Ray's Auto Center
“They're up to date on quite a few vehicles, but if you're driving Euro cars (BMW, Audi) and need more in-depth repairs done, Strictly Euro Auto in Century Plaza off of 100th in Lakewood is an excellent choice as well.”
Best Suspension & Steering Repair in Lakewood, WA
24 mechanics listed · 11 in Lakewood · 6 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
D & S Autocare
“I take a book to sit back in their lobby and read while the car is being worked on but, honestly, I rarely get to the book because by the time I have said my "hello's" to the folks in the office and sat down, my car is done!”
European Motors
“I received a call from European Motors, regarding a current concern that I was encountering with my Tiguan, and because I though I was out of warranty and didn't call them first to clarify the inconvenient, and thinking that they will not care since ...”
Tveten's Auto Clinic
“They also took the time to explain why I should not get my transmission fluid changed if it has never been changed before (I was at 160 something thousand miles).”
Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“I made a great choice getting my service done at AAMCO they double checked on my transmission they also told me I need to get my car flushed soon and the costumer service was great I was there for about less then an hour but I didn't mind, as long as...”
A-1 Transmissions
“They courteous claim office Michael the office manager is absolutely fantastic the whole fixing of my car they have been in and out of other shops including a Ford dealership could not find the problem A1 transmission was able to find the problem fix...”
Listed for drivers in and around Lakewood, WA, these 24 shops handle steering and suspension work. What each says about warranties, certifications and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Lakewood, WA
Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 11 are in Lakewood itself and 13 come from towns including Tacoma (5, 7 mi), Puyallup (2, 11 mi) and Federal Way (2, 14 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 4,654 reviews; 20 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (72%) and value (72%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "diagnosis", "honest" and "communication". 6 are open on Saturdays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are air conditioning (2), brakes (2), check engine light (2), exhaust service (2) and oil changes (2). 9 list staff certifications (ASE) and 14 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 5 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 11 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.
Why are shops outside Lakewood listed here?
11 of the 24 shops on this page are in Lakewood; the others come from other towns within 25 mi. A car with worn steering is still drivable, so a modest drive is reasonable here, though a clunk that has turned into a bang is not something to travel with. Distances are straight-line.
Rich-Tuned Motorsports
“These guys specialize in Hondas, but if your looking for a place to bring a turbo charged car into regardless of model or specialty vehicle these guys will take the time for you....”
Liberty Complete Auto Repair
“Fast forward he calls me and says to come take a look at the leak, brings me in the bay lets ME look under the vehicle and highlights other concerns without it being in relation to the problem!”
King's Fleet Service
“The employees there took care of problem at their cost.”
UP Auto Sales & Service
“I took my car to three other places to repair driver side door everybody gave me estimate over $3,000 but he fixed it with less than half of that price.”
Scotts Automotive
“No car for me”
Thurston County Transmission
“They did a great job rebuilding my transmission and showed me how to make a special adjustment on my gear shift to see when my engine is using V8 or V4.”
Northshore Automotive
“I came in expecting to pay for a full set of brakes and an oil change, they sent a detailed inspection report and followed it with a phone call - recommended some work on the e brake and leaving the brakes alone since the pads still had life.”
Autobahn Specialists
“The installation did not go perfectly and that's why I am giving them a fifth star for excellence -- when they ran into trouble, they worked really hard to figure it out and ultimately solve the problem (not their fault - it was a corroded pin in one...”
Regal Auto Care Tire Pros
“Regal auto care made repairs to my vehicle in a timely manner, appreciated the professional staff and Their vast knowledge, a stand up crew in my opinion, plus saved me some coin too ,”
Performance Prep
“I really appreciate the expertise in the office and in the shop my truck is running fantastic and look forward to doing business with you again God bless Michael S Serrano Federal Way resident 3 15 2024”
Car Clinic & Trucks Too!
“My go to for any major service that is needed in my truck, excellent top notch service, always welcoming and friendly from service manager to owner and all the technicians who work there.”
15th Street Automotive
“They got my car fully diagnosed on Tuesday, worked with me on the most important repairs needed and explained exactly what those things did, were transparent and honest with the things that could wait, got everything ordered and my car was done by We...”
Federal Way Automotive
“They do amazing work, they are efficient and can typically get you scheduled immediately, prices are very competitive, and they give you an honest diagnosis of what you need, vs want they would "like for you to do".”
Midland Automotive
“I had a very positive experience, from the receptionist Julia, when I called for an appointment to the moment I pulled onto the lot to drop off my truck.”
A Street Automotive
“They did the job completely to my satisfaction that had to chair the rear and out three or four times but it is completely fixed I think they're so very much for taking their time to do the job right”
Extreme Auto Works
“Good prices, flexible scheduleingfast turn around, always fills you in on what exactly is being done too which is nice, so i know exactly what to expect come pick up time, they have always gone above and beyond!”
Coopers Auto Repair Specialists
“The email that you get showing you pictures and giving you a description of everything that needs to be fixed, is beyond genius and make it very easy to determine what the next step would be.”
Evergreen Automotive
“I've been going here for years for a couple of different vehicles and every time Evergreen has been transparent, & speedy, with possibly the best customer service around the area.”
Why these companies made our list
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