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Engine Repair in Riverton, UT

From a check engine light to a full rebuild, our ASE-certified Riverton techs find the real problem first. Free check engine scan, 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty*.

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2284 W 12600 S, Riverton, UT 84065 · Get Directions

Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:00pm | Sat Closed | Sun Closed ·

  • Waiting room
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  • Walk-ins welcome
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12-month / 12,000-mile warranty* on parts & labor

Honored at every Master AutoTech location · Serving Utah and Idaho since 1963

*Exclusions apply. Ask your service advisor for full warranty terms.

Engine Repair at Master AutoTech Riverton in Riverton, UT

  • ASE Certified Technicians
  • Best of State Utah
  • Top Workplaces
  • Family Owned Since 1963

Master AutoTech Riverton diagnoses and repairs engines on cars, trucks and SUVs for drivers across Riverton, Herriman and South Jordan, from a misfire or oil leak to a full rebuild. We start with a free check engine light scan, explain what we find, and back engine repairs with our 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty*.

When a check engine light comes on during the commute, our shop is easy to reach: we’re on 12600 South near Park Avenue, a short drive from Bangerter Highway. Pull in for a free code scan and we’ll tell you what it means.

Engine Repair Services We Offer

Engine diagnostics

Free check engine light scan, then hands-on testing to find the root cause, not just the code.

Engine repairs

Ignition, fuel system, sensors, gaskets, timing components and more, repaired with quality parts.

Oil & coolant leaks

Valve cover, oil pan, head gasket and water pump leaks traced and sealed.

Cooling system

Thermostats, radiators, hoses and water pumps to stop overheating.

Engine rebuilds

Inspection, machining and reassembly to factory specifications when repair isn’t enough.

Preventive maintenance

Oil changes, filters, belts and tune-ups that keep small problems from becoming big ones.

Signs You Need Engine Repair

Most engine problems give you warning first, and catching them early often means a repair instead of a rebuild. Here’s what the common signs usually point to:

  • Check engine lightSteady can mean anything from a loose gas cap to a failing sensor. Flashing means an active misfire: stop driving and call us.
  • Knocking, ticking or grindingWorn internal parts, low oil or valve train problems.
  • Loss of power or hesitationUsually the fuel or ignition system.
  • Rough idle or stallingIgnition, fuel or vacuum leaks, often with vibration at a stop.
  • Overheating or steamA bad thermostat, water pump, radiator or a coolant leak.
  • Hard startingEspecially on cold mornings: the battery, starter, ignition or fuel delivery.
  • Fluid spots or burning smellsOil, coolant or other fluids leaking, sometimes onto hot engine parts.
  • A sudden drop in MPGFaulty sensors, fuel system problems or worn parts.
  • Vibration at speedEngine mounts, misfires or a transmission problem.
  • Visible damageCracked hoses, worn belts or loose wiring under the hood.

What your exhaust smoke color means: blue usually means burning oil from worn piston rings or valve seals; white can mean coolant in the combustion chamber from a failing head gasket; black means the engine is running too rich, often a fuel injection or air intake problem.

How Much Does Engine Repair Cost in Riverton?

Engine repair costs range widely, from a sensor or ignition coil to a head gasket or rebuild. The biggest factors are what failed, how much labor it takes to reach, your vehicle’s make and engine, and the parts grade. That’s why we diagnose first. The check engine light scan is free, and we give you an estimate before any repair begins.

Need to spread out the cost? Master AutoTech offers several financing options, including the Goodyear Credit Card (6-month special financing on purchases of $250 or more), the Synchrony Car Care credit card, the 1stMILE Mastercard, Snap Finance, Acima, Surepay and RC Willey financing.

Why Choose Master AutoTech Riverton for Engine Repair

Diagnose before we repair

A free scan plus hands-on testing, so you pay for the fix you need and nothing else.

ASE-certified technicians

Every Riverton tech must earn ASE certification within 90 days of joining.

Honest advice

If a repair can wait, we’ll tell you. If it can’t, we’ll show you why.

Utah family business since 1963

Backed by the state’s largest auto repair franchise and our 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty*.

What Riverton Drivers Say

4.7 ★ · 527 Google reviews

“Amazing experience. Jay is very kind, quick, and knowledgeable about everything we needed. Good price and he was able to do emissions after fixing me up! Very speedy, quality service. Props to all the guys that work there!”

Tessa Howell

“Fast service. Up front about problems and probable solutions. Did not over promise, nor did they under deliver. I’ve been driving on repairs from them for over a year now with zero problems. Highly recommend.”

Joe Wolsey

“Had them do our brakes. We’ve used them a handful of times and they’ve always been honest and a fair price. They have told us other things we need to fix but more than once have told us it’s probably not worth the cost vs. the age of the vehicle, so we are aware and can decide. Got us in more quickly than another place could.”

Deborah Bracken

Trust your engine with a master mechanic

Check engine light on? Book a free scan or call 801-436-5659.

How Often Should Your Engine Be Serviced?

Most engine repairs start as skipped maintenance. Utah’s dry air and temperature swings dry out belts and hoses, and short winter trips are hard on oil. Follow your owner’s manual, and use this as a guide:

Service Typical interval
Oil & filter change 3,000–7,500 miles depending on oil type
Engine air filter Every 15,000–30,000 miles, sooner on dusty roads
Spark plugs Every 30,000–100,000 miles depending on plug type
Timing belt (if equipped) Every 60,000–100,000 miles
Coolant flush Every 30,000–60,000 miles

About Master AutoTech Riverton

We’re a family-owned shop that treats every vehicle like it belongs to a neighbor. Master AutoTech started as Master Muffler in 1963 and grew into Utah’s largest auto repair franchise. Every technician here earns ASE certification within 90 days of joining the team. Meet our team.

You’ll find us on 12600 South near Park Avenue, near the Riverton Post Office, a short drive from Bangerter Highway. Look for our red Master AutoTech entrance and monument sign on 12600 South and pull into our lot.

Wait in our waiting room with free Wi-Fi, or step out while we work: Starbucks and Jersey Mike’s are a short walk east. We take care of drivers from Riverton, Herriman, South Jordan, Bluffdale and Draper every day.

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Download the Master AutoTech app and earn rewards

  • Rewards & offersOffers and rewards land right in the app, not in a drawer full of coupons.
  • Check-engine alertsSee the actual codes your car is throwing and message the shop about them.
  • Maintenance trackingKnow what’s due and what’s overdue, with a weekly report on your vehicle.
  • Glove BoxKeep registration, insurance and service records in one place.

How to get rewards: download the free app and your offers and rewards land right in it, ready to use at your next visit. Open the app before your visit to see what’s waiting for you. Book a Master Oil Change and get a free Master Link that connects your car to the app.

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Areas We Serve

Drivers come to Master AutoTech Riverton for engine repair from across Riverton, Herriman and South Jordan.

Book an AppointmentCall 801-436-5659

Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:00pm | Sat Closed | Sun Closed

Get Directions · 2284 W 12600 S, Riverton

✓ 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty* *Exclusions apply.

✓ Financing available · See options

✓ Free check engine light scan

✓ Get rewards in the Master AutoTech app

Offer

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Buy 3 tires, get the 4th free, Oct 1 – Dec 31.

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Nearby Master AutoTech Locations

Master AutoTech Sandy

5.9 miles away

9235 700 E
Sandy, UT 84070

801-657-5020

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Master AutoTech West Jordan

6.0 miles away

1608 W 7800 S
West Jordan, UT 84088

801-938-8034

Engine Repair in West Jordan

Master AutoTech Tooele

18.3 miles away

278 N Main St
Tooele, UT 84074

435-228-7288

Engine Repair in Tooele

Other Services at This Location

Tune-Ups

Plugs, filters and fluid service

Oil Changes

Synthetic, blend and high-mileage oil

Transmission Repair

Slipping, rough shifts and service

Muffler & Exhaust

Mufflers, pipes and custom exhaust

Emissions Testing

Salt Lake County tests and repairs

Brake Repair

Pads, rotors and brake inspections

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Master AutoTech Riverton is on 12600 South near Park Avenue at 2284 W 12600 S, Riverton, and we handle engine repair for drivers from Herriman, South Jordan, Bluffdale and Draper every day. Book online or call 801-436-5659.

If the light is steady, yes: drive gently and bring it in soon. We’re on 12600 South near Park Avenue. If it’s flashing, the engine is misfiring, so pull over and call 801-436-5659 before driving further. A lit check engine light also fails a Salt Lake County emissions test, so it’s worth fixing before you renew your registration.

It depends on what failed. A sensor or coil is a small repair; a head gasket or rebuild is a major one. The check engine light scan is free, and we give you an estimate before any work starts.

Yes. We’ll read the codes, explain what they mean in plain language and recommend next steps. If a deeper diagnosis is needed to confirm the cause, we’ll tell you before doing it.

Simple repairs like coils, sensors or a thermostat are often done the same day. Larger jobs such as head gaskets, timing components or rebuilds can take several days depending on parts. We’ll give you a timeline up front.

Booking online or calling 801-436-5659 is fastest, and walk-ins are welcome. If your check engine light is flashing, stop driving and call us, because a flashing light can mean damage is happening.

Yes. Engine repairs at Master AutoTech Riverton are covered by our 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty* on parts and labor.

Yes. We repair engines on cars, pickups, SUVs and hybrids of nearly every make, from daily commuters to work trucks.

Visit Master AutoTech Riverton

Master AutoTech Riverton
2284 W 12600 S
Riverton, UT 84065
Get Directions

Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:00pm
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

Getting here

  • From Bangerter Highway: Take the 12600 South exit east; we’re on the left near 2300 West.
  • From Redwood Road: Head west on 12600 South; we’re on the right just past Park Avenue.
  • Parking: Pull into our lot on 12600 South, by the monument sign.