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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2014 Chevrolet Camaro
Mileage83,580Service Date1/30/2026Services Performed- Confirm HVAC outlet temp is always warm. No HVAC codes and all mode/blend door actuators move to correct positions, but there is zero change in outlet temp, will not get any cooler or any hotter. A/C compressor does run and low side line set is getting ice cold. This is a mechanical air mix/blend issue, not a refrigerant or A/C issue. The temp blend door has broken and fallen into case. This is an EXTREMELY common issue on this platform. The proper repair required dash and HVAC plenum removal which also requires the windshield to be removed to access and remove the bolts that hold the dash structure to the body. There are online articles and notes on Identifix that state there are tricks and "hacks" to make the repair without glass removal by cutting the end off the bolts when installed to make them short enough to be removed with glass installed, as well as tricks to cut the side of the HVAC case to access and replace the door without removing the dash at all, then resealing with ducting tape, silicone or epoxy. – Customer requested repair without removal of glass No TSB or warranty extension found.
- Needs oil change – due in 120 miles according to sticker
- Replace temperature valve – repair without glass removal
Lorena W. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/8/2026 -
2022 Toyota 4Runner
Mileage60,044Service Date2/6/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 12mm – Rear brakes approximately 10mm – Front tires 5/32 – LR tire 6/32 RR tire 4/325 – Excessive inner edge wear and warping on front tires – Cabin filter dirty
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- Replace the cabin filter
- Remove and replace windshield
Jason S. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/7/2026 -
2017 Mazda CX-5
Mileage79,629Service Date2/6/2026Services 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 7mm – Front tires 12/32 – Rear tires 11/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Joel M. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/7/2026 -
2011 Ford Ranger
Mileage211,213Service Date2/5/2026Services Performed- Code Scan: Engine – Memory Codes P1000
- OBDII System Checks Incomplete P1260
- Theft Detected, Engine Disabled Monitors are incomplete. Ignition lock can be rotated without key, and will set the P1260 code. Starts and runs rough and sometimes stalls or is hard to keep running. Engine is misfiring all the time. Smoke from tailpipe on start. Scan data shows constant misfire on #3 at idle, or low RPM. Cranking rhythm is irregular. Compression test, all cylinders: 1- 220 psi 2- 230 psi 3- 75 psi 4- Cant get a good reading. #4 plug was only in by one thread, came out by hand as soon at socket was put on. Plug boot was also sitting 3/4" too high. Cannot screw compression tester in. Plug was cross threaded and left. Got 150 psi, but compression was leaking around threads. Need to chase the spark plug threads in cylinder head to try to get plug in correctly. Leak down test shows 70-75% leakage. No leak found through valves, leak detected into crankcase through rings. Added oil to cylinder and checked leakage again. Leak rate was less than 5% for about 5 seconds then increased back to 75% as oil pushed though rings. Cylinder wall is scored when looking with borescope. Needs engine replaced.
- Repair #4 spar plug threads
Phillip S. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/7/2026 -
2012 Toyota Prius
Mileage162,495Service Date2/6/2026Services Performed- Antilock Brakes – Current Codes C1391
- Abnormal Leak of ACC PRESS Code sets when the accumulator pressure drops off too fast during periods of non-brake use. Confirmed with vehicle sitting idle the ABS booster pump runs about every 8-10 seconds as it replenishes the reserve pressure. The ABS valve block or the accumulator are leaking internally, allowing the pressure back into the reservoir. The pump, booster, hydraulic valve and master cylinder are all one integrated unit called the brake actuator assy. Need to replace actuator, bleed system, and calibrate/initialize.
- LOF sticker shows last service done 5,400 miles ago. Light comes on at 5k intervals, suspect needs service unless sticker was not replaced. – Customer notified
- ABS ACTUATOR – R&R – Hydraulic Booster Assembly – [Includes: Programming.] – [Includes: Bleed System.]
Nathan B. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/6/2026 -
2006 Acura TSX
Mileage231,480Service Date2/5/2026Services Performed- Change oil & filter. Top off all fluid levels. Check & adjust tire pressure. Visual inspection of hoses, belts, etc. Lube chassis. – Front brakes approximately 8mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 6mm reamaining – Front tires 10/32 – Rear tires 11/32 – Wipers streaking – Third brake light out
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- Install wiper blades
- Replace third brake light bulb
Maria P. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/6/2026 -
2005 Honda Accord
Mileage107,067Service Date2/4/2026Services Performed- Change oil & filter. Top off all fluid levels. Check & adjust tire pressure. Visual inspection of hoses, belts, etc. Lube chassis. – Front brakes approximately 10mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 8mm remaining – Front tires 6/32 – Rear tires 8/32 – Inspection Battery corrosion, recommend battery service – Serpentine belt dry and cracked – Oil pump leaking – recommend timing belt job – needs 2 valve cover gaskets – 2 cam plugs both leaking oil – found engine mounts broken
- TIMING BELT – Remove & Replace – V6
- (Additional) – TIMING BELT – Remove & Replace Where Pwr Strg interferes add
- (Combination) – CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL – Remove & Replace Front,Each
- (Combination) – CAMSHAFT SPROCKET – Remove & Replace Each
- (Combination) – CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL – Remove & Replace Front
- (Combination) – CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET – Remove & Replace
- (Combination) – TIMING BELT TENSIONER – Remove & Replace
- (Combination) – WATER PUMP – Remove & Replace V6
- OIL PUMP – Remove & Replace – V6
- (Additional) – OIL PUMP – Remove & Replace Where Pwr Strg interferes add
- VALVE COVER GASKET – R&R – V6 Both
- Hazardous waste disposal fee
- ENGINE MOUNTS – Remove and replace front and left
- Mount and balance 2 new tires
- Tire disposal and recycle tax
- Headlight restoration
Leslie W. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/6/2026 -
2012 Toyota Sequoia
Mileage65,686Service Date2/4/2026Services Performed- Checked for noise after sits over night. – No noise heard at this time
- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 8mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 7mm remaining – Front tires 9/32 – Rear tires 7/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Michael C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/6/2026 -
2007 Lexus ES 350
Mileage166,408Service Date2/3/2026Services Performed- Check charging system for proper output to battery. Load test battery. Found battery failed load test. -Needs battery Alternator drop charging voltage after 30 minutes running under load. -Needs alternator and recommend belt No VSC light or codes stored Driver side brake light out -Needs bulb
- Remove and replace brake light bulb – driver side
- – Noticed leaking radiator after removing fans. Recommend replacing now
- Includes replacing belt and radiator
- (combination w/alternator) RADIATOR – Remove & Replace
- Hazardous waste disposal fee
Danielle D. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/6/2026 -
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Mileage63,465Service Date1/16/2026Services Performed- Remove four wheels and rear brake drums/rotors to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. – Road test – no noise heard. Remove wheel and rear caliper to inspect. Found brake sensor broken. – Front brakes 8mm – Rear brakes 8mm
- Road test, no noise.
Tommy V. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/30/2026 -
2015 Mazda CX-5
Mileage118,768Service Date1/29/2026Services 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 approx 8/32 – Rear tires approx 9/32 – valve cover gasket leaking – sensor on top off valve cover leaking – spark plugs gap at .45 (spec .30-.43) – air filter dirty – cabin filter dirty – transmission fluid dirty – both front control arm bushings torn
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- Found noise to be normal
Susan F. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/29/2026 -
2022 Toyota RAV4
Mileage60,969Service Date1/28/2026Services 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 6/32 – Rear tires 5/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Earl B. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/28/2026
