PM Autoworks Subaru Specialist
PM Autoworks Subaru Specialist is an independent Subaru repair shop in San Jose, California, working under the line "Subaru Repair Is All We Do." The shop, short for Power Motive Autoworks, was first established in 2016 by a group that started as a car club and grew into a team of master technicians and racing enthusiasts with over 10 years of experience servicing and racing Subarus. Services cover factory scheduled maintenance at 30k, 60k, 90k, and 120k mile intervals, synthetic oil and filter changes, check engine light and drivability diagnostics, engine repair including head gaskets and timing components, CVT and transmission service, brakes, suspension and alignment, cooling system repair, and wheel bearing replacement. Work is performed by ASE Certified Technicians using Genuine Subaru parts and OEM components, and qualifying repairs and services are covered by a 2-Year / 24,000-Mile warranty. The shop is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is closed Saturday and Sunday.
Services
Subaru scheduled maintenance
30k, 60k, 90k, and 120k mile factory scheduled services.
Synthetic oil and filter changes
Check engine light diagnostics
Engine repair
Oil leaks, timing components, head gaskets, rod bearing failure, and engine replacement or rebuild.
CVT and transmission service
CVT diagnosis, fluid services, drivetrain repairs, and clutch replacement.
Why choose us?
Location & hours
226 Phelan Ave Unit b, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
FAQs
Do you work only on Subarus?
Yes. PM Autoworks is a Subaru specialist and states that Subaru repair is all it does, so the technicians work on these vehicles every day.
Do you use genuine Subaru parts?
Yes. The shop states it uses only Genuine Subaru parts and OEM components, along with Subaru fluids.
Do you offer a warranty on repairs?
Yes. PM Autoworks backs qualifying repairs and services with a 2-Year / 24,000-Mile warranty.
What are your hours?
The shop is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is closed Saturday and Sunday.
Will service outside the dealership void my factory warranty?
No. The shop points to the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, under which you can choose where your Subaru is serviced without voiding your factory warranty, as long as maintenance is performed correctly using quality parts and fluids that meet Subaru's specifications.
How long does service take?
It depends on the service. PM Autoworks says routine maintenance is often completed the same day, while more extensive repairs may take longer, and the shop provides a timeline before work begins and updates you throughout the process.
How often should I service my Subaru?
Most Subaru vehicles follow a maintenance schedule every 6,000 miles, with larger services at the 30k, 60k, 90k, and 120k mile intervals that the shop performs.
Can I get an estimate before scheduling?
Yes. You can call the shop or submit its online form and the team will discuss your Subaru's symptoms or the service you are looking for.