Welcome to Ray Frey Auto Center Inc,
Your Auto Repair in San Diego, CA!
If you’re looking for auto repair in San Diego, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Ray Frey Auto Center Inc we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a San Diego auto repair service center you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Ray Frey Auto Center Inc understands what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in San Diego offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in San Diego, we are totally confident that Ray Frey Auto Center Inc is the best option in town!
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Ray Frey Auto Center Inc
7696 Vickers St
San Diego, CA 92111-1526
(858) 278-7077
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri: 7am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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About Ray Frey Auto Center Inc San Diego, CA
Ray Frey Auto Center Inc is among the best auto repair facilities in San Diego County. Family-owned and operated in the heart of Kearny Mesa since 2006. Our commitment to providing the highest quality service is the driving force behind Ray and his staff. From diagnosis to repair, our experienced, ASE Certified technicians are capable of working on most vehicles, foreign or domestic.
It is important for you as a consumer to feel comfortable with your auto repair technician; nobody understands this better than Ray Frey himself. He will only hire and train technicians who he feels confident to work on his own personal vehicles. It is imperative for each of his technicians to be thorough, honest, and attentive. His values positively impact his employees and in return, you get the best automotive services!
Along with providing excellent service for your personal vehicle, Ray Frey Auto Center Inc can take care of your fleet vehicles. References can be provided upon request. We actively service over 30 fleets throughout San Diego. It would be our pleasure to keep your fleet maintained and serviced! If you are interested in our fleet services, please contact Ray Frey Auto Center today.
The Absolute Best Car Service in San Diego, CA
What sets Ray Frey Auto Center Inc apart from all of the others in San Diego, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in San Diego, 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 Ray Frey Auto Center Inc, 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 San Diego auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top-quality auto service in San Diego, 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
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2016 Honda Accord
Mileage113,324Service Date7/10/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 5mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 6mm remaining – Front tires 7/32 – Rear tires 5/32 – engine air filter dirty
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- Install air filter
Michelle B. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/10/2026 -
2013 Honda Accord
Mileage147,958Service Date7/9/2026Services Performed- Code scan: -Airbag (SRS) – Permanent Codes U0101-00
- Lost Communication With The PCM (PGM – FI System) -Forward Collision Warning (FCW) / Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – Permanent Codes U0029-00
- F-CAN "A" Communication Line Error U0101-00
- Lost Communication With the PCM (Gear System) U0122-00
- Lost Communication With the VSA Modulator Control Unit U0155-00
- Lost Communication With The Gauge Control Module U0126-00
- Lost Communication With the Steering Angle Sensor U0416-68
- VSA Brake Actuator Malfunction -Electric Power Steering – Permanent Codes 85-01
- VSA System Malfunction -Antilock Brakes – Codes 121-11
- VSA Solenoid Valve Malfunction -All Body Electrical Codes B12D1
- Power Control Unit Ignition 1 "B" Circuit Error B12D2
- Power Control Unit Ignition 2 Circuit Error U0073
- F-CAN Communication Bus Line Error Current faults seem to lean towards ABS/VSA issues, but there are many comm/voltage codes as well. Noted the battery is brand new, so some of these faults could be in memory from low/disconnected battery. Cleared all faults and re-scan. No current faults. Allowed engine to idle for a while until the suspect indicators came back on. As customer stated, the VSA/ABS/LDW and other ADAS indicators came on. Re-scan: -Forward Collision Warning (FCW) / Lane Departure Warning (LDW) U0416-68
- VSA Brake Actuator Malfunction -Electric Power Steering – Permanent Codes 85-01
- VSA System Malfunction -Antilock Brakes – Codes 121-11
- VSA Solenoid Valve Malfunction The ABS code 121-11 is causing other systems to fault as well. Confirm there is an internal circuit issue with the ABS/VSA module between the circuit board and the solenoid valves contained in the module. This is a well documented issue with this generation of Hondas but there is no TSB or recall associated. The repair by the OEM diagnostics is to replace the ABS module which is only sold with the hydraulic modulator valve as an assembly, then perform bleeding and calibrations. There are also places that can repair the module by mail order and do not require any calibration or bleeding if the module is removed from the valve in the vehicle.
Pablo A. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/9/2026 -
2021 Volkswagen Atlas
Mileage75,110Service Date7/8/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front tires 75% remaining – Rear tires 75% remaining – cabin filter dirty
- Remove four wheels and rear brake drums/rotors to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Front brakes approx 90% remaining, front brake rotors are warped, rotors can be machined Rear brakes approx 60% remaining
- Remove and re-install front brake rotors
- Resurface front brake rotors
- Replace the cabin filter
- Drain and fill
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Jeff P. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/9/2026 -
2022 Ford F-150
Mileage59,472Service Date7/7/2026Services Performed- Check charging system for proper output to battery. Load test battery. – Battery failed load test, alternator charging 14v -Remove and replace battery
Mike B. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/9/2026 -
2010 Toyota Camry
Mileage143,971Service Date7/8/2026Services Performed- Replace alternator
Eric N. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/8/2026 -
2020 Honda Fit
Mileage53,514Service Date7/8/2026Services Performed- Drain and fill
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Beth M. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/8/2026 -
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Mileage68,290Service Date7/6/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 8mm – Rear brakes approximately 8mm – Front tires 9/32 – Rear tires 9/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Tommy V. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/6/2026 -
2020 Chevrolet Express 2500
Mileage67,473Service Date7/1/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 9mm – Rear brakes approximately 8mm – Front tires 10/32 – Rear tires 9/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- Rotate tires
This vehicle's owner gave our service a 5 star review on 7/2/2026 -
2007 Lexus ES 350
Mileage144,745Service Date6/29/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 7mm – Rear brakes approximately 7mm – Front tires 8/32 – Rear tires 8/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Mike B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/29/2026 -
2011 Toyota Yaris
Mileage140,947Service Date6/26/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 7mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 6mm remaining – Front tires 6/32 – Rear tires 6/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Mary R. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/28/2026 -
2013 Mazda 3
Mileage124,301Service Date6/26/2026Services Performed- Interior/Exterior: – Headlights (high & low beams)/Tail lights/Brake lights/Hazard warning lights/Turn signals/Exterior lamps – left license plate light out. – Interior lights – All working – Windshield washer spray/Wiper blades/Windshield condition – ok – Parking brake – Holding – Horn operation – Working – Clutch operation – ok – Cabin filter – ok Battery performance: – Battery performance – passed load test, alternator charging 14v Under hood: – Oil level/color – oil level low, not showing on dipstick – Coolant level/color – At proper level, condition ok – Power steering fluid – ok – Brake fluid level/color – At proper level, condition ok – Windshield washer fluid level – full – Transmission fluid color – brown – External drive belts & radiator hoses – belt good condition – Hydraulic clutch reservoir fluid – ok – Engine air filter – ok Under vehicle: – Brake lines/Hoses/Parking brake cable – ok – Sock absorbers/struts/Suspension/tie rod ends & boots/steering gear & dust seals – Shocks good, slight moisture in rear shocks, no play in rear end. – Exhaust system – ok – Engine oil and/or fluid levels – level low – Drive shaft boots/Constant velocity boots & bands – ok Tire condition: LF tread 10/32 pressure 35 LR tread 10/32 pressure 34 RF tread 10/32 pressure 35 RR tread 10/32 pressure 34 Brake condition: Left front 9mm Left rear 8mm Right front 9mm Right rear 8mm
- Confirm there are no external oil leaks. Removed the upstream O2 sensor and using borescope inspect turbo turbine outlet, no oil seen. Remove the intercooler (noted one missing nut and spacer, replaced on assembly) and inspect the turbo compressor outlet and intercooler with borescope, no abnormal oil seen from turbo. Removed the spark plugs and inspect the cylinder walls, valves and pistons. Plugs do show oil/carbon buildup. All four pistons show clean surface around the cylinder bore, indicating oil wash past rings. Some scoring is noted on cylinder walls. All exhaust valves have excessive white carbon buildup on valve faces but NO oil on back side of valves or stems from valve seal leakage. This white buildup is the result of oil ring blow-by and carbonizing on the hot exhaust valve faces. With engine back together and the PCV supply hose pinched, the blow-by from the oil cap is high. Engine needs to be rebuilt/replaced to solve oil consumption. Possible to try a de-carb of the rings with an oil additive and/or top end cleaner soak to see if rings will free up and seal again, but this may prove futile. Engine oil level low 3 quarts.
David B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/26/2026 -
2010 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage111,468Service Date6/22/2026Services Performed- WIggled several times and nothing happened. Replaced right headlight bulb and works fine now.
- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately8mm – Rear brakes approximately 6mm – Front tires 9/32 – Rear tires 7/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Mike B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/25/2026
