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!
Address
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 CR-V
Mileage125,695Service Date1/13/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 6mm – Rear brakes approximately 8mm – Front tires 5/32 – Rear tires 7/32 – Recommend tire rotation
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Stephanie G. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/13/2026 -
2015 Honda CR-V
Mileage234,889Service Date1/12/2026Services Performed- Trace to bad alternator
- Remove and replace alternator and belt
Edieann S. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/12/2026 -
2014 Lexus RX 450h
Mileage140,082Service Date1/8/2026Services 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 9/32 – Rear tires 9/32
- Drain and fill
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- – Air filter dirty – Cabin filter dirty – Spark plugs over gap – Brakes squeak but pads are okay at this time
- Replace the cabin filter
- Install air filter
- Remove and replace spark plugs
Quinn B. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/8/2026 -
2023 Subaru Forester
Mileage28,971Service Date1/7/2026Services 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 6mm – LF tire 7/32 RF tire 5/32 – Rear tires 5/32 – Cabin filter dirty
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Tom S. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/8/2026 -
2020 Honda Fit
Mileage29,558Service Date1/7/2026Services Performed- AIR CLEANER ELEMENT – REPLACE – Clean, no need to replace CABIN AIR FILTER – REPLACE – Clean, no need to replace
- 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 5mm – Front tires 8/32 – Rear tires 9/32 – Recommend tire rotation – Transmission fluid dirty – Battery failed load test – Serpentine belt good – All lights good – Wipers good – Coolant clean – Hoses good
- Drain and fill
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Charles L. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/7/2026 -
2018 Toyota Highlander
Mileage108,163Service Date1/6/2026Services 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 6mm – Front tires 9/32 – Rear tires 10/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Albert M. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/6/2026 -
2015 Chevrolet Equinox
Mileage66,218Service Date1/6/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure.
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- – Front brakes approximately 7mm – Rear brakes approximately 7mm – Front tires 9/32 – Rear tires 10/32 – Cabin filter dirty – Needs spark plugs – over gapped – Recommend tire rotation – Axles look good, no leaks – Road test vehicle
- Replace the cabin filter
- Remove and replace spark plugs
- Rotate tires
Enrique R. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/6/2026 -
2018 Lexus NX 300
Mileage43,686Service Date12/29/2025Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 10mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 7mm remaining – Front tires approx 9/32 – Rear tires approx 10/32 – topped off wiper fluid
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Patty B. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/31/2025 -
2016 Ford Explorer
Mileage171,818Service Date12/30/2025Services Performed- Engine Faults: P0301-00
- Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected – – Pending DTC – Warning Lamp On. P0316-00
- Misfire Detected On Startup (First 1000 Revolutions) – – Not Current DTC. Misfire history data shows faults only on #1. No hydrocarbons detected in the cooling system. Have not been able to duplicate misfire in shop or road test yet. Removed and tested the #1 ignition coil. Found good output at over 35kV, but when fully loaded the spark will arc out between the boot and the tester (where the plug would be). Carbon tracking noted on inside of boot. Inspected spark plug and noted tracking in the same spot on the plug and spark plug gap worn .003" over max gap range of .049-.053". #1 cylinder is on front bank, rear bank not accessible without intake plenum removal. Advise to replace spark plugs, install 3 new coils in rear bank (due to accessibility), and the coil boots on the front bank.
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – V6,Normally Aspirated
Patty S. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/30/2025 -
2014 Volkswagen Touareg
Mileage115,252Service Date12/24/2025Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 10mm – Rear brakes approximately 8mm – Front tires 9/32 – Rear tires 8/32
- Pressure test cooling system and found coolant leak under intake manifold
- Found leak at oil cooler
- Remove and replace oil cooler and related hoses and housing
- Hazardous Waste disposal Fee
Myndi L. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/24/2025 -
2014 Honda CR-V
Mileage133,137Service Date12/23/2025Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 10mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 6mm remaining – Front tires 6/32 – Rear tires 4/32 – Battery positive post has corrosion, battery tested weak. – front and rear wiper blades streaking – air filter dirty – cabin filter dirty – spark plugs recommended at 100k
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace
- Replace the battery
- Install air filter
- Replace the cabin filter
- Install all 3 wiper blades
Gosia C. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/24/2025 -
2008 Mercury Milan
Mileage202,603Service Date12/23/2025Services Performed- Change oil & filter. Top off all fluid levels. Check & adjust tire pressure. Visual inspection of hoses, belts, etc. Lube chassis. – Front brakes approximately 6mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 6mm remaining – Front tires 7/32 – Rear tires 6/32 – drain plug doesn't tighten, needs helicoil
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- Replace driver door inside handle
- Install wiper blades
- Helicoil oil pan
Mary W. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/23/2025
