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24 mechanics listed · 19 in El Cajon · 8 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around El Cajon, CA, these 24 shops work on transmissions. What each one says about rebuilds, warranty terms and the brands it handles comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 19 are in El Cajon itself and 5 come from San Diego (4, 10 mi) and La Mesa (1, 4 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 3,091 reviews; 17 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), value (90%) and quality (88%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "fair", "honest" and "diagnosis". 8 are open on Saturdays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are air conditioning services (2), transmission services (2) and wheel alignment (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 13 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 21 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 79 years. 3 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. 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.
3 of the 24 shops on this page say they offer financing. Transmission work is one of the larger repair bills a car can hand you, so terms are worth reading closely before you sign anything at the counter.
- “Todd and Dawn, were very professional and knowledgeable and help me get back on the road fast and their mechanic Fabian went the extra mile and added wire loom on my engine.” — customer of Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- “SD Transmissions is a great place to get your transmission looked at amazingly friendly, I felt like they treated me as part of the family.” — customer of SD Transmissions
- “They completed the rebuild as they promised and they didn't try to up sell me or change to original quote.” — customer of Dose Independent BMW Service
- “My transfer case shifts easier than it ever has and having the peace of mind knowing every time I touch it, it will shift perfectly is worth its weight in gold!” — customer of MIT Drivetrain Specialists
- “I would definitely recommend Valley Transmission to anyone who needs transmission work done to their vehicle.” — customer of Valley Transmission
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.
