Certified Japanese Auto Repair in
Lake Forest (CA)

What clients say about Certified Japanese Auto Repair in Lake Forest (CA)

• Philip Luke

  Seriously the best, most honest mechanic I have ever met. The only reason I am reluctant to leave a review is I don’t want other people going to MY mechanic and taking up capacity. Eddie will take care of you. They have turned me away for work I thought I needed but didn’t, what else needs to be said.

  Aug 30, 2025
• Trevor B

  Good mechanics are hard to find. Good honest mechanics are even harder to find. This is one of those special places that is run with honesty. For sure, you should check them out if you're looking for a fantastic mechanic in the area. Thanks a bunch Eddie. It was a pleasure doing business with you. Cheers!

  Aug 02, 2025
• Raquel Barker

  I appreciate these mechanics in not raking me over the coals by insisting on unnecessary replacing parts that I was being told I needed to replace . When it only cost me like $40.00 to fix the issue my car was having... Now years later I'm back here with a different car so we'll see what this time will bring? Fingers crossed they can work their magic again!

  Jun 28, 2025
• Christopher Cendana

  These guys are great! I needed a complete engine replacement for my 1998 LX470 and they were able to source a motor and do the replacement within a week. This is my shop now. Thank you, guys!!

  Apr 29, 2025
• Darren Sweeney

  Taken my Taco here twice, work is done very well and the cost is easy to swallow on any major repair. Will be bringer her back from now on

  Feb 19, 2025
• Michael Quesada

  This auto shop is awesome! I’m from Fresno had to get back from Lake Forest. Manager Eddie bent over backwards to get my car going so I can go home. I whole heartedly recommend the shop. They are very reasonable. Kudos to this place.

  Jan 06, 2025
• S M

  I've been going to CJA for more than 10 years. Their prices for maintenance and repairs are the best. They never try to upsell anything unnecessary. I highly recommend this place. All of the staff is super friendly and explains everything in detail. Thank you Eddie, Tony, Loan, Carlos...we'll be seeing you at the next oil change or any other repair on our cars!

  Dec 13, 2024
• kevin wong

  They just fixed the tpms problem of my 2005 honda pilot by replacing the sensors and programmed, really feel good without the light on any more.

  Dec 13, 2024
• Xochitl Padilla

  I recently visited this shop for smog and was thoroughly impressed with their excellent service. Good location, easy to get in and out. The the staff was efficient and friendly, ensuring a fast and hassle-free experience. I appreciated their attention to detail and professionalism. They even tried to help me with a code issue on my car. I highly recommend this smog check center!

  Nov 18, 2024
• Kenneth Yang

  good price and professional. I try a couple one near my home, but eventually i come back here. no doubt on their technical stuff, also fair price and good material quality

  Sep 27, 2024
• David Richards

  We've been getting our cars serviced at Certified Japanese Auto Repair for almost thirty years. The team is so good and professional. They also have great pricing. What could be better? Thank you, again, Eddie for our service today. Awesome!

  Jun 25, 2024
• M P.

  Honest and reliable. I highly recommend this shop because it will take good care of your car whatever service you need. The owner Carlos is such an amazing person. He is the best owner and chief mechanic..

  Nov 02, 2023
• MaX T

  I’ve been doing my car service here for a few month now. Eddie is the best and the only. he’s very knowledgeable about what issue your car have and always calls customers on time and inform them with details and pricing about the progress of the service. Here everything is easy, clear, fast and clean work .

  Oct 02, 2023
• Taryn Cathorall

  Seriously come here. Did some great work on my car!! Noticed my coil overs were done really badly. I had bought a car and wanted them to check it out so they checked it over and fixed my coil overs. Checked my transmission and recommended me to get a software update. Great, friendly and fast service!!! Affordable as well. You can trust the mechanics, they are not trying to scam you.

  Sep 28, 2023
• Xkorp

  This is an outstanding auto repair shop that offers great service, fair prices, and zero upselling. Unlike dealerships, their prices are reasonable, saving me a lot of money. Plus, I didn't have to worry about pushy upsells. The skilled mechanics fixed my car quickly, and the staff provided excellent customer service. Highly recommended for hassle-free and cost-effective repairs!

  Jun 22, 2023
• Jorge A. Iniguez

  I called this shop after the Tustin Toyota prices for regular maintenance seemed a little too high. Eddie was able to save me around $500 dollars for the same exact repairs. Most of them were coolant, and brake fluid exchanges. Thanks for helping me save a bunch!! Will be coming back!

  Dec 08, 2022
• Munzer Moubayed

  Eddie is a great service person and very professional. I took my Toyota Prius to the dealership and they diagnosed the wrong problem. They were guessing. When they figured it out, they asked for arm and leg to fix. I brought it to Eddie and he diagnosed it right and his fees were very fair and reasonable. I highly recommend this shop for car repairs and good service.

  Dec 26, 2021
• Zachary Zeiler

  Vehicle service requires professional, knowledgeable, and very patient people to deal with vehicle owners. In my many years of their services for my vehicle and family vehicles, they NEVER let us down. Great work, great value, and really great people. I recommend them. Plus if you need a SMOG, they do it right the first time, every time.

  Feb 24, 2021
• Alex Bennett

  Really like these guys. I bring all my cars here, even my ford van and my son's Saab. Extremely good mechanics. Very good prices. Honest, straight shooters I feel I can trust. They never hesitate to help with a simple fix or good advice - no charge. It is a very busy shop, so good to call ahead and check scheduling.

  Aug 22, 2017
• Dawson Bolus

  Had my Civic Si serviced for new shocks and window motor replacement. They were super nice and patient with me even though they were very busy. Great vibe and the prices were better than competitors for labor cost. I'll go back for sure. Jon is an awesome human being and mechanic.

  Jul 12, 2017