Welcome to Bonita Valley Auto Care,
your car service in Bonita, CA!
Bonita Valley Auto Care is a well-established, highly reputable auto repair shop located in Bonita, CA. We serve customers all over Chula Vista, Bonita and surrounding areas. We are a top AAA Approved Auto Repair Shop with 100% Customer Satisfaction rankings with their independent surveys. The more you get to know us, the more you’ll like how we care for you and your vehicles.
Here at Bonita Valley Auto Care we understand 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 Bonita 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 Bonita, we are totally confident that Bonita Valley Auto Care is the best option in town!
Address
Bonita Valley Auto Care
3995 Bonita Rd
Bonita, CA 91902-1230
(619) 475-1714
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri : 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun : Closed
- Cashier available 6AM to 8PM
- 24 Hour Secure Drop-off Box
- Discounted Rental Car
- Shuttle Service
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About Bonita Valley Auto Care Bonita, CA
Hi, my name is Bill Ballard, the owner of Bonita Valley Auto Care. I’ve been around cars since I was born, pumping gas at an early age and progressing as an ASE Master automotive technician. I have built our shop well by devoting our efforts to giving the very best of care. I have grown up here, and want to make sure I care for each customer the way I would want to be treated.
For years Bonita Valley Auto Care has been there for the people of Bonita. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Bonita has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Bonita Valley Auto Care as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Bonita Valley Auto Care was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Bonita Valley Auto Care the best car service in Bonita!
Are you ready to experience the best Bonita car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Bonita, CA
What sets Bonita Valley Auto Care apart from all of the others in Bonita, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Bonita, 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 Bonita Valley Auto Care, 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 Bonita auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Bonita, 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
2014 Jeep Cherokee
Mileage106,766Service Date1/28/2026Services Performed- Diagnose check engine light and give estimate for repair. Diagnostic covers only codes present when vehicle is first presented. Because the check engine light monitors every system in the vehicle there are hundreds of different reasons the check engine light can be illuminated. If on returning the check engine light is illuminated and the computer is storing a different code, unrelated to any system diagnosed or repaired within the past year or 12000 miles, a distinct diagnostic fee will be charged again. C212A Dodge Code – System Voltage Below Or Above Threshold Read Code: B2199-16 Battery Voltage – Circuit Voltage Below Threshold B210C Code – Starter Control Relay OFF BATTERY TESTED BAD, RECOMMEND REPLACING BATTERY AND RETEST. CUSTOMER HAS A WARRANTY AND WAS REPLACED BY AAA ON SITE.
JIM L. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/3/20262020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Mileage67,284Service Date1/23/2026Services Performed- Road test vehicle. Check all suspension and steering parts for wear. Check tire pressure and condition. Check riding height. Check alignment of all four wheels. CHECK AND SET TOE ANGLE, CHECK CAMBER AND CASTER. ADJUSTING CAMBER OR CASTER IS ADDITIONAL LABOR AND POSSIBLY PARTS.
ISMAEL R. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/29/20262007 MINI Cooper
Mileage55,141Service Date1/12/2026Services Performed- REPLACED OIL FILTER HOUSING GASKET, VEHICLE IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED AT THIS TIME.
- FOUND OIL FEED PIPE AND RETURN LINE TO TURBOCHARGER LEAKING. RECOMMEND REPLACE OIL LINE AND RETURN LINE FOR TURBO CHARGER.
- HAZMAT FEE
- TECHNICIAN REPLACED OIL LINE AND RETURN LINE TO THE TURBO CHARGER. AFTER REPAIRS VEHICLE IS DRIVING AS DESIGNED AT THIS TIME.
PEGGY L. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/25/20262012 Toyota Corolla
Mileage181,961Service Date1/22/2026Services Performed- LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT PADS ___2MM_____ PADS ____3MM____ ROTOR ___.749_____ ROTOR ___7.47_____ DISCARD ____7.48____ LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR [ ]PAD [ ]PAD [X ]SHOE __6MM______ [X ]SHOE ___6MM_____ LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR [ ]ROTOR [ ]ROTOR [X ]DRUM __9.4______ [X ]DRUM ___9.4_____ DISCARD ___.748_____ BRAKE FLUID __RECOMMEND_____ Recommend to replace front brake pads and brake rotors.
- LUBE, OIL AND FILTER
- HAZMAT FEE
- Replace front brake pad linings and rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
MICHAEL V. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/23/20262015 Mazda 3
Mileage217,480Service Date1/9/2026Services Performed- AFTER REPAIRS VALVE COVER GASKET IS NO LONGER LEAKING AT THIS TIME.
FLORENTINO B. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/11/20262014 Chrysler 300
Mileage133,718Service Date12/11/2025Services Performed- LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT PADS ____3mm____ PADS ___3mm_____ ROTOR ____27.00mm____ ROTOR ___27.00mm_____ DISCARD ___26.5mm_____ LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR [x ]PAD [x ]PAD [ ]SHOE ___0mm_____ [ ]SHOE ____3mm____ LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR [x ]ROTOR [x ]ROTOR [ ]DRUM ___0mm_____ [ ]DRUM ___0mm_____ DISCARD ___8.5mm_____ BRAKE FLUID __Good_____ Found front brakes low and brake rotors with heat spots, rear brakes are metal to metal and rotors damaged. Recommend to replace front and rear brake pads with brake rotors.
- LUBE, OIL AND FILTER
- HAZMAT FEE
- Replace front brake pad linings and rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
- Replace rear brake pad linings and rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
JOSE P. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/13/20252016 Hyundai Accent
Mileage114,725Service Date12/3/2025Services Performed- Diagnose check engine light and give estimate for repair. Diagnostic covers only codes present when vehicle is first presented. Because the check engine light monitors every system in the vehicle there are hundreds of different reasons the check engine light can be illuminated. If on returning the check engine light is illuminated and the computer is storing a different code, unrelated to any system diagnosed or repaired within the past year or 12000 miles, a distinct diagnostic fee will be charged again.
- CATALYTIC CONVERTER – Remove & Replace – Front,w/Exhaust Manifold
- LUBE, OIL AND FILTER
- HAZMAT FEE
- BG COMPRESSION PERFORMANCE RESTORATION (BG PART #109) CLEANS AND SOFTENS, EMULSIFIES AND DISSOLVES FUEL GUMS THAT CLOG RINGS. COMPRESSION WILL INCREASE WITH REMOVAL OF THESE DEPOSITS.
WILLIAM G. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/7/20252006 Honda Ridgeline
Mileage111,956Service Date11/11/2025Services Performed- PERFORMED TRANSMISSION FLUID EXCHANGE, CLEANED ACCUMULATED DEPOSITS, GUMS AND VARNISHES FROM THE VALVE BODY, FILTER AND OTHER TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS. ADDED ATC CONDITIONER TO HELP FLUID OXIDATION, CONDITION SEALS, HELPS PROLONG FLUID LIFE AND CONTROL TRANSMISSION SHUDDER, RETARDS FORMATION OF SLUDGE AND VARNISHES AND PREVENTS FOAMING.
- HAZMAT FEE
- LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT PADS ____8MM____ PADS ____8MM____ ROTOR ____1.089____ ROTOR ____1.085____ DISCARD ____1.02____ LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR [ ]PAD [ ]PAD [ ]SHOE ____8MM____ [ ]SHOE ____8MM____ LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR [ ]ROTOR [ ]ROTOR [ ]DRUM ____.421____ [ ]DRUM ____.425____ DISCARD ____.350____ BRAKE FLUID ___MARGINAL____
- LUBE, OIL AND FILTER
- TECHNICIAN NOTE Recovered .22 lbs out of 1.433 pounds high and low side pressures low, below spec. RECOMMENDATION Noted ac refrigerant stains near ac lines to evaporator, expansion valve. Recommend replace seals. Recommend replace ac port sharader valves.
- REPLACE HIGH AND LOW SIDE VALVES
- Service air conditioner. Check condition of all belts and lines. Evacuate and recharge with R-134A. DOES NOT INCLUDE DIAGNOSIS.
KEN C. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/22/20252013 Toyota Sienna
Mileage122,868Service Date9/19/2025Services Performed- Smog Check AND ELECTRONIC TRANSFER FEE
- CERT
DANIEL K. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/20/20252015 BMW 328i
Mileage104,368Service Date9/16/2025Services Performed- Road test vehicle. Check all suspension and steering parts for wear. Check tire pressure and condition. Check riding height. Check alignment of all four wheels. CHECK AND SET TOE ANGLE, CHECK CAMBER AND CASTER. ADJUSTING CAMBER OR CASTER IS ADDITIONAL LABOR AND POSSIBLY PARTS.
RUBEN G. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/19/20252011 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage77,828Service Date9/16/2025Services Performed- Smog Check AND ELECTRONIC TRANSFER FEE
- CERT
DENNIS F. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/19/20252019 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Mileage118,480Service Date8/22/2025Services Performed- LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT PADS ___7mm_____ PADS ___7mm_____ ROTOR ___1.483_____ ROTOR ___1.482_____ DISCARD ___1.433_____ LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR [x ]PAD [ x ]PAD [ ]SHOE ___9mm_____ [ ]SHOE ___9mm_____ LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR [x ]ROTOR [x ]ROTOR [ ]DRUM ___1.493_____ [ ]DRUM ___1.493_____ DISCARD ___1.433_____ BRAKE FLUID __Good_____
TROY H. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/25/2025







