Certified Car Care

Thanks Danni for being so helpful! My car broke down due to a security lock on the steering wheel and he even picked up his phone on a Sunday when his business wasn’t even open. And he made sure my car was done asap. Really appreciate it! Would come back when I get a chance.

I have received excellent service on my vehicles here. Denny is knowledgeable, friendly and the repair rates are very reasonable. I am very happy with his service and the quality of their services.

The team at Certified Car Care were able to change my oil as a walk-in service and we’re very nice throughout the process. They did a free check of what else my car needed to be done and offered me a printed quote for all the services so I could digest it on my own time. They also offered a payment plan option, which is rare!

Thanks to Dani and Will my car is running Fantastically. I recently purchased a used Chevy that was smoking from the front so I was a bit worried about getting a long lists of fixes needed. They easily spotted the issue and were able to fix it before I had to go to work.

I made an appointment over the phone and received fast and excellent service the very next day. The front office is so kind and will definitely take care of you. Dani was able to diagnose and fix my car in a timely manner. Prices are beyond reasonable and I would highly recommend!! These are professional and trustworthy mechanics and they won’t disappoint.

Everyone there is great to deal with and take a lot of care to update me and explain the work that I needed done.
I’ll be coming back in the future and would highly recommend Dani and the team!

These guys helped me deal with the insurance company and get good parts when insurance company wanted to use refurbished junk. Thank you for fixing my car and negotiating on my behalf.

I normally dont write reviews but with the quality of service I received I feel this is well deserved. Dave at Certified Car Care presented a caring and professional environment the moment I walked in. My experience with him and his team was absolutely great. Their turnaround time and knowledge of how to do quality repairs blew me out of the water! They really cared about my situation and helped me in my time of need, by getting me the cheapest rate possible and still providing great service towards my car. I know they were doing and giving their best when they worked on my car to make it reliable. Others shops simply didn't care and where unaffordable. I highly recommend Dave's team. They have me as a loyal customer in SD. Thank you very much for your kindness, help and for being there for me in my time of need and hardship and for continuing to help me if I have any problems. Thank you Dave all the other staff members I didn’t get to meet who help make this possible, I and my family are extremely grateful. God bless all of you!

Went there for the first time, I called ahead to ask a mechanic about a problem I had with my car. (Needed to replace the front axle due to damage.) Ended up talking with Dave, the owner. He told me to come in ASAP as the damage could've resulted in something worse. When I arrived I met Dave and he was very informative, direct, and open to help. He gave me a fantastic run down on the labor and parts and how much the whole thing would cost. I was already aware of the price range due to prior research and his estimate was exactly as expected. Left my car over night as the part would arrive in the morning.
I called in the morning and they said they were just starting on the repair, it would take an hour or two and that they would call me. They didn't end up calling me but I went back anyway assuming my car was ready, and it was!
Dave gave me a free inspection and recommended a minor service but I was in a hurry so told him I had to put it off. He didn't pressure me at all which was comforting. Overall great service, will definitely be recommending this place to others!

I had an amazing experience at Certified Car Care. My car started to generate strange noise, which sounds like the brake issue. In Discount Tire guys have checked the brakes, found nothing wrong. They advised to show the car to Certified Car Care mechanic. I came there, didn't even have an appointment and was ready to wait, since there were other cars. Dave asked me for a key, listen for the sound for about 1min. Then, saying nothing, lifted the car in a garage, did something, and return car to me. Without that strange noise. And, the most amazing thing, he charged me nothing.
Great professionalism and honesty! Needles to say where I will go next, in case of my car problems.

While visiting friends in San Diego I had a problem with my car. Upon recommendation I had my car towed to Certified Auto. They were very courteous and attentive. They looked at my car and immediately diagnosed the problem. They discovered a bad hose and showed me where it was cracked. Their prices were competitive and the work was completed in a timely manner. The owner offered coffee and I felt very comfortable. I am very pleased with Certified Auto and would recommend this shop without reservation.

I rarely make reviews, but in the case of CERTIFIED CAR CARE I wanted people to know what a great experience I had. I am a single mom on a very limited income. I have a 2007 Toyota Prius. I knew my car needed new brakes but it was also not running right. I took my car to the dealership and was told the bill would be at least $900 (probably more) since they had "no idea what could be wrong with the car". The service writer acted like my car was the first car he had ever seen that was not running right. I got a bad feeling and left. I went to CERTIFIED CAR CARE and I am so happy I did. Dave took the time to explain to me what was going on with my car. Turns out it needed a tune-up. My car was done and running like new without having to wait or leave my car for hours. And my bill was only $500 including the brakes. I highly recommend CERTIFIED CAR CARE. I will return any time my car needs repairs and know I am getting the best service AND fair price from Dave and his excellent staff.

I can't say enough good things about this place! From the moment I walked in and was greeted by Savanna, the service writer at the front desk, I felt so comfortable here. I've been totally burned bringing my car places in the past by shady mechanics and auto shop owners. This place is different.

I brought my car in because my wheel was shaking like crazy and I knew something was seriously wrong. I heard good things about CCC, so I decided to give them a try. Dave had my car diagnosed within hours of dropping it off even though they were kinda busy. It was serious, but luckily my car was still under warranty!

And even luckier that I found myself at the best auto repair shop in San Diego. Savanna and Dave both spent a ton of time talking to my warranty company making sure that they had everything they needed to get everything covered... Way above and beyond!

My car was in and out in a matter of days and Dave and Savanna both kept me updated with phone calls everyday to let me know what was going on with my car. I couldn't be happier about my experience. I hope nothing else goes wrong with my car, but if it does, I'm bringing it back here!

Highly recommended. 5 STARS.

I had an amazing experience at Certified Car Care. Owner Dave was great as he quickly got my vehicle in and diagnosed the issue within minutes. I didn't even have an appointment and their service was like they were waiting on me to arrive. Friendly front desk and mechanic Tom was very professional and explained everything regarding the service and really made the visit pleasurable. Made me a client for life.

It's embarrassing to say, but Ive had my used car for 7 years and never really had maintenance done it, with the exception of oil changes. The lack of maintenance were showing and really hindering the drivability of my car. I decided to get my costly, serious repairs at Certified Car Care due to my husband's luck and good pricing with them. For all the work David (the owner) and his team did, it only cost me less than 750, where it would have cost me well over $1000 at a special Honda place. The skill and work they did really showed in how my car handled on the way home. I can't say enough good things about this place! Genuine, fair, and serious car gurus at this place!

Dave and Dani are fantastic! Just recently purchased a 2004 Dodge Sprinter which needed quite a big of work (also somewhat difficult work due to age). Dani is an expert technician on these vehicles. Very thorough and cost effective to boot. Absolutely no need to service your Sprinter at the dealership.

They were able to fix two independent front axles on an awd Subaru, replaced the center linkage (completely broken) and fix my A.C. wiring harness in addition to an alignment for less than my regular mechanic was going to charge for just the axles. They saved me almost $1000 on that repair and the car rides great! Very knowledgeable staff, quality repairs and great prices.

I own a 2013 Chevy Silverado, I came in a week ago off of the reviews on Google.

Went in and asked Dave could do an alignment in a rush. He told me j could wait for about an hour so long as nothing was wrong with the truck.

Waited an hour and he only charged me $60... I haven't seen a ship only charge that for a 4 tire alignment.
So glad I went the weird shake is gone. Dave said it was the for and caster misaligned when I got my lift.

I will be back for my next oil change and my 100k check.

This is the shop of Dave and Dave. Dave the owner is very friendly provides excellent over the counter service and is always willing to explain service to your vehicle, and provides excellent service at a fair price. Dave the Mechanic is absolutely the best mechanic I have met. Willing to go over exactly what has been done, explain helpful hints for the future, makes excellent recommendations for future service and strives for happy customers. This is a Military Friendly shop, owned and operated.

These guys did an awesome job on my old truck! Dave helped me on my budget and got my beloved ride back on the road. Highly recommend, my truck will be repaired and upgraded by that shop for as long as I am living in San Diego!

Dave, I drove off with a smile on my face!

There has been two times Certified car care has saved my life!!!
I'm pretty sure my bill was over 2,000. They really worked with me on pricing. The staff was very understanding, the mechanics were AES certified and amazingly fast. Certified car care has definitely proven to be a one stop shop, I recommend this shop to everyone I know, the guys are amazing and dont try to sell you bullshit things you dont need!

Long story short,
They keep it real. They work with you on pricing.
Its a one stop shop. Thumbs up!