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

Lakeside Radiator

✓ STAR Certified

9764 Los Coches Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040

Call (619) 443-2824 Apple Maps Google Maps

BAR license #120797 · state Bureau of Automotive Repair records · data refresh 2026-08-02

About this STAR station

Located at 9764 Los Coches Rd in Lakeside, CA, Lakeside Radiator serves drivers across the San Diego County area. State Bureau of Automotive Repair records as of 2026-08-02 list it as a certified STAR station under BAR license #120797.

Phone: (619) 443-2824. Confirm hours by phone before heading over; details can change between data refreshes.

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Common questions

Where is Lakeside Radiator located?

Lakeside Radiator is at 9764 Los Coches Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040, in San Diego County. Phone: (619) 443-2824.

Is Lakeside Radiator a STAR-certified station?

Yes — state Bureau of Automotive Repair STAR program records (refreshed 2026-08-02) list Lakeside Radiator (BAR license #120797) as STAR-certified. Every listing on FindStarStation comes from those records.

How many times can I retest after failing?

Unlimited retests allowed.

  • Must pay inspection fee each time
  • No certificate fee until pass
  • CAP can help with repair costs

Per BAR Consumer Assistance Program guidelines.

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.