General Transmission Repair
“Mark and Garrett are an amazing team in the shop, I chose general transmission as my mechanic shop several years ago solely based on reviews and I'm glad I did.”
Best Transmission Repair Shops in Kent, WA
24 mechanics listed · 14 in Kent · 8 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Quality Auto Electric & Repair
“Sometimes that means it cost more because more wear items are being replaced but they explain that and in the long run, you don't want to pay twice to take off parts you just put on to access parts that you should've replaced while it was all apart.”
Kent Auto Repair
“Got there discussed the problem with the main man in office they were working on it within minutes after and left with a nice cool interior in about an hr.”
Lloyd's Auto Clinic
“They have made it clear to me that their main goal is to get the job done (at a very reasonable price) and I appreciate everything they have done for me down to the phone call!”
Auto Werkstatt German Auto Repair
“After Seattle Mini told me they would only replace the transmission on my Mini Countryman, instead of just the failed valve, someone recommended this auto shop to me.”
Rebuilder
“I brought him my starter from my 1957 Chevy which is almost obsolete to find and was blown away when he said it would be rebuilt by the end of the day.”
Listed for drivers in and around Kent, WA, 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.
Area overview: Kent, WA
Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 14 are in Kent itself and 10 come from towns including Federal Way (2, 8 mi), Puyallup (2, 15 mi) and Seattle (2, 17 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 2,917 reviews; 17 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (79%) and value (73%). 8 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are oil change (3), brake repair (2), brake services (2), computer diagnostic (2) and engine repair (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 13 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 2 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 10 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.
Do years in business matter for transmission work?
Ten or more years in business is claimed by 14 of the 24 shops here. Rebuild quality is hands-on skill, and a shop that has been in one place a long time is easier to hold to a warranty. It is what their listings state, not a guarantee.
Franklin's VW Werks
“I think he has every part or knows every rear part there is whether you're doing a full restoration or just keeping your classic VW running this is the place.”
Puget Sound Alignment
“Afforable , but always so busy, appointments are a week to 2 weeks out only one man working it all by his self , but worth the wait , I will return when I need him”
Mando's Complete Auto Care
“Thank you very much for such a great customer service thank you for taking the time to help me on fixing my car even When it was obvious that you guys wore soooo busy, car feels like new definitely going back!”
Ace Auto Repair
“I plan on rescheduling soon I was quoted a very fair price and have heard nothing but exceptional things from my two friends who recommend this business to me.”
NW Auto Repair & Collision/ KMB Motors
“A while back I had an 03 Civic with front brake problems and a loud rumble when breaking downhill, Kelvin really got me a good deal and he was very understanding about my money situation.”
Miguel Auto Service
“Someone you go to for service and you learn something plus get the service you came for.”
Ssolano Auto Body & Collision
“Good place to go for repair work.”
Mim Automotive
“I get my vehicle oil change and maintenance.”
ATS Automatic Transmission Specialists
“Always quick turnaround, and pricing on par with or lower than any comparable competitor.”
Northshore Automotive
“My husband recently took the car in for a headlight replacement and was told the bulb had melted but they were quick and professional and replaced it for us!”
Affordable Tire and Brake MLK
“Compare to the dealership, it was better in my opinion because they gave reasonable price and I had a nice experiences with the shop, they get me in and out with an oil change, oil filter + check chassis + basic safety inspection + air filter, breath...”
Performance Prep
“I like my vehicles, except when something doesn't go quite right, but when they do show an issue, I can trust that Performance Prep will make it right.”
A&M Auto Repair Bellevue
“Amended 2024: They were able to diagnose & repair a front end shudder (warped brake rotor) and track down an interior leak (pine needles clogging drain tubes).”
15th Street Automotive
“I've taken my vehicle to 15th street Automotive twice now, once because they were the best all around quote and warranty their work and once in emergency situations.”
Car Clinic & Trucks Too!
“There have been many small jobs that they could have charged me a lot for, but instead they provided some of the cheapest rates or even serviced the car free of charge.”
Federal Way Automotive
“I had an oil leak so i took it to these guys and expected an $800 bill but ended up with a $240 bill so i had them fix my a/c while it was there and it blows cold now and only spent $454 for everything!”
A Street Automotive
“They are very communicative, easy to work with, honest, and the owner goes above and beyond expectations with diagnosis and even offered to drive me home when I dropped off my van!”
King's Transmission Seattle
“I brought my pickup in for what I believed to be a transmission issue and they correctly told me what the engine problem was, but they didn't do that type of work.”
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