Vista Smog Center

Yes. Vista Smog Center is STAR certified with the California Bureau of Automotive Repair, so it can test vehicles the DMV directs to a STAR station, including gross polluters.

Yes. Vista Smog Center is licensed as a Test Only smog station. This station performs the smog test and issues the certificate. It does not do repairs, so a failed vehicle has to be fixed elsewhere and brought back.

Vista Smog Center is open Monday 8:30 AM to 5 PM; Tuesday 8:30 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday 8:30 AM to 5 PM; Thursday 8:30 AM to 5 PM; Friday 8:30 AM to 5 PM; Saturday 8:30 AM to 3 PM. Closed Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call ahead if you are cutting it close.

Yes. Vista Smog Center accepts walk-ins, so you can drive in without booking ahead.

Vista Smog Center accepts Cash, Credit Card.

Vista Smog Center has held a BAR smog license since 2022. You can verify the license status at bar.ca.gov.

Vista Smog Center has a coupon price: $39.75 with this coupon.

Vista Smog Center does not take online bookings here, but walk-ins are welcome. Call (760) 536-3977 to check the wait.

Staff at Vista Smog Center speak English.

Bring the car, your registration or DMV renewal notice, and a way to pay. Most smog checks take 15 to 30 minutes, and most visits are closer to 20.

Vista Smog Center is a Test Only station, so it cannot do the repair. You would have the work done at a repair shop, then come back for the free retest within 30 days. California's Consumer Assistance Program covers up to $1,200 of emissions repairs for qualifying owners.