California Bureau of Automotive Repair — Smog Check information
California statewide information, not a promise that every vehicle needs an inspection
Read the official programme information. Exceptions depend on the vehicle and transaction; use the DMV notice and agency guidance.
Service area: California statewide programme information and station referrals; personal vehicle requirements and station availability vary. Area details & sources
It's important to find the right type of station for your needs. Some stations only do inspections, others only do repairs, and some can do both. Finding a station is easy—use our Auto Shop Locator to find one near you.
Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources
Test-and-repair station: Performs Smog Checks and emissions repairs.
Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources
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California Bureau of Automotive Repair · Smog Check consumer information (opens in a new tab)
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required - Bureau of Automotive Repair — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required
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Choose the required service type and contact the operator. An unqueried locator is not a verified directory of individual stations.
Service area: California statewide programme information and station referrals; personal vehicle requirements and station availability vary. Area details & sources
Source checked October 26, 2026
California Bureau of Automotive Repair · Smog Check consumer information (opens in a new tab)
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required - Bureau of Automotive Repair — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Auto Shop Locator
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Read the registration context and follow the notice for your vehicle; this guide does not calculate an individual exemption.
Service area: California statewide programme information and station referrals; personal vehicle requirements and station availability vary. Area details & sources
Source checked October 26, 2026
California Department of Motor Vehicles · DMV Smog Inspections (opens in a new tab)
Smog Inspections - California DMV — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Smog inspections are required when you register or renew registration for a vehicle in California, but there are some exceptions.
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Official BAR referral for inspection issues, unusual vehicles and other Referee services. No appointment or application was submitted.
Service area: California statewide programme information and station referrals; personal vehicle requirements and station availability vary. Area details & sources
Source checked October 26, 2026
California Bureau of Automotive Repair · Smog Check consumer information (opens in a new tab)
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required - Bureau of Automotive Repair — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Smog Check Referee
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Official programme referral; the applicant and vehicle must meet the programme's own eligibility rules.
Service area: California statewide programme information and station referrals; personal vehicle requirements and station availability vary. Area details & sources
Source checked October 26, 2026
California Bureau of Automotive Repair · Smog Check consumer information (opens in a new tab)
Smog Check: When you need one and what's required - Bureau of Automotive Repair — exact named programme, linked resource or published condition
Consumer Assistance Program
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