Best Radiator Repair in La Mesa, CA

15 technicians listed · 6 in La Mesa · 4 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Services

Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Services

4.9 50 reviews
“Martin the mechanic is also great with over 25+ years experience he will troubleshoot diagnose and identify the problem with high accuracy.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 2005
8620 La Mesa Blvd
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Rob's Automotive

Rob's Automotive

4.9 49 reviews
“I didn't feel pressured at all but rather I felt he had my best interest in mind.”
12-mo/12k-mi warrantySince 1996BBB A+
7589 El Cajon Blvd E
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John's Automotive Care La Mesa

John's Automotive Care La Mesa

4.9 49 reviews
“It's so nice to have a place I can take my car and feel confident that I'm getting the best service and care for my car.”
Coupons & offersShuttle serviceSince 1998ASE certifiedFamily-owned
7447 University Ave
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Luxury Import Care

Luxury Import Care

5.0 11 reviews
“Very professional, did not have any issues taking my 2015 lexus is 350 to the shop, getting maintenance done and an inspection completed.”
12-mo/12k-mi warrantyLexus specialistPick-up & drop-offSince 2015
3691 Via Mercado #4
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San Diego Performance European

San Diego Performance European

4.7 18 reviews
“Highly recommend this place all around good customer service friendly staff really appreciate the help with my 07 Infiniti sunroof 👍 …”
Since 2012
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Auto Fix

Auto Fix

4.9 18 reviews
“He's my go to mechanic in town and if for some reason his team can't do a specific job (paint , transmission, exhaust etc), he'll recommend someone who provides the same quality of workmanship.”
3691 Via Mercado
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Listed for drivers in and around La Mesa, CA, these 15 shops repair and replace radiators and cooling system parts. What each one says about recoring, warranties and truck work comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: La Mesa, CA

Of the 15 technicians we list here, 6 are in La Mesa itself and 9 come from San Diego (7, 7 mi), El Cajon (1, 4 mi) and Santee (1, 6 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 3,618 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise value (92%), professionalism (89%) and quality (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "diagnosis", "communication" and "honest". 4 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (4), A/C repair (2), check engine light (2), engine repair (2) and fleet (2). 6 list staff certifications (ASE) and 10 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 2 offer financing; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.

Are the longer-established listed shops a safer bet?

13 of the 15 shops here have been trading ten years or more. Radiator work rewards that, since the places that still recore and pressure test in house tend to be long-established and often run commercial vehicle work alongside cars.

La Mesa Motor Clinic

La Mesa Motor Clinic

5.0 12 reviews
“He recommended La Mesa Motor Clinic, I took my car in and they were very polite and friendly, they did the service and did a great job!”
5120 Guild St
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FTS Auto

FTS Auto

4.8 47 reviews
“I've taken my cars to many auto shops over the years, but Joe and his team at FTS are the best I've ever dealt with.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1996Financing
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Kirk's Radiator

Kirk's Radiator

4.9 50 reviews
“If you have an A/C issue with your vehicle go see these guys.”
BBB A+Since 1951Family-owned
El Cajon, CA · 4 mi from La Mesa
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North Park Auto Repair

North Park Auto Repair

4.8 49 reviews
“Jason really went above and beyond!”
ASE certifiedSince 1999
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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John's Automotive Care

John's Automotive Care

4.8 49 reviews
“If you're looking for an honest and well run business John's is the place.”
36-mo/36k-mi warrantyASE-certified techsVirtually every major vehicle brand specialistFleet accountsSince 1998Family-owned
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Wentworth Automotive

Wentworth Automotive

4.8 48 reviews
“So much better than a dealership and the customer service is above and beyond.”
Coupons & offersASE certifiedSince 2001Family-owned
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Certified Car Clinic

Certified Car Clinic

4.9 46 reviews
“His attention to detail and great customer service is why I continue to bring him my Vehicles.”
ASE certifiedSince 2014
Santee, CA · 6 mi from La Mesa
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Minsky Mercedes

Minsky Mercedes

4.7 48 reviews
“I will be coming back if I ever have further issues with my BMW 7 series”
Coupons & offers24-mo/24k-mi warrantyASE-certified techsFinancing availableSince 1997Locally owned
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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Convoy Auto Repair

Convoy Auto Repair

4.6 47 reviews
“I am very happy with the service from this place.”
Coupons & offersFleet accounts46+ yearsBBB accreditedFinancing
San Diego, CA · 7 mi from La Mesa
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