very friendly professional staff, my car was in for several repairs in less of a week, they constantly kept me updated with the progress of the repairs.”
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Smog Check
“Excellent service”
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Super Smog San Marcos
- The Future
- Vehicle
- Snacks
“Great price and super quick.”
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Smog Check Escondido
- Town
- Efficient
- Job
“Soon as I pulled in and parked before I could walk to office John greeted me with a smile - asked what I needed, took my keys and immediately pulled my car into the bay to get tested.”
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5th Ave Auto Service
“Chose this place based on reviews, and they did not disappoint - brought my car in for a second opinion on some repairs I was quoted by another shop and was told I didn't even need them!”
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ACM Auto Body & Paint
“Ramon and his crew are efficient, passionate about their work, and have outfitted the shop with top of the line tools and materials in order to deliver an A+ quality service.”
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Smogs By Rita
- Knowledge
- Stars
- Price
“I used to look for the lowest price but my experience has shown me that in the long run it turns out best to go to an establishment that is up front with price and is able to work with all my vehicles (1994 to 2013).”
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Smog Center
“Very nice guy trustworthy!”
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Han's Auto Services
“When they fix my car it looks very good, the price is moderate and the owner is very honest and also gives a guarantee/ right there the gasoline is the best in quality and price in almost the County, well in the City of Escondido California YES.”
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A-1 Smog & Auto Repair
- Mechanic
“100% trust worthy and professional.”
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Sunshine Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair
- Mechanic
- Price
“I dropped off my car first thing in the morning and got it back by 12:30 with a full synthetic oil change, transmission service brake fluid change and front pads and discs replaced at a very reasonable price.”
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Inter Auto Repair
- Fair
- Mechanic
- Honest
“I brought my truck in not running and Javier diagnosed it down to a fuel pump, he got it replaced and smogged and did no maintenance without first asking my opinion.”
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A To Z Smog
- Prices
- Vehicle
“Had his mask on the whole time.”
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Pacific Auto Repair Center
“This man has been my mechanic for years since he used to have a shop on 9th avenue, I trust them with all of my cars and all of my children's cars ever since and he's always reliable.”
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Le's Auto Services
- Mechanic
“Our family's go-to mechanic <3 It's always best to have a mechanic you can trust--- though he's very popular nowadays so it may take time get to your car---but totally worth it if you have a 2nd car to drive around in interim!”
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Reliance Smog
- Price
“I never put anything on the pages but I will make an exception, this is the best place to do your Smoke check, they served me quickly, it was economical, the people who serve have the best customer service, I definitely recommend it.”
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RPM Smog
- Owner
- Price
“Straightforward pricing and service.”
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Can I book a test online in Escondido?
4 of the 24 shops here take bookings online. Some stations work on a queue instead, which is fine early in the month and painful at the end of it. If you can book, take the first slot of the day and you will be out before the line forms.
What customers say about stations in Escondido
- “Clean, first class shop. Owner is young man who is polite, honest and knowledgeable.” — customer of RPM Smog
- “Honest, kind, reasonable prices and efficient. If you need your car to be smogged, Henry is far and above the best guy to do it for you!” — customer of Henry's Smog
- “Friendly, honest and knowledgeable staff. They take good care of your car and don't push on you unnecessary services.” — customer of Brian's Automotive and Diagnostics
- “In and out in 20 minutes. Professional staff that was happy to smog the truck even though I showed up right before closing.” — customer of California Smog Check & Registration Service.
- “Cindy is very nice and knowledgeable about vehicles and smog issues, and if its something she's not entirely sure about she has enough dignity and confidence to let you know she isn't sure because she would not want to mislead anyone.” — customer of All Makes Smog Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.