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Oceanside STAR Smog Check FAQ
Oceanside STAR Smog Check is a test-only STAR smog station at 3940 Mission Ave, open seven days: Monday 9 AM to 5 PM, every other day 8 AM to 5 PM. Walk in or book online, and call (760) 439-8000 with anything not answered below.
What are your hours?
Monday 9 AM to 5 PM; Tuesday 8 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday 8 AM to 5 PM; Thursday 8 AM to 5 PM; Friday 8 AM to 5 PM; Saturday 8 AM to 5 PM; Sunday 8 AM to 5 PM.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-ins are welcome until 30 minutes before closing. You can also book a time here: https://motorfyx.com/shops/ChIJVVXJ_09w3IARR2CGLOt2Pps/book/
What time is the last walk-in?
30 minutes before closing: Monday 4:30 PM; Tuesday 4:30 PM; Wednesday 4:30 PM; Thursday 4:30 PM; Friday 4:30 PM; Saturday 4:30 PM; Sunday 4:30 PM.
Where are you?
3940 Mission Ave, Oceanside. Call us at (760) 439-8000 if you need directions.
How do I book?
Book a time online here: https://motorfyx.com/shops/ChIJVVXJ_09w3IARR2CGLOt2Pps/book/. You can also call us at (760) 439-8000.
What should I bring?
Your vehicle and your DMV renewal notice if you have one.
How much is a smog check?
See our coupon page for the current price: https://oceansidestarsmog.com/coupon
Are you a STAR-certified station?
Yes, we are a STAR-certified station.
How long is a smog certificate good for?
90 days. When the car passes, you leave with a vehicle inspection report showing the result.
What happens if my car fails?
We go over the inspection report with you. A licensed test-and-repair or repair-only station of your choice handles the repair, and then the car comes back here for the $30 smog retest.
How does the $30 smog retest work?
One discounted retest for the same vehicle at the same station within 30 calendar days of the original paid, failed inspection. The retest is $21.75; if the vehicle passes, the $8.25 state certificate brings the total to $30. If it fails again, the retest is $21.75. A completed inspection that fails because readiness monitors are not ready counts as the retest. An inspection we abort costs nothing and does not use the retest; the 30-day window still applies. Additional retests and returns after 30 days are charged at posted regular prices. Repairs are not included.
Do you test diesels or older vehicles?
Please call us at (760) 439-8000 before you come in with a diesel, a 1999 or older vehicle, or anything other than a gas or hybrid car, truck, SUV or van, and we'll confirm.
Do you have coupons?
Yes. See our coupon page: https://oceansidestarsmog.com/coupon. Just mention it at the counter. One coupon per visit, not combined with other offers.
How do I pay?
Payment is made at the counter when your service is done.
How do I reach a person?
Call us at (760) 439-8000 during business hours. Messages sent through Google may get a first reply from an automated assistant, which can hand your question to our staff.
Still have a question?
Call (760) 439-8000 or book online.
All Smog · 3940 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058 · BAR license #298098 · (760) 439-8000