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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2019 Mazda CX-5
Mileage553,259Service Date5/8/2026Services 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 6mm – Front tires 8/32 – Rear tires 9/32 – Cabin air filter dirty – Wiper blades worn, front and rear
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- Install wiper blades
- Install wiper blade – Rear
Emilia G. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/8/2026 -
2015 Chevrolet Equinox
Mileage68,503Service Date5/6/2026Services Performed- LF wheel bearing noisy
- Remove four wheels and rear brake drums/rotors to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. – Front brakes 6mm – Rear brakes 5mm
- Remove and replace left front wheel bearing
Enrique R. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/7/2026 -
2005 Honda Accord
Mileage108,238Service Date5/6/2026Services 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 8mm remaining – Front tires 11/32 – Rear tires 9/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
- Remove and replace positive battery end
Leslie W. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/6/2026 -
2024 Toyota Camry
Mileage5,013Service Date5/4/2026Services Performed- Change oil and filter. Replace with synthetic oil. Lube chassis, top off all fluid levels, adjust tire pressure. – Front brakes approximately 9mm remaining – Rear brakes approximately 9mm remaining – Front tires 8/32 – Rear tires 8/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
This vehicle's owner gave our service a 5 star review on 5/5/2026 -
2017 Toyota RAV4
Mileage17,497Service Date5/4/2026Services Performed- No diagnostic performed – A/C functioning ok. Customer did not know how controls work
Yaroll V. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/4/2026 -
2012 Nissan Frontier
Mileage150,145Service Date5/1/2026Services Performed- Code P0340 – Sensor circuit/high resistance/open (bank 1) Found bank 1 cam position sensor is open circuit causing stall p0340 stored for camshaft position sensor b1, steering angle sensor not calibrated due to battery replacement C1163. -Needs calibration. -Coolant leaking from heater hoses and radiator cap leaking. -Engine mount on right side is worn and leaking. -Left side engine mount is worn.
- Road test after repair – ok. Customer will need to drive for a few days, 50- 100 miles to have the vehicle self learn monitors pass. This is needed before smog inspection.
- Smog inspection
- Certification fee
- Replaced heater hose assemblies, bled cooling system
- Replaced radiator hoses bled cooling system
- Removed and replaced thermostat, completed
- Hazardous waste disposal fee
Kris N. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/2/2026 -
2005 Nissan Frontier
Mileage165,227Service Date5/1/2026Services Performed- Engine – Codes P0420
- Catalyst Efficiency Low (B1) Review the mode 6 test results for both cat banks. The minimum test value is 32 for both banks. B1 result is 13 and B2 is 54. Road test and monitor the fuel trims and all four AF/O2 sensor readings. Confirmed that the B1 downstream O2 has too much lean/rich switch rate at cruise, indicating loss of B1 cat function. B2 is steady under cruise conditions. Need to replace the right side catalytic converter and the upstream A/F sensor on that side to ensure cat longevity. Looks like all sensors are original.
- Checked suspension for loose/worn parts. RF upper control arm bushings are totally gone, and LF not far behind. The lower ball joints have play, the left side being worse, and the lower control arm bushings are starting to deteriorate. Advise replace upper and lower arms both sides. Slight play in one sway bar end link, advise replace both with lower arms (included labor). LF wheel bearing is bad, has noise and play, wheel can be moved, bearing clunks. RF axle shaft bas blown inner boot. All of the suspension components appear to be original, including the shocks, which are OEM Bilstein/Nismo 4600 (Yellow body). None are leaking and actually feel okay on the road, but are likely weak just due to age and mileage. (rusty but not leaking(.
- Springs are inverted with vehicle on the ground. Spring eye and shackle bushings are worn out. Replace springs? Re-arc?
- CONTROL ARMS – Remove & Replace Upper Both Sides
- WHEEL HUB – Remove & Replace – Left Front
David B. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/1/2026 -
2006 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage425,322Service Date4/30/2026Services Performed- Found front U-joint and center support bearing bad. – Need to replace 3 u-joints and center support bearing
- Found timing cover leaking bad – need to reseal timing cover
- Remove and re install drive shaft to gain access and replace parts needed
- Replace all 3 U-joints
- Replace the center support bearing
Cynthia U. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/30/2026 -
2021 Chevrolet Colorado
Mileage54,932Service Date4/29/2026Services 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 11/32 – Rear tires 11/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Bill Z. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/29/2026 -
2010 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage140,699Service Date4/22/2026Services 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 5mm – Front tires 11/32 – Rear tires 9/32
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee
Bruce O. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/29/2026 -
2021 Subaru Forester
Mileage36,066Service Date4/28/2026Services Performed- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (CVT) FLUID – INSPECT ? clean and full FRONT & REAR AXLE FLUID – INSPECT – ? FUEL LINES – INSPECT – ? good V-BELT – INSPECT ? good AIR CLEANER ELEMENT – INSPECT – ? okay BRAKE FLUID – INSPECT ? good ENGINE OIL – INSPECT ? not due ENGINE OIL FILTER – INSPECT TIRES – ROTATE – ? recommend tires – After inspection, found cabin filter dirty, front tires balding – recommend tires, rear differential fluid dirty. Front brakes approx 8mm remaining Rear brakes approx 6mm remaining Front tires 3/32 Rear tires 5/32
- Replace the cabin filter
- Service rear differential – drain and fill
Grace T. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/28/2026 -
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Mileage71,696Service Date4/20/2026Services Performed- Battery was dead on arrival. Charged battery and engine started okay. Battery fails load test after charging. Code Scan: -Engine P064C
- Glow Plug Control Module Performance (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear. P129B
- Fuel Pump Driver Control Module System Voltage Low Voltage (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. P25A2
- Brake System Control Module Requested MIL Illumination (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. -Transmission P0826
- Up and Down Shift Switch Circuit (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. -Brake System C058A
- Brake Booster Motor 1 Position Sensor Circuit Performance (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC, Test Not Passed Since Power Up. P0562
- System Voltage Low Voltage (Symptom 00) – Test Not Passed Since DTC Cleared, Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC, Test Not Passed Since Power Up. U0140
- Lost Communication with Body Control Module (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. U0131
- Lost Communication with Power Steering Control Module (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. C2A21
- Park Brake Actuator Position Unknown (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. C060B
- Left Park Brake Actuator Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – History DTC. -Airbag B1325
- Control Module Power Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – History DTC. -Body Control Module B000A
- Park Switch – Shift Lever Position Not Plausible (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. B1517
- Battery Voltage Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. B1325
- Control Module Power Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. -HVAC B014A
- Steering Wheel Heating Control Module Internal Electronic Failure (Symptom 39) – History DTC. U0198
- Lost Communication with Telematic Control Module (Symptom 00) – History DTC. -HVAC Controls B1325
- Control Module Power Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – History DTC. -Keyless Entry B1325
- Control Module Power Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – History DTC. -Passenger Presence System B1325
- Control Module Power Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – History DTC. -Power Steering Control Module C11EA
- Refer to OEM repair information for code description C1599
- Power Steering Malfunction Level 3 (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. -Radio B1325
- Control Module Power Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – History DTC. -Steering Column Lock Module B1325
- Control Module Power Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – History DTC. -Tire Pressure Monitor B000A
- Park Switch – Shift Lever Position Not Plausible (Symptom 00) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. B1517
- Battery Voltage Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. B1325
- Control Module Power Circuit Voltage Below Threshold (Symptom 03) – Test Failed Since DTC Clear, History DTC. -OBDII Codes ($03) P25A2
- Brake System Control Module "A" Requested MIL Illumination C0021
- Brake Booster Performance C053D
- Brake Pressure Sensor "A" Range/Performance P0606
- Control Module Processor C0616
- Park Brake Control Module Control Circuit Performance C0580
- Brake Booster Motor "A" Phase U-V-W Circuit Low U3007
- Control Module Input Power "B" Circuit/Open C05A4
- Wheel Speed Sensors Supply Circuit Low U3006
- Control Module Input Power "A" Circuit/Open C058A
- Brake Booster Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance All faults are history and monitors are all clear. Cleared all faults and road test around the block a few times. No codes resetting yet. Charging voltage is a bit low at 13.2 and the serpentine belt has shredded due to failed tensioner assy. Idler pulley bearing rusty as well. Both engine mounts are collapsed and leaking their hydraulic fluid out. Trans mount broken.
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Rene E. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/21/2026
