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Best Transmission Repair Shops in Pasadena, CA
20 mechanics listed · all 20 in Pasadena · 9 open weekends · 16 rated 4.5+
Data verified November 12, 2026
Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“From the moment I walked in, he was honest, patient, and took the time to explain exactly what was going on with my car without any pressure or confusing jargon.”
Accurate Autoworks
“They took the time to make sure the replacement was up to code and did the work within the insurance estimate.”
Mitch's Auto Service
“He and his team are absolute saints, saviours and angels 🧡 best kept secret of Pasadena.”
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Fremont and Purdon
“They still made the whole process smooth and stress-free, and worked with my warranty company to get the repair handled the right way.”
Independent German Car Services
“Great shop to take your Mercedes-Benz BMW The best in the area I refer a lot of clients and friends to David family owned.”
Listed for drivers in and around Pasadena, CA, these 20 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: Pasadena, CA
All 20 mechanics we list here are in Pasadena itself. We have 21 mechanics in Pasadena on file; this page shows the highest-rated 20. The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.2 to 4.9 across 2,471 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 16 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "price", "fair" and "honest". 9 are open on Saturdays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 98 years. 1 offers financing; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 10 of the mechanics on this page; 6 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page; 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 17 of the 20 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.
Del Mar Auto & Radiator Service
“I'll definitely be coming back for future maintenance and highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable service.”
Vince's Auto Service
“Very friendly & helpful staff, got lots of good info on the car.”
Walnut Smog & Auto Repair
“Your prices are always reasonable, and your service is quick, reliable, and professional.”
Advance Muffler & Auto
“Service is great, the techs are knowledgeable and friendly, cost for repairs are quite reasonable.”
Spence & Frye GM Specialist
“I come here a long ways to get his service I've never regretted it.”
Independent Volvo Service
“Independent Volvo has been my mechanic for over a decade and they are the BEST in the business.”
J&G Auto
“As a woman I'm always scared of getting upcharged with a new mechanic, but I didn't experience that with Jack.”
Complete Auto Repair Specialist
“Been coming here for years great service”
Foothill Transmission Services
“I appreciate all the effort you put into fixing my problems thumbs up all the way”
Goodwill Auto Repair
“The owner are straightforward and give a very good service.”
PAT Transmission
“David has been fixing my cars for years and I trust no one else.”
Premium Mechanics
“Gary and his wife were awesome!”
ARC
“Had a quick fix I needed that 3 other shops refused to do without replacing the entire part, ARC fixed it in 15 minutes.”
Hi-Tek Automotive Transmission
“Nick and Hi-Tek Automotive Transmission do honest work with fair pricing, I appreciated their accommodating process and frequent updates too.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about mechanics in Pasadena
- “Service here is second to none. They did a same day transmission service for me.” — customer of Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- “Rob and the guys at foothill transmission service have met and exceeded all expectations, I am more than comfortable giving them my endorsement.” — customer of Foothill Transmission Services
- “I had some serious transmission issues come up with my car and they handled everything professionally from start to finish.” — customer of Fremont and Purdon
- “Thank you for fixing my transmission and the mechanics are very nice and explain everything that the car requires.” — customer of Fremont and Purdon
- “Strongly recommend this business and I have the full trust of the mechanics and owner.” — customer of Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.
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