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Family-Owned Transmission Repair in Reno

Experienced powertrain specialists and transmission rebuilders equipped

to handle all your vehicle repair needs.

2 yr / 24,000 mi 

Warranty on rebuilt units

Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm 

Weekends by appointment

All major credit cards 

Extended warranties welcome

Our Transmission & Powertrain Services

From diagnosis to full rebuilds, everything your drivetrain needs under one roof.

Transmission

Rebuilt or replacement transmissions for cars, trucks, and SUVs, backed by our warranty.

Transmission Repair

Diagnostics and repairs for slipping, leaking, and hard-shifting transmissions.

Powertrain

The parts that carry power from your engine to your wheels.

4x4 / Transfer Case & Differential

Repair for 4x4 and AWD transfer cases and front and rear differentials.

Manual Transmission & Clutch

Clutch replacement and manual transmission repair.



Wholesale & Fleet Transmission

Units and service for repair shops, businesses, and fleets.

Heavy Duty Transmission Rebuilds

Stronger builds for trucks that tow, haul, and work hard.



Reno's Trusted Transmission & Powertrain Shop

Why Choose Valley Transmission & Automotive?

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Family-owned transmission repair shop with over 100 combined years of services

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Experienced powertrain specialists and transmission rebuilders equipped to handle all your vehicle repair needs.

2 years

Rebuilt units: Rebuilt unit warranty. Covers the rebuilt transmission we install in your vehicle.

3 years

Purchased units: Purchased unit warranty. Longer coverage on replacement units you purchase from us.

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Stop by the Shop

We're open Monday through Friday, and weekend appointments are available by request. Bring your vehicle in, or call and tell us what it's doing. We take all major credit cards, and extended warranties are welcome.

Serving Reno and Northern Nevada

Valley Transmission & Automotive serves drivers across Northern Nevada, the Lake Tahoe region, and Northeastern California. Find your town to see how we can help.

Reno

Sparks

Fallon

Elko

Incline Village 

Tahoe

Truckee

Portola

Gray Eagle

Graeagle

Mammoth

Susanville

Learn Before You Pay

Plain-English guides to help you understand what's happening under your vehicle.

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Quick Answers

Quick answers before you call.

  • How do I know if my transmission is going bad?

    Common signs include slipping or surging gears, delayed or rough shifting, a burning smell, red or brown fluid under your vehicle, new whining or clunking noises, and dashboard warning lights. If you notice any of these, call us before the problem gets worse.

  • What's the difference between a rebuilt and a replacement transmission?

    A rebuilt transmission is your original unit — disassembled, inspected, and reassembled with new parts. A replacement unit is a different transmission installed in place of your original. At Valley Transmission & Automotive, rebuilt units carry a 2-year/24,000-mile warranty and purchased replacement units carry a 3-year/100,000-mile warranty.

  • Do you work on transfer cases and differentials?

    Yes. In addition to transmissions, we service and repair transfer cases and differentials for 4x4 and AWD vehicles.

  • Do you accept extended warranties?

    Yes, extended warranties are welcome. Let us know when you call and we'll help walk you through the process before any work begins.

  • What are your hours?

    We're open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. Weekend appointments are available by request — just give us a call at (775) 825-5020.

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