Argonaut Garage
“Very communicative, well priced and considerate.”
Best Transmission Repair Shops in San Francisco, CA
14 mechanics listed · 4 in San Francisco · 3 open weekends · all 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Nate's Green Garage
“He's also quick with repairs and flexible with scheduling; this isn't to say that he's absolutely accommodating; he already has quite a loyal following so getting in at the last minute can be difficult.”
International Sport Motors
“Few shops know how to service an Alfa Romeo and the good folks at ISM definitely do!”
Ackerman's Servicing Volvo & Subaru
“Bruce is efficient with the paperwork, clearly explains work to be done, and patiently answers questions.”
Berkeley Minicar
“I don't feel that I am being gouged with unnecessary repairs that are not needed.”
Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“Shannon made sure I left well informed and was more than happy to help me with any question.”
Listed for drivers in and around San Francisco, CA, these 14 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: San Francisco, CA
Of the 14 mechanics we list here, 4 are in San Francisco itself and 10 come from Berkeley (6, 12 mi), South San Francisco (2, 7 mi) and San Rafael (2, 17 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.5 to 4.9 across 3,243 reviews; all 14 have 50 or more reviews. 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 13 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 63 years. 1 offers financing; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 14 of the mechanics on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 2 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 13 of the 14 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.
Auto City Repair
“We have had two BMW's serviced by Jaime and his great crew for the past 20 years or so and never been disappointed at the quality and promptness of their work.”
Noe Valley Auto Works
“Issues are always clearly explained, described in terms of importance, reasonably priced, with service on time and up to expectations.”
British Car Repair
“They always go the extra mile, treat me with respect, and deliver great service at a fair price.”
Berkeley Auto Service
“They helped me in 1 day diagnose why my car failed to start and replaced the necessary parts the same day!”
John's Automotive
“We bring all of our cars here for regular maintenance and are very happy with the service and price.”
Autometrics
“They always give you a good assessment of what's needed, as well as advice on what has to be done, and what you could hold off doing.”
Precision Auto Repair
“Brought my car in for some basic maintenance after easily setting up an appointment that worked for me.”
Royal Auto Body & Repair Center
“The oil change service was really quick and they provide a quality service by offering water to drink and a cozy place to sit and wait.”
Why these companies made our list
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