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Auto Electrical
Independent Automotive Inc provides the best electrical auto service in Sparks, hands down.
Heating & Air Conditioner Repair
For the best cooling and heating auto repair service in Sparks, trust Independent Automotive Inc.
Engine Auto Service
When that check engine light comes on, it’s hard not to feel annoyed or even worried.
Maintenance & Auto Service
It’s a fact: regular, quality maintenance extends the life of your vehicle. It also gives you the peace of mind you need.
Exhaust Service
If you’re concerned about passing emissions or you already know your exhaust system isn’t what it should be, visit Independent Automotive Inc in Sparks.
Top-Notch Auto Services
We are a family-owned, Subaru-specialized, and equipped to handle all foreign and domestic repairs with expert diagnostics and certified emissions services. Going beyond fixing cars we elevate your driving experience.
Why Choose Independent Automotive Inc
When it comes to car repair, there are plenty of options available. But, not all auto repair shops are created equal. At Independent Automotive Inc our friendly and knowledgeable team has years of experience in the auto repair industry, from minor repairs to major overhauls- we’ve seen it all!
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The Absolute Best Car Service in Sparks, NV
Independent Automotive Inc
What sets Independent Automotive Inc apart from all of the others in Sparks, NV?
Quality Service
We use the latest diagnostic equipment and high-quality parts to ensure your vehicle is repaired to the highest standards. We are also a Nevada Certified Emissions Station and Area A 2G shop, qualified to perform all required emissions testing and repairs with confidence.
Experienced and Certified Technicians
Our technicians many of whom are ASE Certified Master Technicians bring a passion for quality and a deep understanding of Subaru and all foreign and domestic vehicles. Whether you’re dealing with a complex electrical issue, advanced late-model control system, or a simple repair, our superior diagnostic capabilities ensure the job is done right the first time.
Customer Satisfaction
Our goal is to exceed your expectations and ensure your complete satisfaction with every visit. At Independent Automotive Inc, you’re more than just a customer you’re part of our community. We look forward to serving our community for decades to come with the same excellence you’ve always known.
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Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2020 Acura RDX
Mileage54,889Service Date1/28/2026Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS WE PERFORM FACTORY RECOMMENDED B2 MAINTENANCE.
- VALVE CLEARANCE – ADJUST – [Adjust only if noisy.] BRAKE HOSES & LINES – INSPECT – [Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leakage.] DRIVESHAFT/PROPELLER SHAFT DUST BOOTS – INSPECT – [Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness.] ENGINE COOLANT – INSPECT – [Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. Make sure it is between the MAX mark and the MIN mark. If the coolant level in the coolant reservoir is at or below the MIN mark, add coolant to bring it up to the MAX mark, then inspect the cooling system for leaks.] EXHAUST SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Check catalytic converter heat shields, exhaust pipes, and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness. NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do this maintenance item will not void the customer's emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be done at the recommended interval, to ensure long-term reliability.] FLUID & LUBRICANT LEVELS – INSPECT FRONT & REAR BRAKES – INSPECT – [Check pads and discs for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks. Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts.] FUEL LINES & CONNECTIONS – INSPECT – [Check for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration; retighten loose connections and replace damaged parts. NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do this maintenance item will not void the customer's emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be done at the recommended interval, to ensure long-term reliability.] PARKING BRAKE – INSPECT STEERING COMPONENTS – INSPECT – [Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots. Check steering linkage. Check boots for damage and leaking grease. Check fluid lines for damage and leaks.] SUSPENSION COMPONENTS – INSPECT – [Check bolts for tightness. Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.] ENGINE OIL – REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER – REPLACE MAINTENANCE MINDER LIGHT – RESET – [Reset the Maintenance Minder Light after every service is performed. If the Light is reset without performing a service, the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals. This can lead to serious mechanical problems because you will no longer have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed.]
- INDICATOR – SERVICE B MAINTENANCE @SERVICE B – w/o Valve Adjustment
- VALVE CLEARANCE – ADJUST – [Adjust only if noisy.] DRIVE BELTS – INSPECT – [Look for cracks and damage, then check the position of the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator.] AIR CLEANER ELEMENT – REPLACE – [If the vehicle is driven primarily in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).] CABIN AIR FILTER – REPLACE – [If the vehicle is driven mostly in areas that have high concentrations of dust, pollen, or soot in the air, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Replace the filter whenever airflow from the heating and air conditioning system is less than normal.] MAINTENANCE MINDER LIGHT – RESET – [Reset the Maintenance Minder Light after every service is performed. If the Light is reset without performing a service, the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals. This can lead to serious mechanical problems because you will no longer have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed.]
- MERCHANT FEE
- FOUND PLUG LOOSE. SECURED PLUG, TOPPED OF FLUID AND CLEANED. KEEP UNDER OBSERVATION.
CHRIS F. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/2/2026 -
2006 Lexus IS 250
Mileage92,799Service Date1/29/2026Services Performed- 27- POINT VEHICLE CHECKUP WITH TEST DRIVE.
- REPLACE OIL AND OIL FILTER. RESET MAINT MINDER.
- NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. FOUND PENDING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE STORED IN PCM P0101 MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR RANGE PERFORMANCE FAULT. P0172 FUEL SYSTEM RICH BANK 1 P0174 FUEL SYSTEM RICH BANK 2 OBSERVED MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR [MAF] DATA PARAMETER IS WAY OUTSIDE EXPECTED RANGE AT 9.30 GRAMS PER SECOND [GPS], AND FUEL TRIMS VERY RICH ON BOTH BANKS AT IDLE AND UNDER LOAD [-20% BANK 1 -22% BANK 2]. CLEANED MAF, AND RE INSTALLED. NO CHANGE. REPLACED MAF WITH KNOWN GOOD TEST PART, AND OBSERVED MAF DATA PARAMETER NORMALIZED AT 3.40 GPS FLOW RATE AT IDLE. FUEL TRIM NORMALIZED AT +/- 4% AT IDLE AND UNDER LOAD. POWERTRAIN NOW OPERATING AS DESIGNED AT THIS TIME, FUEL ECONOMY RESTORED.
- MERCHANT FEE
KAIDEN B. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/30/2026 -
2008 Subaru Forester
Mileage117,649Service Date1/29/2026Services Performed- 27- POINT VEHICLE CHECKUP WITH TEST DRIVE.
- FOUND ALL TIRE PRESSURES OFF. CORRECTED PRESSURES AND CAR IN BRAKING AND DRIVING CORRECTLY. TPMS LIGHT IS NOW OUT.
- PERFORMED SERVICE
MING H. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/29/2026 -
2017 Subaru WRX
Mileage89,744Service Date1/27/2026Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS CLUTCH REPLACEMENT ESTIMATE ?
- SURFACE FLY WHEEL
- 27- POINT VEHICLE CHECKUP WITH TEST DRIVE.
- MERCHANT FEE
TYLER H. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/27/2026 -
2008 Ford Focus
Mileage172,406Service Date1/23/2026Services Performed- FOUND UPPER MOTOR MOUNT STUDS TO BLOCK NOT ATTACHED. ENGINE IS RESTING ON PLASTIC VALVE COVER. RECOMMEND REATTACH MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET STUDS TO BLOCK AND REPLACE MOUNT.
- FOUND THREADS ON MOTOR MOUNTING SURFACE DAMAGED ON ARRIVAL. RE TAPPED TREADS AND RE INSTALLED STUDS.
CHARLENE D. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/23/2026 -
2008 Subaru Outback
Mileage160,261Service Date1/23/2026Services Performed- CUSTOMER STATES CHECK SHOCKS, BRAKES, FLUIDS FILTERS AND SUSPENSION. WANTS TO EVALUATE IF VEHICLE IS WORTH KEEPING.
- VERIFIED HEAT SHIELD RATTLE. ADJUSTED AND RE TORQUED HEATSHIELD FASTENERS.
- CUSTOMER REQUESTS LUBE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE WITH TEST DRIVE. RESET MAINTENANCE REMINDER.
- REPLACE REAR BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.
- RADIATOR HOSE – Remove & Replace – 2.5L Eng One,Upper or Lower
- TIE ROD &/OR END – Remove & Replace – Inner,Both – [Includes: R&I Outer Tie Rod Ends.] – [Includes: Adjust toe-in only. NOTE: Deduct .4 if alignment is also performed. NOTE: Manufacturer recommends removal of Rack and Pinion Steering Gear when replacing I
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Both – [DOES NOT include alignment. DOES NOT include diagnosis or testing of Air Suspension.]
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Both – [Includes: Bleed Brake System (where applicable). DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment.]
- PERFORM 4WHEEL ALIGNMENT.
- REPLACE ENGINE AND CABIN AIR FILTER
- POWER STEERING PIPE – Remove & Replace – 2.5L Eng Pressure or Return,Pump to Reservoir,Pump to Cooler
- PERFORMED BRAKE FLUSH SERVICE WITH TEST DRIVE.
- MERCHANT FEE
Dave C. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/23/2026 -
2008 Subaru Impreza
Mileage195,278Service Date1/13/2026Services Performed- PERMANENT DAMAGE DONE TO TRANSMISSION. FLUID LOOKS INCORRECT. RED IN COLOR. EITHER ATF WAS PUT IN, OR THIS IS A FOREIGN CONTAMINANT.
- REPLACE BATTERY
- CUSTOMER REQUESTS LUBE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE WITH TEST DRIVE. RESET MAINTENANCE REMINDER.
- REPLACE ALL BURNED OUT BULBS. USE CUSTOMER SUPPLIED BULB IN GLOVE BOX AS NEEDED.
AMANDA B. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/16/2026 -
2008 Honda CR-V
Mileage175,072Service Date1/9/2026Services Performed- FOUND 2ND GEAR CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SWITCH OPEN / SHORTED CIRCUIT. RECOMMEND REPLACE SWITCH AND RETEST.
- 27- POINT VEHICLE CHECKUP WITH TEST DRIVE.
- PRESSURE SWITCH – Remove & Replace – 2nd Clutch Pressure Switch
- MERCHANT FEE
KENZI M. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/12/2026 -
2011 Subaru Outback
Mileage187,772Service Date1/9/2026Services Performed- WE FEEL THE AFTER MARKET MOTOR MOUNTS ARE NOT WORKING AS DESIGNED. REPLACED WITH FACTORY MOUNTS.
- CUSTOMER STATES REAR DEFROSTER DOES NOT WORK ?
- REPLACED HEADLIGHT KIT (AFTER MARKET HEADLIGHTS WILL BE MUCH CLEARER. ADJUSTMENT SOMETIME SIS NOT PERFECT. IF THESE DON'T WORK 100% THEN NEW FACTORY LIGHTS MAY BETTER SUITED )
- CUSTOMER REQUESTS LUBE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE WITH TEST DRIVE. RESET MAINTENANCE REMINDER.
- MERCHANT FEE
Stacy B. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/9/2026 -
2017 Subaru Crosstrek
Mileage58,538Service Date1/8/2026Services Performed- BATTERY FAILS PERFORMANCE TEST. CHARGING SYSTEM OK. RECOMMEND REPLACE BATTERY. BRAKES ARE SAFE AT THIS TIME.
- FOUND BATTERY TERMINAL END DAMAGED FROM CORROSION. REPLACED BATTERY TERMINAL END.
- MERCHANT FEE
Joylin N. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/8/2026 -
2017 Subaru WRX
Mileage113,160Service Date12/17/2025Services Performed- 500 MILE POST MOTOR / VEHICLE CHECKUP WITH TEST DRIVE.
- CUSTOMER REQUESTS LUBE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE WITH TEST DRIVE. RESET MAINTENANCE REMINDER.
- DIAG. CUSTOMER STATES PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR NOT OPENING ON FIRST TRY
JEREMY P. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/6/2026 -
2008 Chevrolet Suburban
Mileage89,914Service Date12/29/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER SUPPLIED PARTS NO WARRANTY
- MERCHANT FEE
Joe T. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/31/2025
Contact Us Today for an Auto Repair Estimate
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is always happy to answer any questions you may have and will keep you informed throughout the entire repair process. So why pick us for all your Sparks auto repair needs? The answer is simple: expertise, customer service, affordability, convenience, and quality. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and experience the difference for yourself. Please schedule an appointment with our friendly staff by clicking the Appointment tab above or by calling (775) 358-8184.
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