Welcome to Summit Automotive,
your car service in La Mesa, CA!
Summit Automotive was established in 1982 and was specializing in transmissions and now offers full automotive services and has been serving San Diego and East County ever since. We have built a reputation providing our customers with great service and value. We use only the highest quality automotive products and our attention to detail in all our repairs, builds and upgrades is second to none. At Summit Automotive, you can expect quality service, with a piece of mind knowing you are backed with a two-year, 24,000 mile warranty.
We know that you will find value in the quality of the products we sell such as Amsoil Synthetic Oils, Southbend and Southland Clutches, BG products and Jasper Engine. We know that you will find value in the services we do, including all automotive and truck repair and maintenance services, transmission services and drivetrain services. We will fix only what needs to be fixed. Value, to us, means peace of mind with longer warranties, including up to a two-year warranty on most repairs, and up to three-year on most transmissions and engines. Value means always trying to do what is best for our customers and give thoughtful professional advice. Value means honest service.
Address
Summit Automotive
7633 El Cajon Blvd 100
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 463-9400
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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About Summit Automotive La Mesa, CA
Since 1982 Philip, John and their team have built Summit Automotive‘s reputation as one of the most honest and trustworthy transmission and automotive repair shops in San Diego. In fact, they have over 600 Five Star reviews including Yelp, Google and Angie’s List. Add to that, their A+ rating with the BBB as well as their Super Service Award on Angie’s list, you know you’ve picked the right shop. Recently Prime Buyers Report voted them one of the top ten repair shops in San Diego.
They have a serving heart and have volunteered their time and talents to the American Diabetes Association, Multiple Sclerosis Association, Toys for Tots and the Rock Church Business Ministry.
Both are dedicated to serving their customers and making sure they’re providing the best service and products and most important value to their customers.
Are you ready to experience the best La Mesa car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
Shop Amenities
Free WiFi
Free Local Shuttle
Coffee/Water
Rental Cars Available
The Absolute Best Car Service in La Mesa, CA
What sets Summit Automotive 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 Summit Automotive, 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
2011 Acura TSX
Mileage119,025Service Date12/9/2024Services Performed- REMOVED AND REPLACED BOTH FRONT AXLES
DEVON S. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/9/20242011 Honda CR-V
Mileage137,322Service Date12/9/2024Services Performed- REMOVED AND REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY
MELISSA R. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/9/20242011 Toyota Prius
Mileage186,755Service Date12/3/2024Services Performed- TECHNICIAN VERIFIED CODE PO117 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR. ALSO THE VEHICLE IS OVERHEATING WHEN DRIVING. TECHNICIAN ALSO VERIFIED THAT THE WATER PUMP IS MAKING NOISES AND SPINNING FASTER THAN NORMAL. TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDS A NEW ELECTRIC WATER PUMP FOR NOISES AND A THERMOSTAT FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE. ALSO THE COOLANT RESERVOIR HAS A SMALL LEAK ALSO. VEHICLE WAS VERY LOW ON COOLANT UPON ARRIVAL.
DAVID G. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/5/20242016 Toyota 4Runner
Mileage59,313Service Date11/6/2024Services Performed- OVERLOOKED VEHICLE, ALL LOOKS GOOD. ALL FLUIDS ARE FULL AND CLEAN, NO LEAKS, PASSED BLOCK TEST, PASSED PRESSURE TEST, BRAKE PADS ARE GOOD, TIRES ARE GOOD, SUSPENSION IS GOOD, A/C IS GOOD. NO PROBLEMS AT THIS TIME
- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 6.6 QTS Premium Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
- REMOVE AND REPLACE BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH ON BATTERY W/ KEY FOBS TO ACTIVE OR MANUAL SWITCH.
DUSTIN P. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/7/20242014 Nissan Altima
Mileage135,693Service Date11/4/2024Services Performed- REPLACED REAR BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS
Robert H. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/4/20242005 Infiniti FX35
Mileage95,080Service Date10/18/2024Services Performed- RADIATOR – Remove & Replace
- NEED TO PULL PAN AND CHECK SOLENOIDS FOR RESISTANCE IN VALVE BODY. CAR HAS CODE P1759 FOR FRONT BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE. TECHNICIAN VERIIFE3D THAT COOLANT IS IN THE TRANSMISSION FROM A FAILED RADIATOR. TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDS REPLACING THE RADIATOR AND TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY AT THIS TIME.
- TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace – RWD
- PROGRAM VALVE BODY
- ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Serpentine and V-Belt type Belt(s).]
TERRY B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/18/20242019 Dodge Journey
Mileage117,551Service Date10/17/2024Services Performed- TECHNICIAN VERIFIED THAT THE VEHICLE HAS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. TECHNICIAN VERIFIED CODES PO345- CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FAULT- BANK 1 SENSOR 1. PO 6DD- ENGINE OIL PRESSURE CONTROL STUCK OFF. PO420 CAT EFFICIENCY BANK 1 FAULT. VEHICLE CAME IN WITH VERY LOW OIL.
- ENGINE OIL FILTER HOUSING – Remove & Replace – V6 – [Includes: R&I Intake Manifold Gaskets.]
- CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR – Remove & Replace – V6 Left – [Includes: R&I Upper Intake Manifold Gasket.]
OLIVIA W. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/17/20242007 Ford Mustang
Mileage190,023Service Date10/11/2024Services Performed- REMOVED AND REPLACED LEAKING HEATER HOSES.
ALEXANDRA A. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/11/20242006 Lexus GS 300
Mileage140,715Service Date10/4/2024Services Performed- TECHNICIAN REMOVED THE TRANSMISSION PAN AND VERIFIED NO METAL CHUNKS OR SHAVINGS IN THE PAN. TRANSMISSION FLUID IS BURNT AND VERY DARK. TECHNICIAN CHECKED ALL VALVE BODY WIRING FOR SHORTS ARE BROKEN WIRES. NONE WERE VERIFIED AT THIS TIME. TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE D SOLENOID, FLUID AND FILTER. TECHNICIAN THE TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE FOR ABOUT 20 MILES WITH OUT ANY ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE.
- TECHNICIAN VERIFIED CODE P2714 HAS ILLUMINATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. TECHNICIAN AT THIS TIME RECOMMENDS REPLACING THE CONTROL SOLENOID, THE TRANSMISSION FLUID AND FILTER AND THEN RE-TEST.
JB S. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/4/20242018 Nissan Altima
Mileage147,515Service Date9/30/2024Services Performed- TECHNICIAN TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE AND VERIFIED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND THE VEHICLE HAS ERRATIC SHIFTING AT THIS TIME. CODES PO776- PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID P17FL -JUDDER P17F2 TORQUE JUDDER. TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDS REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION AT THIS TIME.
- TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace – In-Line4 – [Includes: Programming. DOES NOT include wheel alignment.]
KENNETH J. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/3/20242016 BMW 328i
Mileage125,591Service Date9/4/2024Services Performed- Changed Motor Oil & Replaced Filter, Added 5.5 QTS Premium Motor Oil, Lube Chassis, Check all Fluid Levels
TONI Y. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/4/20242007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Mileage135,448Service Date9/4/2024Services Performed- TEST DROVE TRUCK, FELT BRAKE STICKING ON PASSENGER REAR WHEEL, CHECKED ALL WHEEL ENDS AND FOUND PASSENGER REAR CALIPER HAS SEIZED AND IS STUCK OPEN CAUSING BRAKE TO NO DISENGAGE.
- CALIPER – Remove & Replace – Rear,One Side – [Includes: Bleed Brake System and replace Pads (if necessary).]
DOUGLAS S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/4/2024