My car overheated and had to be towed two weeks ago, so I turned to Yelp to find a good mechanic in the area. Jindal-Andre Automotive Services had consistently high ratings and good feedback, so I decided to give them a try. I am happy to say that this place definitely lived up to the positive reviews! Phil did the diagnostic on my car and explained everything very clearly. He told me that in order to determine where the coolant was leaking from, he placed a dye in the coolant, and if I brought the car back after 2 weeks of driving around, they could see where the dye had moved through the engine. I appreciate that Phil was honest, and told me that he couldn't initially find where the leak was - rather than telling me to replace the spark plugs or have some other costly repair when the diagnostic wasn't conclusive. The price for this diagnostic was very reasonable - definitely less than what I would have paid at the Nissan dealership. We brought the car back a week and a half later, as I had to drive to NJ for the weekend, and wanted to make sure the car would make the trip. Once again, we had great service from everyone at Jindal-Andre. Sanjay, the manager, showed us how to top off the coolant, just in case I needed to add more after the long drive. After my fiancé dropped off my car, he began to call an uber, but Sanjay insisted that someone from the shop drop him off at our apartment instead, which was so nice. The thing that really blew me away was that later that night, Sanjay actually called me to ask if I made it to NJ safely, and if the car was driving well. You can't beat that level of customer service. From start to finish, I had a great experience at Jindal-Andre Automotive Services. They were thorough in working on my car, the prices were very fair, and their customer service was excellent. I encourage anyone thinking about bringing their car here to definitely do so! read more

I had an incredibly frustrating experience with Victory Toyota, where my 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross sat for over 2 months without being properly diagnosed or repaired. Despite charging me, they failed to fix the issue. The main problem was DTC code C11782A - Multi-Axis Acceleration Sensor Stuck in Range, which they couldn't calibrate correctly. The car also had several communication errors and issues with the front recognition camera, steering angle sensor, and ADAS system. Due to this unresolved issue, I lost my job as I couldn't commute, and the insurance company took away the rental vehicle. I had no choice but to seek help elsewhere--even if that meant traveling over 5 hours from West Virginia. That's when I found Jindal Andre Automotive Services in Washington, D.C. Let me tell you--they went above and beyond. Their team quickly diagnosed the vehicle and provided a complete breakdown of the problem. They successfully: * Programmed and calibrated the ADAS system * Calibrated the front recognition camera * Performed steering angle sensor calibration * Fixed the alignment * Resolved DTC C11782A and all communication errors (U-codes) * Delivered the fully repaired vehicle in just 3 days I finally got my car back in safe, drivable condition after months of stress. The difference between the dealership and this shop was night and day. Jindal Andre Automotive Services didn't just repair my car--they restored my peace of mind. If your vehicle has complex calibration issues or ADAS faults that dealerships can't figure out, this is the shop to trust. Thank you to the team at Jindal Andre for your honesty, professionalism, and top-tier skills. read more

I was told that my car will be ready within an hour and a half. I called at that time and they had not yet put oil in the car. I had to leave 30 minutes later for a time sensitive meeting and they kept me on the phone to pressure me and really scare me about my car's tires. Upon my arrival at the shop to get my car, the gentleman who had worked on it said everything looked good, which was completely contrary to what the customer service person I had talked to on the phone had said. Seeing that he was caught in a lie, the customer service person got very verbally rude to the gentleman who fixed my car and emphasized to me that my car needs more fixing, despite my repeated request that I need to leave to get to a time sensitive meeting. Right before leaving, he really pressured me to fix more things for the last time and truly made me fearful of driving for the sake of his profits. I will never return to Jindal-Andre and hope that they learn to put people's safety and peace of mind at the forefront of their work. The work that they did on my car (oil change) was satisfactory and is the only reason why I am even considering this 3-star. Otherwise, they would have received a 1-star from me. read more

I can not recommend an auto shop more. Sanjay has a great team, and they work hard into the late evening and weekends to get things done right! I have used them on multiple occasions including the resolution of an airbag sensor that every other shop said could ONLY be done by a dealer's shop. Sanjay had the very expensive diagnostic machine required to fix it, and told me up front they have never done this repair before. However, they worked on it and got everything fixed perfectly. They are even learning how to repair/replace individual battery/cells in an electric and hybrid engine. Which saves their customers the cost of replacing the entire thing. This is the type of customer care and service you can expect from them. The shop can handle anything a dealership can do. Domestic, Foreign, and High Performance. Complete engine repair, tires, regular maintenance like oil changes and other fluid exchanges including brake fluid, window/glass repair, autobody repair and painting services, taxi cab meters, and so much more. Before you take the time to schedule a dealer appointment, and spend twice as much bring it here and get amazing service while saving time and money. read more

I have been coming to this shop for over 3 yrs now. The first time i came their i needed my AC fixed and they did a great job and only paid about half of what the other shops were charging. As a single mother and a full time student that is a blessing. In the past, i have felt cheated in other shops because they prey on my lack of knowledge about cars. But not this shop, they have help me every step of the way and even changed the whole engine in my car for a very low cost but they use the best car parts in the market. I now consider them family, every know me and my daughter and they are always kind and patient with me. Without Sanjay and his team i don't think i would still have my car today. They have helped me pass every state inspection and always stay late to make sure i drive my car home. They are very honest and very reliable. When they work on your car, trust me you will notice the difference and they don't over charge at all. They are very busy so some time i take my books with me to pass the time. But that is expected because they are the best in town and people come from all all over DMV to fix their cars there. May God continue to bless and expand their business. read more

I recently visited Jindal Andre for the first time, as my car was completely dead and stuck in the parking garage at my residence. I was very overwhelmed with the thought of paying to have it towed in addition to having it serviced. I spoke with Sanjay and he offered to send someone out to jump my car with the proper equipment based on my specific vehicle. The staff was able to jump my car and follow me to the shop and insure I arrived safely. A HUGE help. Once my car was serviced, it was determined that I needed a new battery, and through a conversation with a dealership I had previously visited, I needed to get it back to a brand-specific dealership for my battery to be covered by a warranty. Sanjay drove my car to the dealership to ensure it arrived safely and without incident despite the weak battery. As someone who was very overwhelmed about my vehicle issue, I would highly recommend Jindal Andre. Sanjay and the staff was very responsive and eager to strategize ways to make my experience as easy as possible. Sincerely the best automotive experience I've ever had! read more

This is the one and only place I trust with my VW Beetle. I've taken my car to other auto mechanics only to be disappointed to find that many don't know how to even replace a headlight on my car as I've been told before it's difficult because of the car's design. I've been taking my car to Jindal-Andre Automotive Services for a few years now and I have not been disappointed. Every visit they have explained to me detail the services I've received. From replacing my brakes pads & rotors and my car battery to replacing my headlight. Their prices seem reasonable and significantly lower than dealership maintenance costs. I'm really hard on my car but thanks to the mechanics here my car runs smoothly even though I don't keep up the maintenance as much as I should. Anytime I have a problem, I know I can take it to there and they'll tell me what's wrong and a plan to fix it. Through the years I've had many trust issues with mechanics but I trust Jindal-Andre highly and recommend them. read more

I settled upon Jindal-Andre as my oil change/tune up spot last year as they were the best priced. This month I took a chance on some much needed body work. Jindal-Andre exceeded my expectations of an automotive service company. After receiving their quote, I shopped around for other quotes - some of the others were more than TWICE what Jindal-Andre quoted for the exact same work! When I dropped off my car for the work, I asked if they could have it ready a day earlier than quoted, to which they agreed. I left anticipating all sorts of shenanigans based on reviews of other places. Much to my delight: my car was repaired perfectly as requested; there were NO surprise fees - I paid EXACTLY what I was quoted; my car was ready ON TIME (the day early that I requested); nothing inside of my car was disturbed nor rifled through nor was my car dirty. I most certainly will be trusting Jindal-Andre with future auto work! Check them out! read more

If you are looking for a place to take your car were mechanics are professionals, honest, work as a team, and treat each customer with the utmost respect , then Gindal -Andre Automotive Services in DC is the place to go. This is a fantastic place! As I was driving, my car stopped of the sudden and I had to have it towed to them. Turned out I had an electrical and a mechanical problem with the car. These guys worked professionally, patiently and diligently to locate the problem and supplied me with the best deals in parts. Most importantly, they kept me informed about the progress of their work, they were very clear about the service they provided, and their prices are fair and reasonable. I am very satisfied with the quality of services I have received and the work they did in my car. I will never take my car anywhere else. **Abdalla** read more

When you know little about cars like I do, the most important thing is a shop with advice you trust. I made an appointment for 2 services (wheel alignment and brake flush) at Jindal-Andre after getting my oil changed at a dealership which said i should schedule additional work. The dealer seemed pricey and the car only had about 30,000 miles so I was skeptical of their advice and brought it to Jindal-Andre. I dropped off the car to get both done, but they called me soon after taking a look to let me know the car was in great condition and both of the services the dealer was recommending were completely unnecessary based on the performance of the car and its maintenance schedule. They didn't charge me a dime. You can bet I'll be heading to Jindal-Andre next time my car needs service. read more

They provided amazing service. I had a dent in my rear bumper so needed to get it fixed and repainted. We brought the car in just before closing on Friday night so they would have it first thing Saturday morning. It needed to all be done in one day because it was very important that we were able to use the car for work on Monday. They were great enough to move our car to the front of the line and got everything done (dent repaired, car primed, and repainted the damaged area). It looked brand new and they even stayed open a little later that day to ensure everything was finished and I could pick it up since they would be closed on Sunday. The price was reasonable and was not higher than what they estimated. I would definitely suggest them to anyone. read more

The best!!! This is where HONEST mechanics work! The service, workmanship, and business is superior, pleasant, and informed. The prices are Very-very fair! Technicians phone you to let you know their findings and keep you informed of every step to get your car back to its optimal performance. The techs tell you what repairs are needed. And inform you of "What you thought was wrong...", is something not needed. I cannot emphasize enough how honest, fair, and courteous this business is! Again, the prices are so reasonable. The technicians are respectful and take time to explain their work to you and answer your questions. This business-Jindal-Andre Automotive Services employs the last honest mechanics left on planet earth! read more

Found this place through the Openbay site. Wasn't immediately sure I was at the right place because it looked like it was a taxi cab shop, but it was the right place. Openbay sent out a list of the 30K mile maintenance for my car and the Jindal-Andre quote and location were a good fit for my schedule that day. The service took a little longer than expected, but it seemed more like they just got backed up that morning. My final price was lower than the quote they submitted to Openbay, which was nice. It appears that they didn't think some of the inspections were necessary and that they were able to perform the work faster that they had estimated on the quote. All in all I had a great experience and will be returning. read more

My Prius broke down the other day and I had no clue why, luckily I was able to jump it and bring it to Jindal and Andre's. I often hate going to the mechanic and I've lived in DC for a while so I've mainly been jumping from place to place when in need of services. J&A's experience was much different from the others. I was kindly greeted and I did not wait long for them to inspect the car even though they were about to close. Andre immediately found all of the issues with my car and it was mainly a battery replacement. I expected to pay a lot of money to have it replaced but to my surprise it was less than expected including labor. I am glad to say I have finally found my mechanic in DC I can trust! read more

Jindal Automotive was excellent. My Prius appeared to be malfunctioning and we were about to drop $200 for a diagnostic and then likely $800 for a new battery at the dealership. On a whim (and based on how genuinely concerned Mr. Andre seemed over the phone when we described the problem), we stopped at Jindal before continuing on to the dealership. They ran a quick diagnostic and determined that the only problem was a cluster display issue that did not pose a a danger and would eventually self correct. They then refused to accept any payment at all, saving us $200! The staff were courteous, professional, efficient, and attentive. We know where we'll be going next time our Prius acts up. read more

The dealer misdiagnosed the cause of my car's transmission leak They said the car needed a new part that would cost over $200 for a total cost exceeding $1400 (with labor and other parts). I ended up taking the car out of the dealer and bringing it to Jindal because my local mechanic, whom I trust, told me that the leak was coming from a loose transmission filter. Jindal confirmed this was the case and fixed the car for less than half the price. The mechanics at Jindal were very thorough and the transmission is working fine. So far so good. The place isn't fancy, but what is more important for me is that they successfully repaired my car for a fair price. I definitely recommend them. read more

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Sanjay Jindal's Jindal Andre Automotive Services, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I arrived, the team displayed professionalism, efficiency, and genuine care. Sanjay himself was attentive and honest, clearly explaining the issues and offering practical solutions without pushing unnecessary services. The turnaround time was quick, and my vehicle now runs smoother than ever. It's rare to find such integrity and attention to detail in the auto service industry. I wholeheartedly recommend Sanjay's for anyone seeking quality, trust, and excellent customer care. Truly a five-star experience from start to finish read more

I went to these guys when my car (Fiat 500) needed a new clutch. The dealership bailed on an appointment right before I was set to drive across country and I needed my clutch put in fast. I brought in my parts, and the guys worked with me to figure it out. The dealership would not sell an important part (alignment tool), but the Jindal guys worked it out. It turned out that a manufacturing defect led to the clutch prematurely wearing out. The manufacturer doesn't cover out-of-dealership warranty claims, but Jindal wrote me a signed letter detailing what they found wrong (loose flywheel bolt) so I can at least try to get the manufacturer involved. A+++ service. read more

Idk where to start. Sanjay was awesome! I'm a single woman who knows absolutely nothing about cars. So it's hard to trust a mechanic because of this myth that male mechanics won't be truthful to you about your car issues and will take advantage of your pockets. I trusted sanjay because of his transparency, honesty, integrity and willingness to at least teach and explain to me why he suggested the work that needed to be done. It only took 24 hours to pick my car up and he would call me and explain to me what exactly he was doing and why it needed to be done. Would highly suggest this shop. The customer service was exceptional and my car is better than ever. read more