Best Transmission Repair Shops near Poway, CA

We have 4 mechanics in Poway on file. Only the highest-rated make our list: 3 of them made it, along with 12 from towns including San Diego (5, 12 mi), Escondido (3, 11 mi) and Santee (2, 9 mi).

3 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Poway Transmissions

Poway Transmissions

4.8 80 reviews
“They've serviced my truck and, when the tranny started to go in our Civic, they quoted me a fair and reasonable price and had our car turned around back on the road in a matter of 2 days.”
2-yr warrantyFree estimatesSame-day serviceSe habla españolSince 1981Family-owned
13933 Poway Rd #A
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Poway Auto Repair

Poway Auto Repair

4.8 81 reviews
“I've brought my 350z to Poway Auto Repair a few times and every time I'm met with fast, friendly service at an honest price.”
24-mo/24k-mi warrantyASE-certified techsFinancing availableSince 1974Family-ownedSe habla español
13907 Poway Rd
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Precision Automotive

Precision Automotive

4.9 116 reviews
“August was very clear and upfront about all the potential needs for my car.”
Coupons & offers36-mo/36k-mi warrantyASE-certified techsSince 2004
13867 Poway Rd
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Miramar Automotive & Transmission

Miramar Automotive & Transmission

4.8 128 reviews
“We bring all of our cars here for general maintenance as well as specialized work, MA&T always goes the extra mile to ensure their work meets your expectations and beyond!”
Coupons & offersASE-certified techsAmerican car specialistSince 1987Financing
San Diego, CA · 12 mi from Poway
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Motec Auto Care

Motec Auto Care

4.7 80 reviews
“Honest and upfront with any work that would need to be done.”
ASE-certified techsFleet accountsSince 2018Family-ownedLocally owned
San Diego, CA · 12 mi from Poway
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FTS Auto

FTS Auto

4.8 74 reviews
“They tell you like it is and what needs doing now and what can wait a little bit.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1996Financing
San Diego, CA · 12 mi from Poway
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Listed for drivers in and around Poway, CA, these 15 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: Poway, CA

The 15 mechanics on this page are rated from 4.4 to 4.9 across 2,808 reviews; all 15 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "price", "diagnosis" and "fair". 3 are open on Saturdays. The services the mechanics on this page list most often on their websites are transmission repair (3), transmission services (2), vehicles (2) and wheel alignments (2). 7 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 2000. 6 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 10 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the mechanics on this page; all 15 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 6 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 14 of the 15 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.

Road Star Auto Repair

Road Star Auto Repair

4.6 72 reviews
“Moe and his team especially Mattie are knowledgeable and genuinely dedicated to providing the best quality of service .”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1987Financing
Escondido, CA · 11 mi from Poway
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Certified Car Clinic

Certified Car Clinic

4.8 50 reviews
“Additionally, it's like taking my car to the dealer - that's how good Certified Car Clinic's work is but for less than the cost.”
ASE certifiedSince 2014
Santee, CA · 9 mi from Poway
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Pettey's Auto Service

Pettey's Auto Service

4.8 56 reviews
“We are able to make our older cars last and have learned how many recommended services and charges are unnecessary at the dealership service center.”
Since 1983ASE certifiedFamily-owned
San Diego, CA · 12 mi from Poway
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Army Mechanics Inc.

Army Mechanics Inc.

4.7 72 reviews
“Techs are kind, honest and Patient and overall, shop if very hospitable”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 2009
Escondido, CA · 11 mi from Poway
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Valley Transmission

Valley Transmission

4.5 63 reviews
“Paul's advice steered me in the right direct, and I was able to repair it at no cost.”
$20 off online coupon60-mo/60k-mi warrantyFleet accountsSince 1977BBB A+
El Cajon, CA · 13 mi from Poway
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MJM Engines

MJM Engines

4.4 66 reviews
“He is a trustable great guy plus always helping us so fast with graet value of low and resanable pricing to fix the our car engine and transmission.”
Free estimatesASE-certified techsPick-up & drop-offSince 1990Family-ownedBBB A+
Escondido, CA · 11 mi from Poway
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Transmasters Auto Care

Transmasters Auto Care

4.9 87 reviews
“This was the first time I've ever taken my car to get serviced outside of a dealership.”
Coupons & offersASE-certified techsSince 1989Family-owned
San Diego, CA · 12 mi from Poway
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MIT Drivetrain Specialists

MIT Drivetrain Specialists

4.9 137 reviews
“They fixed the rear pinion seal leak on my Tahoe the same day after tracking down the part locally at the last minute, saving me from having to wait through the weekend for a part shipment from LA.”
Coupons & offersSame-day serviceWalk-ins welcome35+ yearsBBB A+
El Cajon, CA · 13 mi from Poway
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Sharpe Automotive

Sharpe Automotive

4.9 126 reviews
“Each visit was excellent as they provided approximate estimates based on worst case scenario which was great when confirming issues were not as bad as initially identified.”
Diesel serviceFinancing availableBBB A+Since 2020Family-owned
Santee, CA · 9 mi from Poway
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Why these companies made our list

What customers say about mechanics near Poway

  • “The same level of quality work, attention to detail, customer service at a reasonable cost is as present today as it was 4 years ago.” — customer of Precision Automotive
  • “Manny kept me informed and made me feel at ease while my transmission was being repaired.” — customer of Poway Transmissions
  • “Miramar Automotive and Transmission has worked on my Volvo numerous times and I have been extremely satisfied with their work and attention to detail.” — customer of Miramar Automotive & Transmission
  • “Sam was extremely fast, helpful, and professional! I thought I was having trouble with my transmission and Sam immediately checked out my vehicle.” — customer of Transmasters Auto Care
  • “I was really impressed with the work they did on my transmission, and once I got it installed the performance was outstanding.” — customer of MIT Drivetrain Specialists

Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.

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