Welcome to Garcia's Auto Repair
Premium Automotive Service in La Mesa, CA
If you’re looking for auto repair in La Mesa, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Garcia's Auto Repair we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a La Mesa car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in La Mesa, we are totally confident that Garcia's Auto Repair is the best option in town!
Garcia's Auto Repair
8230 Commercial St
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 521-0689
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-2pm
Sunday: Closed
Garcia's Auto Repair
8230 Commercial St
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 521-0689
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-2pm
Sunday: Closed
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Why Choose Garcia's Auto Repair
For years Garcia's Auto Repair has been there for the people of La Mesa. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair La Mesa has to offer.
Garcia's Auto Repair was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Garcia's Auto Repair the best car service in La Mesa!
- 24 Month/24,000 Mile Warranty
- Lifetime Warranty on Brake Pads & Shoes
- Free OBD2 Sensor Inspection
- ASE-Certified Automotive Technicians
- Serving La Mesa, CA
The Absolute Best Car Service in La Mesa, CA
What sets Garcia's Auto Repair apart from all of the others in La Mesa, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in La Mesa, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Garcia's Auto Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the La Mesa auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in La Mesa, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2022 Lexus RX 350
Mileage39,073Service Date10/30/2025Services Performed- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 4 QTS Synthetic Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
GARCIA D. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/30/2025 -
2011 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage147,698Service Date10/20/2025Services Performed- INTAKE MANIFOLD – Remove & Install – Base,In-Line4,RWD
VILLANUEVA B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/23/2025 -
2017 Hyundai Sonata
Mileage156,664Service Date9/12/2025Services Performed- INSTALL SCANNER TOOL WE FOUND EVAP SYSTEM LEAK CODE , INSTALL EVAP TEST TOOL WE FOUND THE PURGE VALVE SEAL DAMAGE , AND VAPOR CANISTER VALVE DAMAGE , WE REQUIRE REPLACE THE EVAP COMPONENTS TO CONTINUE WITH DIAGNOSTIC.
- BRAKE SHOES &/OR PADS – Remove & Replace – Front,Both Sides – [Includes: Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Adjust Brakes (where applicable). Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
- BRAKE SHOES &/OR PADS – Remove & Replace – Rear,Both Sides – [Includes: Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Adjust Brakes (where applicable). Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 4 QTS Synthetic Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- HEADLAMP BULB – Remove & Replace – Both – [DOES NOT include adjustment.]
- CANISTER PURGE VALVE – Remove & Replace
- PURGE SOLENOID – Remove & Replace
This vehicle's owner gave our service a 5 star review on 9/12/2025 -
2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
Mileage128,124Service Date9/11/2025Services Performed- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Front,Both – [DOES NOT include alignment.]
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Rear,Both,w/Air Suspension – [DOES NOT include alignment.]
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 4 QTS Synthetic Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- AIR CLEANER ELEMENT – Remove & Replace – Gas
- TIRE ROTATION
- ALIGNMENT SERVICE
This vehicle's owner gave our service a 5 star review on 9/11/2025 -
2004 Honda CR-V
Mileage169,005Service Date9/3/2025Services Performed- PERFORMANCE TEST , INSTALL A/C TOOL TEST WE NOT FOUND PRESSURE IN LOW SIDE AND HIGH SIDE . WITH A/C TOOL TEST TOOL WE DO VACUUM TEST AND PRESSURE TEST , WE FOUND THE A/C COMPRESSOR HAS LEAK , THE A/C COMPRESSOR HAS INTERNAL DAMAGE . WE REQUIRE REPLACE THE A/C COMPRESSOR ,CONDENSOR AND FLUSH ALL SYSTEM FOR METAL CONTAMINATION . CUSTOMER DECLAIM TO CONTINUE WITH REPAIR AT THIS TIME.
RUBIO N. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/4/2025 -
2019 Volkswagen Jetta
Mileage88,566Service Date8/20/2025Services Performed- WE FOUND THE BRAKE PADS MAKE NOISE , WE REQUIRE REPLACE THE BRAKE PADS AND ROTOR TO CONTINUE WITH INSPECTION
- WINDOW WASHER RESERVOIR – Remove & Replace – [Includes: R&I Bumper Cover. DOES NOT include adjustment or calibration of any ADAS or camera systems.]
- INSTALL ADAS SCANNER TOOL WE FOUND NO COMMUNICATION WITH REAR SENSOR , REMOVE THE REAR LEFT MODULE ,OTHER SHOP INSTALL USED MODULE , WE REQUIRE INSTALL A NEW MODULE AND PROGRAMMER .
This vehicle's owner gave our service a 5 star review on 8/20/2025 -
2016 Fiat 500X
Mileage103,503Service Date8/6/2025Services Performed- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 4 QTS Synthetic Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
RAFAELA S. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/12/2025 -
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan
Mileage43,416Service Date8/12/2025Services Performed- WE FOUND A LEAK IN THE OIL PAN DUE TO THE OIL PAN BEING DAMAGED (OIL PAN IS BROKEN), WE FOUND THE OIL SEPARATOR HAS AN INTERNAL DAMAGE AND IT IS CAUSING MORE VACUUM THAN WHAT IS UNDER THE SPECIFICATIONS
- STEAM CLEANER
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 4 QTS Synthetic Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- OIL PAN &/OR GASKET – Remove & Replace – Lower
- TIMING COVER &/OR GASKET – Remove & Replace – Upper
- OIL SEPARATOR – Remove & Replace
This vehicle's owner gave our service a 5 star review on 8/12/2025 -
2005 BMW 530i
Mileage238,418Service Date7/23/2025Services Performed- ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Test.]
- Diagnose air conditioning system
- REMOVE AND INSTALL WATER PROTECTOR
MOORE D. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/29/2025 -
2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
Mileage114,761Service Date7/18/2025Services Performed- BRAKE PADS – Remove & Replace – Front or Rear – [Includes: Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Adjust Brakes (where applicable). Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
This vehicle's owner gave our service a 5 star review on 7/18/2025 -
2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
Mileage245,815Service Date6/20/2025Services Performed- ENGINE OIL COOLER – Remove & Replace – V6 – [Includes: R&I Intake Manifold Gaskets.] – [DOES NOT include flush systems.]
- OIL FILTER HOUSING &/OR GASKET – Remove & Replace – V6
- SEAT BELT BUCKLE – Remove & Replace – Front,Right or Left – [Includes: R&I Seat.]
- BUMPER TO BUMPER
- FUEL FILTER – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Bleed System on Diesel Engines.]
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 4 QTS Standard Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
LEE K. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/20/2025 -
2022 Kia Seltos
Mileage46,212Service Date5/27/2025Services Performed- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 4 QTS Synthetic Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- AIR CLEANER ELEMENT – Remove & Replace
AFW M. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/4/2025
