A good repair shop that can diagnose and install a replacement transmission can be hard to find – especially on short notice. We can help you find a shop that does quality transmission diagnostics and installation for a fair price.

Need a replacement transmission? Get an estimate for replacement transmissions and local installation. Look up your transmission model by vehicle make and model.

What Transmission Do I Have?

We also include a guide for fair prices for both replacement transmissions and installation labor for the most common transmission models.

How to Save Money:

We try to recommend repair shops more likely to install a remanufactured transmission that you purchase on your own for cost savings. When buying a transmission through a repair shop or dealership, you generally will pay $300 – $800 more.

When buying factory direct, you can save $300 – $800 from what the shop will add as their markup on the transmission. Get a factory direct estimate by text message + email by clicking here.

Questions to ask when calling local repair shops:

Note: Before calling, have your 17-digit VIN# number (from the vehicle dash, door or an insurance card, registration or title) handy.

–Do you install transmissions? Can you quote me a price for installation?
(Check the guide table below for fair labor prices. Labor costs can differ by area.)

–What is your hourly labor rate?
(Typical rates average $75 – $115 per hour)

–Can I have the transmission shipped to your shop for install?
(If you are purchasing directly from a company selling a remanufactured transmission)

Transmission Installation Shop Locator:

Below is a searchable map of repair shops that may install used or remanufactured transmissions at fair labor prices.

Reliable Repair Shop Criteria:

The following are recommended criteria to look for when calling around to find the most fair and reliable local repair shop for transmission installation:

• Has been in business for 2 years or more.
• Has a 4.0 or higher Google Reviews and/or Yelp Reviews rating, with no patterns of 1-star reviews.
• Has a Better Business Bureau “B” or higher rating.
• Is willing to install customer supplied transmissions purchased through reputable suppliers.
• Charges a maximum $95/hour labor rate for initial transmission installation and has a warranty hourly rate that is less than retail for warranty repair work.
• Offers transmission replacement labor using established hourly book times (Mitchell, Alldata, Chilton, Motor, etc).
• Has ability to reflash/reprogram using OEM subscriptions for late model 2006+ vehicles (shop equipped with Snap-On Pass-Through Pro II/III, Drewtech CarDAQ-Plus 2, Drewtech RAP, or similar J2534 device)
• Have a repair shop that does excellent transmission diagnostics and installation and want to be recommended? Visit our For Shops page

Fair Replacement Transmission Cost and Labor by Model

Find your transmission model in the table below for fair prices from reputable suppliers. Also fair labor cost for local installation at a local auto repair shop.

Get a free estimate on a remanufactured transmission factory direct by email.

More Information by Transmission Type

Where to Buy a Used Transmission

Option 1: Buying through a Local Repair Shop

When you go to your local repair shop, they’ll order a used transmission from a local or out-of-state salvage yard, depending on availability.

Pro Tip: If you are having your used transmission installed at a local repair shop, this option is the most recommended way to buy a used transmission.

The major benefit here is that you will typically have some sort of warranty on both the parts and labor through the repair shop if the one they purchased fails.

Option 2: Buying direct through a Salvage Yard

If you are installing a used transmission yourself, the nationwide search engine most commonly used to find a salvage yard transmission by repair shops and insurance companies is www.car-part.com which is connected to almost every salvage yard in the US.

Car-part.com uses the Hollander interchange system for searching the exact used transmission that will interchange with yours.

Pro Tip: Buy From A Salvage Yard That is Within Driving Distance From You When Possible! Always sort by distance and buy in your local area for the matching used transmission to save on the cost of shipping, if the matching unit is available locally. Also, if you have a warranty situation, it is much more difficult to have a warranty claim resolved if you purchase a used transmission from out of state.

Only licensed salvage yards can list auto parts on car-part.com so you can be assured that the companies listed are actual salvage yards.

Option 3: Buying online through a broker or website

Buying a used transmission through a broker / website is not recommended. Most brokers / websites typically use the above www.car-part.com to find you a transmission, then mark up the part by several hundred dollars–charge a brokering fee–and not all online brokers are legitimate or give you the accurate mileage that was on the transmission they are selling. So in the end, you end up paying more for the same thing, at a higher risk of having difficulty if you need a warranty claim.

Pro Tip: Resist the urge to buy a low priced transmission over the Internet that claims low mileage. The risk of a warranty situation is generally not worth any savings of buying a cheap transmission from out of state. You will have little or no recourse if the transmission does not work right. If you prefer to not deal with a salvage yard, buy a used transmission for sale through your local repair shop. Because if you end up having a problem with the transmission (roughly 20-25% chance), buying through your local repair shop will save you the potential headaches of dealing with a third party from out of state who is trying to get a warranty unit from another salvage yard in another state. The repair shop you are buying through typically will already have an established relationship with that salvage yard and will get your situation resolved far easier than through an online broker.

Our Recommendation

We recommend Street Smart Transmission. Their transmissions carry a 3 year / unlimited miles warranty that covers both parts and labor. Their warranty is nationwide and attached to the VIN so it is transferable with ownership if you decide to sell the vehicle. It also covers both parts and labor for the installation of the replacement transmission.

Finding a Shop to Install the Remanufactured Transmission

If your transmission has failed, you’re going to need a skilled mechanic to replace it. You can find a shop using our shop locator map.

For warranty purposes, you need to find a reliable repair shop. That way, if the replacement transmission doesn’t work properly, the warranty will cover it.

Warranty

Each step in the remanufacturing process has to be verified by quality control managers before the build can continue. This guarantees uniform, properly functioning transmissions that will exceed the original manufacturer’s specifications. It also allows for a generous warranty that will protect you from transmission repair costs for up to three years.

• Standard coverage: 3 Years / Unlimited Mileage
• Commercial applications: 18 Months / 100,000 Miles
• Warranty is attached to the VIN number and can be transferred if the vehicle is sold
• Coverage is good at any licensed repair shop, anywhere in the United States
• Pays for parts & labor
• Replacement transmission will be shipped immediately upon receipt of a claim

In addition to the exceptional warranty coverage, every transmission is shipped to any business address for free, and core returns are shipped free as well. Between the build quality and the warranty, a our transmissions are literally better than new.

More Information by Make & Model

Auto Check Elite

(281) 644-9045
25551 Kingsland Blvd
Katy, TX 77494

Website: http://autocheckelite.com/

We are a full-service auto repair shop and proud to be serving Katy, Texas. We opened our doors in March of 2016 and the reception and support from the community has been nothing short of amazing. We are driven to become your preferred repair shop for all your automotive service needs by providing you the quality work you expect and the service you deserve.

Gary’s Transmission Service, Inc.

(281) 347-8888
21925 Franz Rd
Katy, TX 77449

Website: http://www.transmissionrepairkaty.com/

Gary’s Transmission Service Inc. is the premier transmission repair shop in Katy, Texas. We specialize in domestic and foreign transmission and drive line repair exclusively. Fixing YOUR transmission problem is our specialty and our priority.

Universal Transmission & Complete Auto Repair

(832) 437-4564
19410 FM 529
Cypress, TX 77433

Website: http://www.utransmissionsrepair.com/

My Transmission Experts

(281) 550-2249
5608 Hwy 6 N
Houston, TX 77084

Website: http://www.mytransmissionexperts.com/

Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers

(281) 578-0011
1803 S Mason Rd
Katy, TX 77450

Website: http://www.expressoil.com/

At the Mason Road location EXPRESS OIL CHANGE and Tire Engineers, customer service and quality care are our top priorities. We employ experienced, ASE-certified technicians trained to provide premium total-car care, and we use state-of-the-art equipment and premium parts to ensure the quality of our work. Every member of our in-house mechanical department works fast and works hard to make EXPRESS OIL CHANGE and Tire Engineers your one-stop automotive service provider.

C & B European Auto Service

(281) 392-6565
22020 Highland Knolls Dr
Katy, TX 77450

Website: http://www.candbeuropean.com/

We use factory parts that you would get at the dealership, for a fraction of the price. All our repairs are warrantied for 12,000 miles or 1 year. We strive to learn everything about the car to provide the fast and accurate service and repair you expect from an automotive repair shop.

Katy Auto Care

(281) 693-2886
22459 Katy Fwy
Katy, TX 77450

Website: http://www.katyautocare.com/

Gil and Traci Harris moved to Katy, Texas, from Alabama, with their children–Ashley, Matt, Gabe, Isaac in 1997. They instantly fell in love with Katy and all of its charm. The Harris’s are very active in their community with school, sports, and church. Gil and Traci teach Sunday School for the pre-schoolers at Kingsland Baptist Church and are very family oriented. Please come by at your convenience and meet Gil and the rest of our staff.

Bumbera’s Performance Associates

(281) 493-9300
6103 Hwy Blvd,
Katy, TX 77494

Website: http://bumberas.com/

We do many things at Bumbera’s but the bottom line is this: no matter what you drive – if it has at least 4 wheels we can service it, restore it, repair it, make it pretty, and make it go fast!

A-1 Transmission Specialists

(281) 579-3313
20445A Morton Rd
Katy, TX 77449

Website: http://www.a1transmissionspecialists.com/

John is a Master ASE Certified Technician who grew up in a family owned transmission shop. Worked with his dad since the age of 11 and now has over 20 years experience in rebuilding automatic and standard transmissions. He attended General Motors training school for specialized electronics systems training and Transmission/Transaxle diagnosis and repair. Also a specialist in (4×4 trucks), classic car and high performance muscle car transmissions.

My Transmission Experts

(281) 392-5060
21946 Kingsland Blvd
Katy, TX 77450

Website: http://www.mytransmissionexperts.com/

We are located just off of Mason Road on south of I-10 on Kingsland Boulevard. We’re right next to Mo’s Place behind Panda Express. If you’re having trouble finding us or you’re stuck and need a toe to our shop, just give us a call at (281) 643-7559 and we’ll be happy to help.

Gary’s Transmission Service

(281) 347-8888
21925 Franz Rd #504
Katy, TX 77449

Website: http://www.transmissionrepairkaty.com/

Gary’s Transmission Service Inc. is the premier transmission repair shop in Katy, Texas. We specialize in domestic and foreign transmission and drive line repair exclusively. Fixing YOUR transmission problem is our specialty and our priority.

Katy Transmission Service

(281) 407-6600
805 Avenue D
Katy, TX 77493

Website: http://www.katytransmissionrepair.com/

Honest, timely, and highly skilled, Katy Transmission Service provides superior Katy transmission repair services. If you are in a bind and need a miracle solution, get in touch with us.

Transmission Shops in Nearby Areas

Texas State Licensing Requirements

Texas does not require transmission shops in Katy, TX to qualify for a state license, so there is no state standard for competency among transmission repair services. They require only a registration, for which there is no inspection or testing of ability in transmission repair.

Need a replacement transmission? Get an estimate for replacement transmissions and local installation. Look up your transmission model by vehicle make and model.

What Transmission Do I Have?

Likewise, Texas has no legal requirement that services for transmission repair in Katy, TX first show proof of liability insurance to reimburse you in the event of any damages that might occur during servicing.