Wathen's Transmission
“Friendly staff called twice to check on car talk for a few minutes, never act like I was bugging him”
Best Transmission Repair Shops in Owensboro, KY
10 mechanics listed · 5 in Owensboro · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 17, 2026
Hill's Automotive
“Takes the time to explain everything to me so I understand what's going on with vehicle.”
East End Auto & Diesel
“I would recommend East End to anybody that has any automotive issues.”
Ohio Valley Transmission Service LLC
“They serviced my vehicle fixed my oil leak I was satisfied with the work I've had no problems with my vehicle since”
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Guisewhite Automotive
“If you are reading this, you are blessed to have found this hidden gem.”
Listed for drivers in and around Owensboro, KY, these 10 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: Owensboro, KY
Of the 10 mechanics we list here, 5 are in Owensboro itself and 5 come from towns including Rockport, IN (1, 10 mi), Utica (1, 13 mi) and Calhoun (1, 17 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 402 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 5 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 36 years. We have a website on file for 4 of the mechanics on this page; 3 publish a contact page and 1 takes 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 5 of the 10 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.
Joe's Transmission & Auto Repair
“Went there for a leak fix and they not only took care of the leak, they helped me understand what an why I needed to do to maintain my transmission properly.”
Checkered Flag Repair
“Only place we go for repairs and recommended to everyone we know.”
JMB Automotive
“Would take literally absolutely anything to get worked on here.”
Barnett Creek Garage
“He really knows his stuff, and actually takes the time to explain the workings of what he's repairing and what he's going to do.”
Why these companies made our list
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