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

The Smog Stop

✓ STAR Certified

6414 University Ave Ste B, San Diego, CA 92115

Call (619) 609-3189 Apple Maps Google Maps

BAR license #283189 · state Bureau of Automotive Repair records · data refresh 2026-08-02

About this STAR station

You'll find The Smog Stop at 6414 University Ave Ste B in San Diego, CA (San Diego County). State Bureau of Automotive Repair records as of 2026-08-02 list it as a certified STAR station under BAR license #283189.

Phone: (619) 609-3189. Hours and wait times vary — calling first beats a wasted trip.

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Common questions

Where is The Smog Stop located?

The Smog Stop is at 6414 University Ave Ste B, San Diego, CA 92115, in San Diego County. Phone: (619) 609-3189.

Is The Smog Stop a STAR-certified station?

Yes — state Bureau of Automotive Repair STAR program records (refreshed 2026-08-02) list The Smog Stop (BAR license #283189) as STAR-certified. Every listing on FindStarStation comes from those records.

How much does a smog check cost in California?

Typical range $30-$90.

  • STAR slightly more
  • $8.25 certificate fee separate
  • Diesel/hybrid often higher

Per BAR (California Bureau of Automotive Repair).

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.