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Hayworth Tire & Auto Service
“They evaluated the issue and gave me an honest assessment when they could have easily attempted to sell me parts and a repair that wasn't required but they didn't.”
Best Transmission Repair Shops in Kingsport, TN
24 mechanics listed · 11 in Kingsport · 3 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Morgan Auto Service +
- Brakes
- Torque
- Nuts
“Their staff takes the time to explain everything.”
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Kingsport Tire & Auto Care
“Upon calling the establishment the phone was answered in an upbeat and friendly manner, we explained the situation and he told us they would be able to squeeze us in when we got there.”
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Hondoctor Auto Care
- Honest
- Job
- Honda Pilot
“He did it completely out of the goodness of his heart, I tried offering him $20 (small for the amount of kindness I was shown but it's all the cash I had on me) which he wouldn't accept.”
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Almen Enterprises
- Truck
- Company
- Tow
“True to everything else we had read about the company's customer service, the rest of the staff did everything they could to make it right for us, and that shop manager no longer works for them.”
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German Motors
- Price
- Phone
- Light
“Recently took my '89 BMW to them for a quick diagnostic check and the BMW mechanic listed off all the engine specs and common issues - all of that on a 30 year old car.”
Listed for drivers in and around Kingsport, TN, 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: Kingsport, TN
Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 11 are in Kingsport itself and 13 come from towns including Johnson City (4, 16 mi), Gate City (2, 8 mi) and Blountville (2, 11 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,764 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "price", "communication" and "diagnosis". 3 are open on Saturdays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 4 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 12 of the mechanics on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. 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 15 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.
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Tal's Auto & Truck Repair
- Price
- Mechanic
- Vehicles
“I just recently started using him for my mechanic because my normal mechanic was acting a little shady LOL my whole family will now use this shop for all their car repair needs.”
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Pro Body Shop
“Incredible service and Incredible people the most honest, and hard working body shop you will ever find they are busy as can be because of it but they are definitely worth the wait.”
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Mr C's Automotive
- Mechanic
- Fair
- Prices
“Darrell dropped what he was doing and got the window back up so that I did not freeze going back across Sam's Gap going home as it was 38 degrees when I went across.”
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Morrell's Auto Repair
- Mechanic
- Phone
- Prices
“It is a small shop with limited amount of cars they can physically have so my advice is to call way ahead for an appointment, as they can get booked rather quickly at times.”
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Taylor's Auto
- Mechanic
- Price
“Replaced a difficult alternator in great time and for a great price!”
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Affordable Engines & Transmissions
- Price
- Mechanic
- Money
“But when it became apparent that I really needed to rebuild it in order for him to be able to drive safely back to SC, with his trailer in tow, Gene rebuilt it in two days.”
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H-Tek Auto Care
- Diagnosed
- Oil
- Dealership
“Although I was only having my oil changed, they still performed an In-Depth Vehicle Safety Road Test and Walk Around Evaluation, making sure my vehicle was safe and up to date.”
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Auto Electric Company
- Vehicle
- Work
- Truck
“Not like a dealership or some other repair shops around here that say,"well if you need something done you just bring it here we'll look at it," then charge your arm and a leg.”
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Milex Complete Auto Care
- Job
- Work
- Tow
“Not only did he take good care of my car and treat me with respect and honesty, he got it done in a timely manner even though they were extremely busy.”
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Mike's Garage
“Finding a mechanic I trust is not something done easily so when I find a good mechanic who takes care of his customers and charges a fair rate, I stick with them.”
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Brian's Auto Tech & Transmissions
- Vehicles
- Brakes
- Felt
“Great place for all kinds of vehicle service and repairs.”
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Powers Auto Repair
- Truck
- Work
- Technician
“I think his first taste of big rig repairs was on my 2000 KW T2000, R&R brake chambers and he showed ole dad a better & quicker way to do it when he was about 15 while taking auto class in school.”
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Fodderstack Auto Repair
- Transmission
“Mike and his team really saved me SO much trouble, they're great at what they do very trust worthy I could not recommend them enough for any car troubles you have, don't overlook them they are as good as it gets.”
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Duncan Automotive
“I would not have my car fixed any place else.”
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Silcox Automotive
“On more than one occasion they have saved me a bundle of money for unnecessary repairs which were quoted by other shops.”
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Moccasin Gap Service Center
“Great service, reasonable prices, wonderful employees.”
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Robert's Auto Repair
- Vehicles
“Does anyone know how to get ahold of one of the guys that work there other then the shop number I have a friend that has a vehicle over there being worked on and we are trying find out how far along they are on it really need it going by Tuesday just...”
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Converter Exchange
“Excellent service the man has over 40 years experience and my converter came out exactly like he said it would”
Transmission Repair Services in Kingsport, TN Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$836
Maximum cost
$3655
National Average
$1462
Avg Per Hour Rates
$134
$1149
$2924
Average price range is based on 473 cost profiles
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