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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Jackson, CA

MechanicRank lists 12 auto repair businesses in Jackson, CA. 5 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is Ken's Auto Repair & Transmission Service, at 5.0 stars from 25 reviews. Every listing shows the phone number, hours and reviews. Or send one free quote request and a local mechanic calls you back.

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Auto Repair Shops 5 Trailer & RV Repair 1 Body & Collision 1 Tire Shops 2 Transmission 1 Smog & Emissions 1 Specialty Services 1

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Jackson

12 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Jackson

Independent shops in California usually charge $120 to $175 an hour for labor, which is above the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At California rates, a coolant flush runs about $110 to $255 and an alternator replacement runs about $300 to $890 for a midsize car.

Of the 11 Jackson listings that post their hours, 2 open on Saturday. 3 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

11 businesses in Jackson have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 8 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 25 or more reviews. A shop with a long history and a 4.6 is a safer call than a perfect 5.0 from a handful of people.

For work a general shop may turn away, Jackson has 1 transmission shop, 1 body and collision shop, 2 tire shops, 1 smog and emissions station and 1 RV and trailer shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Gas, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles from 1976 and newer, and diesel vehicles from 1998 and newer, need a smog check every two years when the DMV renewal notice asks for one. Gas and hybrid vehicles 8 model years old or newer pay a smog abatement fee instead, and electric vehicles are exempt. A smog check is also needed when most vehicles are sold and when a vehicle from another state is first registered in California. Details are on the California Bureau of Automotive Repair site. Auto shops must be registered with the Bureau of Automotive Repair, must give an estimate, and cannot start work until the customer approves it. Customers can get replaced parts back if they ask before approving the repairs, and the shop must give a final itemized invoice. Read the rule.

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Jackson

Buying a used car in Jackson? PPI Auto, our sister company, sends an inspector to the car for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. That is a 122 point check with a full scan and a road test, and the report comes back the same day. Dealer lot, private seller or auction, it works the same.

Parts of California require an emissions test. Ask the seller for the last test report, and if the check engine light is on, walk away until someone has read the code.

Book a $225 Inspection Call 951-267-8500

Questions About Auto Repair in Jackson

How many auto repair businesses are there in Jackson?

We list 12 in Jackson, CA. That covers mobile mechanics, workshops, diesel and heavy duty specialists, body shops and tire shops. Every one has its own page with the phone number, what they work on and the reviews we have found.

Who is the best rated mechanic in Jackson?

Ken's Auto Repair & Transmission Service currently holds the highest rating in Jackson at 5.0 stars from 25 reviews. Ken's Auto Repair & Transmission Service, Tressler's Tire & Performance, Lynch's Automotive are the top three by rating among businesses with a real review history behind them. We rank on the ratings themselves and nobody can pay to appear there.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Jackson?

Independent shops in California usually bill $120 to $175 an hour for labor. The national range is $95 to $140. Dealers charge more. Most quotes are the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts, so ask the shop how many hours it is billing you for.

Does California require a car inspection?

Gas, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles from 1976 and newer, and diesel vehicles from 1998 and newer, need a smog check every two years when the DMV renewal notice asks for one. Gas and hybrid vehicles 8 model years old or newer pay a smog abatement fee instead, and electric vehicles are exempt. A smog check is also needed when most vehicles are sold and when a vehicle from another state is first registered in California.

How do I know a shop in Jackson is trustworthy?

Look at the review count as well as the stars, because five stars from four people tells you very little. None of the 12 listings in Jackson has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Auto shops must be registered with the Bureau of Automotive Repair, must give an estimate, and cannot start work until the customer approves it. Customers can get replaced parts back if they ask before approving the repairs, and the shop must give a final itemized invoice. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Jackson?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Jackson for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. The inspector comes to the car, runs a 122 point check and sends the report the same day. Call 951-267-8500 to book.

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What Car Repairs Cost in Jackson, CA

Typical independent shop prices at California labor rates, parts and labor, for a midsize car. Each guide shows the price for your vehicle and what to ask before you pay. See all 91 repair cost guides.

U-joint replacement cost $175 to $560Sway bar link replacement cost $125 to $360Windshield wiper motor replacement cost $165 to $575Engine mount replacement cost $215 to $930AC compressor replacement cost $650 to $1,500Radiator fan replacement cost $240 to $890
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