Find a certified STAR smog check station near you in California — the station type your DMV renewal notice may require

Brians Automotive And Diagnostics

✓ STAR Certified

636 W 9th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

Call (760) 743-8863 Apple Maps Google Maps

BAR license #288094 · state Bureau of Automotive Repair records · data refresh 2026-08-02

About this STAR station

Located at 636 W 9th Ave in Escondido, CA, Brians Automotive And Diagnostics serves drivers across the San Diego County area. It holds current STAR certification per state Bureau of Automotive Repair program records (data refresh 2026-08-02) — BAR license #288094.

Phone: (760) 743-8863. Call ahead to confirm today's hours and wait before you drive over.

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Common questions

Where is Brians Automotive And Diagnostics located?

Brians Automotive And Diagnostics is at 636 W 9th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, in San Diego County. Phone: (760) 743-8863.

Is Brians Automotive And Diagnostics a STAR-certified station?

Yes — state Bureau of Automotive Repair STAR program records (refreshed 2026-08-02) list Brians Automotive And Diagnostics (BAR license #288094) as STAR-certified. Every listing on FindStarStation comes from those records.

How often do I need a smog check in California?

Every two years for most vehicles.

  • At sale or transfer
  • First 8 years exempt for new cars
  • Out-of-state imports need one

Per California DMV registration rules.

What does STAR smog check mean?

STAR is BAR's higher-standard certification.

  • Stations meet stricter equipment requirements
  • Directed vehicles must use STAR
  • Look for the STAR seal at the station

Per BAR (bar.ca.gov/smog-check).