10 STARS! If you're looking for something more than just a business that will deal with you, but more like a family or friend that takes care of you and will hook you up specially treating you like it's personal, this place is what you want! I had a minor incident that left considerable scratches, markings, and a small dent or two on my 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander (not white). I dropped by just to get an estimate, and even though I didn't make an appointment, Elias was cool & considerate enough to still take me and checked it out. Where one collision repair shop in Fruitvale estimated $1800 (to take the whole panel off and work it), and another in Hayward estimated over $500, Elias hooked me up with the MOST unbelievable subtracting discount! I think & imagine I would only see something reserved to be offered in that degree given to a business owners' personal family or friends! To add to the exceptional, he and his guy offered to take care of me right there and then even though it was the late in the day (and it's not like I didn't see other cars being worked on too). I waited with him in his office, and we were just shooting the breeze. Elias is just the coolest, chillest, most laid back, most personable guy. A guy that's eager to do you a favor, do what he can for you; completely why you can see how I described him/them as an establishment/person that will treat & take care of you like a family or friend. And if you are big dog lover like I am, there's a bonus with his office/business, and I loved hanging out with him and his dog (I think his name was Jake). That dog is just a big teddy bear that just wants your attention and to play with you. In the end, for what he offered to do it for and considering it was just what they were able to fit in late in the day, I would say it got back to 98% there (so much so I even offered to give more $, which he wouldn't take [would only accept this Yelp review and pets to the dog]). To the extent that when I very apprehensively/fearfully showed it to my very scrutinizing-type wife, she accepted it and even took to it without having me take it back and get any more work done (to complete it by the last 2 percent; get it to the full 100%)! This goes to show that this place is as surprisingly impressive and proficient as I was surprised by my very scrutinizing wife's acceptance & approval. Couple notes about this place -- try not to park in the back, they do work there with cars coming in & out (it's not just for temporarily placing cars like I thought haha); just park in front of the garage opening (he prefers it right outside his office to see what has to be done). Also, as mentioned before, it's best to make an appointment even for an estimate. Elias (and Jake[?]) and his guy (I really wish I got his name; because I highly doubt I would've gotten such an awesome outcome if he wasn't willing as well) are the best! I can't imagine finding a cooler, most considerate guy in this. He/They did it with such quality work (look at my other estimates & what it would take) where I'm off the hook with my rather scrutinizing wife, and he/they did me the hugest favor with what he/they offered to do it for (that I imagine like only reserved for family or friends), I'm sure he'd treat & do the same for you or anybody. read more

I had an amazing experience with Reliance in handling my auto accident. They not only gave me a very accurate inspection and estimate but also made sure to help me handle all issues with the inquiry. They truly are amazing people. Working with Elias and his brother along with their team is top tier - definitely recommend going here. read more

Unfortunately, some unscrupulous woman decided to back up into my PARKED car and drive off. My car is less than a year old, a virgin, never even had as much as a rock chip or scratch, was slightly dented. After looking around at different auto body shops, I landed on Reliance. Elias and his brother are top tier -- Both extremely communicative and advocates for the customer. Elias is personable and relatable, easily dispelling the anger and frustration from being in this predicament. He urged me to look out for things that I didn't know to look for. He's worked with numerous car insurance companies and rental agencies and so the entire process was smooth and easy. Apart from the hurdles of dealing with the other person's insurance (nothing related to Reliance), I finally received my car back safe and sound. I'm extremely happy with the results. My car is wrapped with a color PPF that they were able to safely remove, remove the dent, and repaint the bumper. I am looking forward to rewrapping him once the paint curing period is over. Overall, amazing experience. I hope I never have to see them again but if I ever have another incident with my car, I'll know where to go. read more

Reliance Auto Collision & Rental - He is fixed but needs to be rewrapped. - Body Shops Near Me - Hayward, California

I have a 2017 Impala that I had only owned for 2 months when a Tesla sideswiped it and damaged nearly the entire driver side. I chose this location based on reviews. As someone's who has worked as a service writer/advisor, I know how hard it can be to keep up with the flow of incoming work, and keep people informed at the same time. 5 stars in automotive service is extremely hard to maintain. There is a reason this shop has 5 stars. I never once had to call to check the status. Elias called on a very regular basis to keep me informed every step of the way. When I got my car back, it was in better condition than when I bought it. They did excellent work, and I am beyond satisfied. If anything else ever happens to any of our vehicles, this will be our shop. read more

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Amazing Service!!! Fast and reliable. Madood was honest and works with integrity! Will highly recommend!

Actually, Masood fixed my wife's lexuse side-door dents and scratches almosy a year ago. He and the company did a great job. It looks perfect even after one year of repair. I attached a picture now. It still looks like a perfect new car's side door. Massod said: the repair is life guarantee and, now, I believe him after one year of repir. My Tesla face the same issue, side door dents and scratches, that just like my wife's lexus car a year ago. So, I am still looking for Masood to slolve my issue. I post my current Tesla's side door as a prove now. I am looking for a perfect job from Masood agin this time. Charlie read more

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During the first week of January 2026, our car was involved in an accident. The damage was minimal but we had to find a good body shop to fix the car outside of insurance. I found Reliance Auto Collision on Yelp and they had great reviews. I contacted Reliance and they replied to my message within minutes. I sent a few pictures and received an estimate (very reasonable) . We scheduled an appointment on Monday , 1/19/26. I dropped the car off and spoke to Elias. He helped me and welcomed me like family. He said the car would be ready by Friday, 1/23/26. I picked up the car on Thursday after receiving a call from Elias. The car was done perfectly. They even washed the car and cleaned up the tires. I paid the agreed amount. I highly recommend Reliance Auto Collision for all your bodywork through insurance or outside insurance. Ask for Elias. read more

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After having my civic stolen and recovered. Elias and Reliance made the civic brand new again. You can go to other places but as a car guy myself, let me tell you, he will go above and beyond to help get the car right. Been to many body shops in the Bay Area over the years. And Elias and reliance is the best. Exclusively coming back here if ever needed. Can go on and on, but trust this is the go to spot in the bay! For the car guys, no overspray, panel gaps are perfect, etc. Thanks again! Will def come back for any future needs. read more

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Just picked up my Car, they did very good job. Alias is very nice, he will help you from A-Z . Thank you read more

Yes...This is the place you will end up taking your car... or you will wish you had taken it here. Everybody else here has shared the details of their accident, and I'm not going to do that, but what I will say is that this was one of the most difficult repairs possible on a 23 year old classic car and Masood and Eli and their team really came through. I got a lot of other estimates from a lot of other places, and Reliance was the most thorough; they addressed issues that other repair shops glossed over. Their knowledge of their craft is unmatched. Their communication with customers is engaging and thoughtful. Their work ethic is inspiring. Their customer service is world class. The quality of work is immaculate. If you're thinking of taking your car anywhere else, know that you'll be missing out on great service, great expertise, and impressive quality. Being in an accident is difficult and sometimes even traumatic, but Masood and Eli will transform the entire ordeal into a better experience. read more

While sitting in my car brand new van, a piece of metal debris flew off of a junk removal truck and left a long, deep scratch on the side door that was deeper than the clearcoat! My insurance company scheduled me to drop the van off at a collision repair repair shop close by, but I'm glad I looked it up on Yelp before dropping it off because they had terrible reviews! So after searching on my own, I discovered Reliance Auto Collision, which was also close by and had fantastic reviews as you can read here. Elias asked great questions, and provided great communication and customer service from the beginning, middle to end which greatly reduced the stress. Being that this was a brand new van with a specific type of metallic paint, I was extremely concerned about getting a perfect match and that's exactly what Reliance delivered, thank God! They made sure I had rental car arrangements in place, but above all else, I was thankful to be treated respectfully as a human being which greatly reduced the anxiety that typically comes with auto repair. Reliance Auto Collision is an easy referral, and I pray for their continued success. read more

Reliance Auto Collision & Rental - After job by Reliance, there is no sign of the deep scratch at all! - Body Shops Near Me - Hayward, California

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AMAZING CUSTOMER SERVICE !!! Highly recommend this autobody shop. Elias very friendly and provided helpful guidance how to navigate insurance. His team did a good job repairing my husband CRV. read more

I've been to Reliance Auto Collision & Rental in Hayward more than once, and they've been solid every time. Most recently, my car was hit on the driver's side above the rear wheel, leaving a deep scratch. Elias had it taken care of in a few days, and when I picked it up, it looked like nothing ever happened. Before that, in April of last year, my car was stolen and later recovered with scratches on almost every panel. I was worried I'd never feel good about the car again. Reliance brought it back to like-new condition, and the work honestly exceeded my expectations. What I appreciate most is dealing with Elias, the owner. Communication was straightforward and consistent. He kept me updated the whole time and handled all communication with the insurance companies, which made the process way less stressful. I never felt left in the dark. Each time my car was in the shop, Elias helped set me up with a rental, and every time I picked my car up it had been fully detailed inside and out. That attention to detail doesn't go unnoticed. If you're looking for a shop that does quality work and treats you right, I'd recommend Reliance Auto Collision & Rental without hesitation. read more

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I miss-judged the clearance for my daughter's new minivan sliding door as it opened while parked in a car port. The door rubbed against a wooden column and scratched paint onto the door's edge. I found RELIANCE on Yelp and decided to check them out. I arrived an early Wed afternoon and was greeted by Elias. After his quick assessment, he returned with some polish and a buffer tool and proceeded to buff away the scratched on paint in just a few minutes. See my before and after photos! Good as new! Elias refused to accept any payment or even a tip I offered! That was great, and unexpectedly quick, service. If they treat all their customers this way, I would highly recommend giving them a try if you need any auto body work! Total THANK YOU! to Elias and RELIANCE! read more

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Super nice. They're like friends/family who are upfront and communicative ! I was about to leave my car there for repair, but after being unsure how much insurance would reimburse, I had second thoughts. Eli was so kind and flexible ; makes him more trusting that he didn't just try to sell me . Highly recommend especially if you're close to that side of Hayward ! They take care of your Uber or car rental also . read more

Elias went above and beyond in taking care of my car. He is super friendly, communicative, and was extremely transparent with us throughout the entire process. Now my car looks even better than before the accident! I would definitely recommend Reliance to my friends and family. read more

I use Yelp for almost everything when it comes to searching for a reliable and trustworthy business. Luckily, I came across Reliance Auto Collision & Rental. I recently had an attempted break in to my vehicle at work. My door lock was completely destroyed, and door was scratched and damaged beyond repair that it needed to get replaced as well. I reached out via Yelp and Masood was quick to respond to my inquires and answered all of my questions. He quickly scheduled an appointment for me to stop by the shop the next day so they can take a look at the damage. Upon arrival Masood greeted me right away. Very professional and listened to all of my concerns regarding the damage to the vehicle and what I needed. He introduced me to Elias, which I quickly learned was his brother. This shop is a family-owned business! Their customer service is Top-Tier. Elias inspected the damage, made great recommendations and put my mind at ease after he explained the process of what needed to happen in order to get my vehicle back to looking brand new. Since my car is only 6 Months old! The price he quoted me was very reasonable compared to other shops in the area. Elias kept me updated every step of the way as far as what stage the repair was at with my vehicle. After 2 weeks, I picked up my vehicle and the finished product was amazing. As if nothing ever happened to my vehicle. Thank you, Elias & Masood, for a job well done. All your staff is amazing as well! Absolutely recommending your shop to friends and colleagues for any body work needed in the future. Definitely Moe Approved! read more

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Elias & Masood repaired our collision damage. & made our car look like new. Zelle payment was easy & fast. They dealt efficiently with our insurance, kept us informed & finished on time. read more

I got to work with Elias! He is the man! Reliance Auto Collision took care of my 2024 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro. My truck was unfortunately hit while parked. The other driver's insurance took full responsibility. Elias and his team made sure to not cut any corners. They fully inspected my vehicle and reported all damages. At first the insurance adjuster only estimated what seemed to be cosmetic damage. Thankfully after the full inspection that Elias and his team performed per my concern, they were able to find damage to the tailgate arm inside the sub-frame. The estimate shot up! Since my truck is fairly new, parts were delayed but they were still able to fix everything in a timely manner. Elias responded to all my calls, text and assured me that everything was going smoothly. He even helped me with getting the correct vehicle rental (I was only approved for a standard vehicle when I should have got a full size truck or similar). When I received my truck back it was like new! Cleaned and detailed. Shiny just like when I pulled it out of the dealer lot. Thank you Elias and Reliance Auto Collision! read more

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Great service, and overall 5 star experience. The repair job was done very well. They kept me updated throughout the process and got done with the work in timely manner. I highly recommend this shop for auto body work. read more

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I was rear ended and looking for a quality auto body repair shop. I saw Reliance had good ratings, so I took my vehicle in to their shop. Elias was great to work with, and the guys in the shop did an awesome job repairing my car. read more

Highly Recommended with Great Customer Service Ever! Awesome Service, I couldn't be happier with the results. The team was professional, communicative, and transparent about the costs. They handled everything. Definitely a reliable auto body shop I'd trust again. read more

Reliance did an amazing job with a scratch on my BMW. Someone hit my parked car in a parking lot with a kayak hanging out of their truck -- it broke my tail light and left a huge mark across the passenger side of the car. I was devastated as I just got this car a few months ago. Reliance was very easy to get in contact with, provided quick responses, and gave a very reasonable quote (the other one I got was a +2k difference). Thanks for fixing my car ;) read more

Reliance Auto Collision & Rental - After -- no scratch :) - Body Shops Near Me - Hayward, California

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Reliance did me a solid. My car was damaged in a parking lot, the underneath plastic was damaged. Eli took care of me quickly and for a fair price. He could have upsold me expensive bodywork but only did what was necessary for safe driving. Great customer service! I would defiinitely use Reliance again. read more

I needed body repair to my Prius due to a side-swipe/hit and run. It was mostly scratches and minor dents. I checked the Yelp reviews and Reliance was very highly rated with excellent reviews. I compared their estimates with other companies and they were competitive and located within a few miles of where I live. They finished the work within 5 business days and I am very happy with their work. I highly recommend Reliance Auto Collision. read more

This body repair shop is great. I seldom give such high praise, but they deserve it. Everything that required repair was done perfectly. Even a trained eye would not be able to determine where the damage was...and it was extensive. I am totally pleased with my choice of body shop. read more

Great shop - did a beautiful job repairing my front bumper. Elias provided good, fast communication, set clear expectations about how long repairs would take and provided helpful guidance about how to navigate insurance. read more

This review is long overdue! Elias and his team have worked on my car twice now, and both times I've been beyond impressed. There's something magical about the way they operate. They've also worked on my mom's car a year ago, and she was equally thrilled with the results. (Guess accidents run in the family!) As a woman, it's often challenging to know who to trust with your car, especially when it comes to how you'll be treated based on your level of knowledge. But with Elias, I can honestly say he's the only person I trust. He's completely transparent about the process and takes the time to explain everything. After my recent car accident, once the initial shock wore off, Elias was one of my first calls--right after the police. Despite being on vacation, he answered immediately and arranged for his tow truck to pick up my car. He walked me through the entire insurance process and reassured me that the damage was repairable. Throughout the repair process, Elias kept me updated every step of the way--whether it was the insurance inspection, parts being ordered, or progress on the repairs. To top it off, the job was completed ahead of schedule! Elias and his team consistently go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction, and I wish I could give them more than 5 stars because they truly deserve it! read more

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Amazing customer service here and an extra bonus that it's both family-owned and operated by people of color. A little easy to miss off busy Industrial but once you pull in, you're in great hands. I didn't end up needing a repair after all but after assessing the damage done to my car by a blown tire, Elias kindly removed the damaged plastic coverings and referred me to a tire change shop just a few blocks away. He was patient and resourceful throughout what could have been a really stressful experience and I know that any repairs done here would be done with great care and consideration. Will recommend this business wholeheartedly for anyone looking for a positive auto body shop experience. read more

I scratched the side of my car while parking in a garage and took it in to Reliance Auto Collision & Rental so Masood could take a look. He was very prompt in answering my messages and Yelp and I was able to make an appointment for the following week. Even though Masood had scheduling complications, he graciously agreed to meet me at a time that worked for my schedule. He removed all the scratches on the side of my car (free of charge!!) very quickly. There were some dents on the side of my car too, but Masood advised that if he were me, he wouldn't fix it, as it would be expensive and would take four days. I really appreciated his honesty here, and that he didn't just see this as a business opportunity. Overall, I had a great experience with Masood and Reliance Auto Collision, and would definitely come back in the future. read more

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Quick, straight-forward, and line of communication always open. Highly recommend, Masood and his team

Elias at Reliance Auto Collision was wonderful; he was both very nice and very professional. The work done to my Corvette was OUTSTANDING! I have received numerous compliments stating the same. Thank you Elias. I will be back if I am ever in need of body work. read more

The team at Reliance was super responsive. I texted pictures and they got back to me right away with a reasonable quote. They were also able to find the parts and get our car fixed as promised before Thanksgiving! Great job, great work. They are also very honest about what they can and can't do for how much we wanted to spend. We were getting our car fixed without using insurance so this was important. read more

I'm a safe driver, haven't had any accident in 30 years until last July. Geico customer service was amazingly good (never had to use all these years). My car was well kept since new and now it's damaged, I was worried that it wouldn't look the same after it's fixed although the car still drives normal with the damage. Geico's agent recommended a body shop in Fremont, not too far from my house, I took the car to get the estimate. I also read all the reviews of a few shops around me. I found this shop with 100% reviews with quite a few reviews (114), so I called and made an appointment afterwork for an estimate. Elias and his brother Masood are the managers of this establishment, from the outside, it doesn't look like a nice building, just a yard with many damaged cars, I was a little skeptical but after meeting with Elias and his brother, I felt much safer. These 2 are extremely pleasant and confident by the way they interacted with me. I went inside to look at the equipments and talked about the quality of their work. Elias is a final inspector before he delivers any cars, he has good eyes and high integrity, he wouldn't deliver anything until he sees the car is done to his standard which pleases me. The day I dropped the car, he was delivering a car that looks like new, I asked about the damage and the owner seemed to be extremely happy. I confirmed with Elias that I've been driving the car and nothing was wrong with it mechanically, I wanted to make sure when I received the car, it should drive the same way because I've read on Yelp that at a few places, the car wasn't performing as good as before it was fixed. Elias smiled and ensured me that he'll make sure of that before he delivers my car. About the time promised, I and my family planned a trip to Vegas on 8/27 and I asked to be done by then, it's only a few weeks away which Elias had to order parts (used hood) and other components from the dealer, it's quite tight to promise but he did. After a week after taking everything out, he needed to contact the adjuster for some additional work, he updated the progress with me right away. He worked parallel somehow and got my car done a week earlier than promised although he had many other projects. I was also skeptical since he had it done so quickly. Yes, there were some original labels from the dealer hadn't come yet, I came back the next Monday to get them put on since they came early. When I picked up the car, it was like new, my car was never detailed and he did it inside and out, it drives like it was before I brought it in. That's a bonus which I'd never expected. No wonder this place has 100% customers satisfaction and I'm one of them. read more

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Sunel is honest and the team got my car looking brand new. They didn't pressure me to come in for a quote, they just gave me a quote from the photo I sent them. they even cleaned my car inside & outside before handing my keys back to me. Very reasonable price for a spectacular job. I paid out of pocket and had my car ready in 4 days, I brought my car in on a Saturday and they had it ready by Wednesday. I'm extremely happy I chose this shop. read more

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When I say reliable, I MEAN IT! I seen the reviews on yelp and knew instantly this was the shop to go to! I'm glad i gave this shop a chance because my car literally looks like absolutely NOTHING HAPPENED TO IT! Elias was very professional and super kind! I'm so happy how my car turned out! Thank you guys again for taking my car and fixing it. I appreciate you guys so much! my car looks amazing!! If your car ever needs any work done THIS IS THE PLACE TO GO! I would not steer you wrong! If i have any problems with my car I will definitely be back! read more

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I am beyond pleased with the service I received with Reliance Auto Collision. I am insured with Geico and they told me this was not a preferred shop, but that I was entitled to use whichever Shop I trusted for the job. Of course, this was my green light, as I had already decided to trust Reliance Auto Collision for the job. Elias, was very professional and he kept me well informed throughout the process. He was always in communication with the Insurance and making the process as smooth as possible. He even helped me with the rental car process, so it all worked out for the best. You guys will be highly recommended. I was very happy with the work that was performed on my Infiniti, I couldn't have asked for more. From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU!!! read more

I got into an accident, and what made it worse was that this was a hit and run. I had no details of the other driver or car, and to be honest I didn't even take the best before pictures because I was just so shocked. I filed a report with my insurance and they gave me a list of collision centers that were booked over the next two to four weeks. I was heart broken, and decided to look at Yelp for any other shops that could work with me sooner. Reliance Auto Collision and Rental was the first shop I called and they told me that they could take a look at my car the same day. I'm grateful that they popped up first for me because I felt so defeated, and I don't know how much energy I would have had to keep calling shops. This shop was truly a God send. They talked me through the process and reassured me the steps that they were taking to coordinate with my insurance. I really didn't think they could make this process so easy. They even found damage that I didn't initially see on my car when I first looked at it after the accident. When they worked on my car, there was unfortunately more damage internally that was found when they removed my front bumper, but they were so communicative with my insurance and me that it was a really smooth process to get the damages evaluated by my insurance and taken care of. This shop is run by two brothers, and I really did feel like I was getting treated like I was family. I was getting consistent updates about the process and anytime I had questions, they went above and beyond to make sure I felt satisfied with the service I was receiving. When I saw my car, I wanted to cry - it looked better than before the accident! I was so impressed with the quality and detail, and hands down this shop has the best customer service. I hope I don't ever have to deal with an accident, but it's a no brainer if I do, I'm coming back to this shop. read more

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Masood and Elias are very prompt and courteous about responding to potential customers. They are equally honest about explaining things and guaranteeing the quality of their work. I appreciated my interaction with the two gentlemen. My insurance company explained that Reliance was not a preferred provider for them and work might take twice as long to complete because an agent would need to approve each step. My husband and I ultimately decided to follow our insurance's recommendations. If our insurance contracts with Reliance in the future and we find ourselves in need of future repairs, we would definitely consider Reliance for the job based on our positive experience and the glowing reviews of former customers. read more

Very responsive customer service. I believe the quality is probably also good. Fortunately we didn't end up needing to get our door ding repaired. The pre-inspection for my lease vehicle determined that the dings were small enough to be covered within repair allowance. Original quote was higher than other places but I believe this would be a classic example of you get what you paid for. read more