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

Smog Centro

✓ STAR Certified

404 Highland Ave, National City, CA 91950

Call (619) 474-6418 Apple Maps Google Maps

BAR license #292450 · state Bureau of Automotive Repair records · data refresh 2026-08-02

About this STAR station

Smog Centro is a STAR station at 404 Highland Ave in National City, California (San Diego County). Per Bureau of Automotive Repair STAR program records (refreshed 2026-08-02), it is a certified STAR station — BAR license #292450.

Phone: (619) 474-6418. Call ahead to confirm today's hours and wait before you drive over.

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Common questions

Where is Smog Centro located?

Smog Centro is at 404 Highland Ave, National City, CA 91950, in San Diego County. Phone: (619) 474-6418.

Is Smog Centro a STAR-certified station?

Yes — state Bureau of Automotive Repair STAR program records (refreshed 2026-08-02) list Smog Centro (BAR license #292450) as STAR-certified. Every listing on FindStarStation comes from those records.

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).

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.