This place is awesome. In and out in 10 minutes. My kids were with me and we had a fine time…read morewaiting in the waiting room. Service is always with a smile and I appreciate that the technician leaves the car out front to zoom out when you are done. Easy breezy.

Went in for a smog check and it went well. Cost a little more than other places but much more.read more

Amazing service as always. Gilbert is awesome and I can see why he gets so many stellar reviews. My…read moreSon took me to the Dallas Street, La Mesa location in 2024 as I was unable to drive after a surgery. I went there in 2012 also when I briefly moved back to California and needed a Smog Test. I was redirected this year, 2026 to the Santee location. I will return again in 2028.

I just want to thank the guys at Dekra Smog Test Center for making the process so quick and easy. I…read moretook my car in and was out of there within 10 minutes. They were friendly and professional and their new location in Santee made it really convenient. I will definitely be a returning customer.

This automotive repair facility is honestly, in my opinion, the very best auto repair facility in…read moreSan Diego County. Let me explain.. Back in April, when I serviced my 2012 Ford Fusion for a synthetic blend oil change at El Cajon Ford, I was told I needed front and back brakes. I was quoted $600.00 for the front brakes and the.same amount for the back brakes. This amount to me seemed extraordinarily High. I discussed this with an old college buddy and he recommended AAA Smog & Repair Center on El Cajon Boulevard. I had utilized this facility in early May to smog my Ford Fusion. The smog check took a total of 5 minutes to complete and of course my car passed with flying colors. Incidentally, the technician at El Cajon Ford had told me to make sure I get both brakes front and back done in May, as I risked the possiblity of damaging the rotors. Needless to say, I wasn't happy about this as shelling out $1,200 for brakes just isn't in my budget right now. I took my vehicle in for brake servicing at AAA Smog & Repair Center on Friday, June 12th, 2026. Mike, who runs the facility quoted me $375.00 maximum for front brake disc replacement. The work was done in about 2 and 1/2 hours, and the total with tax came out to $394.00. Mike inspected my back brakes and told me there is no way that the back brakes need to be replaced right now. As a matter of fact, he told me the back brakes have at least a year's worth of life left in them. And he explained, as we all know, that the front brakes handled about 80% of braking requirements. I left this facility having paid out a total of $394.00 as stated above.Wow!! On a one to five star rating, if I could give this auto repair facility 10 stars I certainly would. Mike and his wonderful crew got the job done in just a couple of hours and didn't try to break the bank. And unlike other facilities (like El Cajon Ford) he doesn't recommend work that doesn't need to be done. Mike is the most honest service technician/manager I have ever met. This is the kind of auto repair facility one finds in small sleepy towns, located far away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. For example, windshield wiper replacement at this facility runs $11.99 per blade in contrast to Discount Tire, who is selling their wiper replacement blades for around $35.00.. Auto Zone comes in at a few dollars less and El Cajon Ford is off the charts for even a simple replacement part such as windshield wiper replacement blades. This price of this one part serves as a metaphor regarding the fact that this facility cares about us customers in charging the fairest priced for parts and labor possible. They truly care about the customer. This auto repair facility has earned my very highest recommendation. As referenced above, they are not out to break the bank And as a matter of fact, Mike and the crew are trying to save the consumer as much money as is humanly possible in this day and age. Additionally, this facility offers DMV registration renewal, allowing the consumer to skip the long lines at the DMV. They also offer body work and basically anything can be done under the hood.The one thing they don't specialize in is oil changes, though the facility will in fact order the oil and filter required if an oil change is absolutely necessary when other work is being done. Let's face it, all companies are in business to make a profit, of course. The problem, with so many companies out there, is that they gouge the customer, to make a huge profit and are charging prices that are probably 500 to 1000 percent above what should be reasonably and morally charged for parts and services way above what most consumers can actually afford. This company is different. They are charging an extremely fair price thereby saving consumers a ton of money that those other huge companies love to just swallow up with their overinflated high end prices. My warmest thanks and "hats off" to Mike and his gallant crew!! I'll be back at this shop for electrical work in August or September. I wholeheartedly recommend everybody out there consider utilizing this auto repair facility before shelling out those big bucks at those other well known large facilities. Thanks again!!

The Service is very close to where I live, which is convenient because I brought the wrong vehicle…read moreand was able to switch it out. The staff very patient and very polite.

What a find! Alan was friendly, professional and efficient! First time there, telling my friends…read moreand family about this gem. Burt

Highly recommend El Cajon City Smog. I walked in & within 5 minutes my information was taken. My…read morecar was taken & the smog test performed. I was very thankful for such a smooth process because I wasn't looking forward to this. Alan gave me a discount for it being my first visit. Good value

No other place I would take my vehicle to, been coming here for years honest work and individual.read more

Came here for my semi annual smog check for the lovely state of CA,, service here was quick and…read morefast. Wouldn't go anywhere else.

Was very nice to have an enclosed seating area. The technician was friendly and professional! I…read morewill recommend this smog shop do to great service and clean waiting area. The is close to SDSU and Rolando very convenient to find plenty of safe parking. A gas station next door for a snack and beverage. Was in and out in 15 minutes you call or text to ask about availability and reserve a test time. Don't blink it's on the north side of the road!! They accept cards for payment! Service is remembered long after the payment. If I can recommend some smog flags banners out front curb side. You re a hidden gem!! Love to keep you around.

Great customer service. Easy to work with. Would definitely recommend. Open almost every day.read more

This shop is great and the service from their smog tech Nado is just terrific. My car is 35 years…read moreold with 450K miles on it. Needless to say, the California smog test presents a real challenge. It took multiple attempts and several hours of work before I was able to pass. Nado was incredibly patient and re-tested the car at no charge, just like he promised. Looking forward to visiting again!

Went last week for a smoke check, and it was easy fast, and only about $55! Would definitely…read morerecommend to anyone needing a smog check!

You guys rock!…read more These people know what they're doing. Always as a walk in, they get it done and boom, on your way you go. They have caught things here and there that the cars need and fair pricing. Oil change is usually the go to but will be going for other car needs.

1 Star UPDATE. Total administrative dishonesty and a major safety violation. I brought my vehicle…read morehere explicitly requesting an oil change and fluid check first and foremost. They disregarded my direct instruction, executed a questionable electrical bypass instead, and hit me with a hidden premium that was significantly higher than the estimate they quoted.Worse yet, they handed my car back to me with a bone-dry oil pan. The car began dangerously stalling mid-turn on the highway with my son inside. I had to take it to a different transparent facility, who pulled the dipstick and confirmed the oil was never changed--it was completely black sludge. They gambled with my family's safety and cheated me out of paid services. Their decision could've cost us our lives, and it definitely cost them a customer. Avoid this location at all costs.

Took 3 cars here and they were Smogged quickly and safely. I will absolutely return here again in…read morethe future. Thank you!

Some lazy sounding older man answered my call, assuming it's the owner. I asked for a smog price…read morecheck. after i told him i had a 1989 bmw, he said and i quote "oh god i dont even want to do that" then said "uh it would be 175$." Ive never had others complain about my car or price me that high. taking my business elsewhere.

Experience was great, and was quick to respond to my yelp request, highly recommend. Has a nice…read morewaiting room as well.

Service: Fast and friendly service! He said 15 minutes or less for a smog check k and was not…read morekidding. I'm grateful for his business hours. I was able to stop by after work. Pricing: I was quoted one price and sure enough, that's the price I was charged. No surprise charges or fees! Location: the driveway wasn't as tight/difficult to maneuver as I expected. I parked and he took care of the rest :) I appreciated that he parked it in a way that was easy for me to drive off.