KUMA Automotive INC

Another Jeep back on the road!

Just finished up this 2019 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L. This one was a pretty big job involving some major engine work.

We removed the driver's side cylinder head, performed extensive engine repairs, and replaced the head gasket, timing components, water pump, thermostat, and spark plugs.

Got everything back together, and the road test went great!

It's always satisfying to finish a big job like this and get another vehicle back on the road.

If your car needs repairs, feel free to give us a call!

📍 KUMA Automotive 1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 📞 (530) 215-0224

🔧 Volvo S60 — Diagnosis

A Volvo S60 came in with an engine running issue.

After checking the ignition and fuel systems, we performed a compression test and found no compression in cylinders 1 and 2.

Based on the test results, we confirmed that the issue involves the internal mechanical components of the engine.

We explained our findings and repair options to the customer.

At KUMA Automotive, we believe in proper diagnosis first — then making a repair plan based on what we actually find.

📍 KUMA Automotive
1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA
📞 (530) 215-0224

European • Japanese • Domestic Vehicles

🚨 Check Engine Light On? Don’t Guess — Diagnose It Properly.

Today, a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter came into KUMA Automotive with a Check Engine Light and a loss of power while driving uphill.

We scanned the vehicle and found multiple DPF-related fault codes. Instead of simply clearing the codes or replacing parts based on a guess, we checked the live data and found an abnormal reading from the DPF differential pressure sensor.

Proper diagnosis helps identify the actual problem before money is spent on unnecessary repairs.

At KUMA Automotive, we don’t just plug in a scanner and hand you a trouble code. We take the time to test the system, review live data, and explain what we find in clear, simple terms.

You don’t need to know cars.
You just need clear answers.

🔧 European • Japanese • Domestic Vehicles

📍 KUMA Automotive
1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 96001
📞 (530) 215-0224
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.kumaautomotive.com

Have a warning light on or a vehicle that isn’t running right? Give us a call.

Got a repair estimate that doesn’t feel right?

Before spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars on a repair, it’s okay to get a second opinion.

At KUMA Automotive, we take the time to properly diagnose the problem and explain what we find in simple terms.

You don’t have to know everything about cars.
You just deserve to know what’s actually wrong and what your options are.

No pressure.
No unnecessary repairs.
Just honest answers.

KUMA Automotive
European • Japanese • Domestic Vehicles

📍 KUMA Automotive
1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 96001

📞 (530) 215-0224
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.kumaautomotive.com

Need a second opinion? Give us a call.

Another one back on the road 👍

This 2011 Jeep Liberty came in with the Check Engine Light on and transmission code P0750. The customer already had the parts and asked us to install them.

We replaced the transmission solenoid pack, input and output speed sensors, and transmission filter. We then refilled the transmission with the correct fluid, cleared the codes, and took it out for a test drive.

Everything is working normally now. The transmission is shifting properly, the Check Engine Light stayed off, and the Jeep is back on the road.

We normally close at 3 PM on Saturdays, but we stayed late today to finish this one up so our customer could get their Jeep back and back on the road today. Glad we were able to get it done! 👍

If you're having transmission problems, warning lights, strange noises, leaks, brake issues, or just need regular maintenance, give us a call. We work on European, Japanese, and domestic vehicles.

KUMA Automotive
1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 96001
530-215-0224

And with Labor Day coming up this Monday, we’d also like to wish all of our new and longtime customers and friends a Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸 Hope everyone has a safe and relaxing holiday!

Thank you to everyone in Redding and the surrounding communities for continuing to support our small local shop! 🔧🚗

🚗 KUMA AUTOMOTIVE
European Vehicle Specialist in Redding

Mercedes-Benz • BMW • Audi • Land Rover • Jaguar

Your European vehicle deserves experienced care.

At Kuma Automotive, we specialize in European vehicle diagnostics, maintenance, and repair. Our lead technician brings 15 years of Mercedes-Benz dealership experience to every vehicle we service.

🔧 Professional Diagnostics
🔧 Routine Maintenance & Service
🔧 Engine & Transmission Repair
🔧 Brake & Suspension Repair
🔧 Electrical Diagnostics
🔧 A/C & Cooling System Repair
🔧 Pre-Purchase Inspections

We believe in accurate diagnosis, quality workmanship, and honest recommendations—so you know what your vehicle needs and why.

Whether your Mercedes-Benz needs scheduled maintenance, your BMW has a warning light, or your Audi, Land Rover, or Jaguar needs repair, we’re here to help.

📍 KUMA Automotive
1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 96001

📞 (530) 215-0224
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.kumaautomotive.com

📞 Call or text us today to schedule your vehicle service!

Kuma Automotive — European vehicle expertise with personalized service.

❤️ More Than a 5-Star Review — It’s About Taking Care of Our Customers

We are truly grateful to Eric for leaving us such a warm and heartfelt review. ❤️

Eric and his family were traveling from Monterey, CA to Spokane, WA when they experienced unexpected vehicle trouble. They were on a tight schedule, had a car full of luggage, and their daughter was getting ready to head off to college. In this difficult situation, they came to Kuma Automotive on Friday, and our team did everything we could to help get them safely back on the road while also helping with their hotel and transportation arrangements.

In the end, they were able to complete their journey and make it to Spokane as planned. Hearing that their vehicle was running great after the repair and that they felt “at ease and well taken care of” truly meant so much to us. 🙏

What makes us especially happy is knowing that one simple principle we have always tried to follow was seen and appreciated by our customer:

Put yourself in the customer’s shoes.
If we were in the same situation, how would we hope someone would help us? That’s how we try to treat our customers.

To us, this is more than just another five-star review. It is recognition of the values and care we have always tried to put into our service. ❤️

We are truly grateful, and we hope that more customers will have the opportunity to experience the service, care, and sincerity we strive to provide at Kuma Automotive.

Thank you, Eric, for trusting us and for taking the time to share your experience! 🙏

📍 Kuma Automotive
1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 96001
📞 (530) 215-0224
🌐 www.kumaautomotive.com

🏆 Kuma Automotive — 2026 Top 5 Auto Repair Shop in Redding!

We’re honored to share that Kuma Automotive has been recognized as one of the Top 5 auto repair shops in Redding, CA 96001 for 2026, ranking #5 with a Momentum Score of 78, according to BusinessRate’s annual ranking based on Google Reviews.

For a small, locally owned shop, this recognition means a lot to us. ❤️

Our goal has always been simple:

🔧 Accurate Diagnostics — Find the real problem.
💰 Honest Pricing — No unnecessary costs.
🛠️ Quality Repairs — Fix what your vehicle actually needs.
🤝 No Unnecessary Repairs — No pressure. No unnecessary upselling.

Thank you to everyone in the Redding community who has trusted us with your vehicle and taken the time to share your experience.

Your trust means everything to us. ❤️

📍 1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 96001
📞 (530) 215-0224
🌐 www.kumaautomotive.com

Kuma Automotive
Honest Service. Quality Work. Customer Trust.

KUMA Automotive Auto Repair Service Introduction

🚗 If your car has an issue, we start with an accurate diagnosis before deciding how to repair it!

At KUMA Automotive, we stand by:

✅ Affordable pricing with transparent repairs
✅ Professional diagnostics with high accuracy
✅ No unnecessary part replacements or wasted money
✅ No upselling products or services you don’t need
✅ Specialized in European & Japanese vehicles

We understand that the worst part of car repair is not the cost itself, but paying for repairs that don’t actually solve the problem.

That’s why we prefer to first identify the issue correctly, then clearly explain:
what needs to be repaired, and what can safely wait.

🔧 Honest Work. Fair Price.
We are not here to make you spend more—we are here to help you fix your car properly.

❤️ Choose KUMA Automotive and trust your vehicle with us—you won’t be disappointed.

📍 KUMA Automotive
1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 96001

📞 (530) 215-0224
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.kumaautomotive.com

European & Japanese Repair Specialist
🔧 Honest Work • Fair Price • Your Car, Our Care

🇩🇪 Keeping German Classics on the Road.

1993 BMW 525i — 321,000+ Miles and Still Going Strong.

Another classic BMW serviced at KUMA Automotive. 🔧

This E34 came to us for maintenance and repairs, including:

✅ Cooling system service — radiator, hoses & coolant
✅ Brake fluid service
✅ Engine oil & filter service
✅ Driver door lock diagnosis
✅ Complete vehicle inspection

Older German vehicles require experience, attention to detail, and proper maintenance. Whether you drive a classic BMW like this one or a newer BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, MINI, or Porsche, KUMA Automotive is ready to help keep it running right.

🇩🇪 German & European Vehicle Service

Diagnostics • Maintenance • Electrical • A/C • Engine • Cooling • Brakes & Suspension

KUMA Automotive
📍 1618 Sacramento St, Redding, CA 96001
📞 (530) 215-0224
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.kumaautomotive.com

From German classics to modern European vehicles — expert care at KUMA Automotive. 🔧🇩🇪