Christian Brothers Automotive Riverview

Tionna Damani

★★★★★

4 months ago

hate doing car stuff. Christian Brothers Automotive made the process really smooth and easy. and super convenient!! Even if you have to stay with them while your car is being worked on they ask if you’d like coffee or water and have a comfy seating area to lounge and wait for your car. i will definitely be back.

Lance Miller

★★★★★

3 weeks ago

Cam helped me this week and he stated the time frame needed, communicated the parts required and did not hound me about suggested factory maintenance when I chose no to them. I had two vehicles serviced back to back and they hit the schedule both times. Thank you!

HM L

★☆☆☆☆

5 months ago

Much Better Choices On my most recent visit, I was informed my vehicle needed a new tire. I was doubtful and brought the vehicle to a different shop and as I thought, the tire is fine and does not have multiple punctures as I was led to believe. On a prior visit I was told my vehicle needed the rear brakes replaced as they were worn. When I got home I pulled prior invoices and the last one at this same shop showed the rear brakes replaced and there were maybe 2,000 miles since. When confronted, they said they made a mistake. There are much better options in the area. Their only saving grace is their shuttle service. For me I’d rather have better business practices.

Jill Lewis

★★★★★

5 months ago

I had an excellent experience with Christian Brothers Automotive repair! The service was top-notch, and my sales rep, Cam, was outstanding. He took the time to explain everything in full detail, made sure I understood all my options, and never once made me feel pressured. I really appreciate the honesty and professionalism—highly recommend!

Dan Hengel

★☆☆☆☆

2 months ago

I brought my 2021 Jeep Wrangler to Christian Brothers Automotive – Riverview for what should have been a straightforward crankshaft seal repair. What followed was months of repeated failures, escalating damage, thousands of dollars in losses, and a complete breakdown in accountability and communication. After the initial crankshaft seal replacement in October 2025, the oil leak continued. I was forced to return, and the shop admitted the first repair was faulty and replaced the seal again in early November. Less than six weeks later, while driving in December, my vehicle displayed a critical warning (“Pull over, your vehicle will shut off soon”) and became inoperable, stranding me away from home. A Jeep dealership later diagnosed catastrophic damage: the alternator had overheated and failed, wiring was burned, and the Power Distribution Center (fuse box) was melted. Upon disassembly, there was clear physical evidence of serpentine belt misalignment and belt debris being pulled into the alternator—conditions that do not occur without improper installation or reassembly. An expert mechanical opinion confirmed that the alternator failure was not normal wear, but was directly caused by belt interference and debris contamination, a known and preventable failure mode under SAE and OEM standards. As a result, I incurred extensive costs including: • Alternator replacement • Melted fuse box replacement • Serpentine belt replacement • Towing exceeding $1,500 • Rental cars, travel, parking, and lodging • Significant vehicle downtime All of this damage traces back to the improper repair work performed at this location. When I returned the vehicle to Christian Brothers – Riverview for inspection, management immediately denied responsibility despite being shown physical evidence. I was repeatedly told I would receive follow-up calls that never came. The shop then ordered parts without my authorization and later demanded $750 simply to release my vehicle. Communication stalled for days due to closures, and resolution attempts went nowhere, forcing me to escalate to corporate and ultimately seek legal counsel. This experience reflects: • Poor workmanship • Lack of quality control • Failure to stand behind repairs • Unauthorized actions • Unprofessional handling of a serious safety-related failure I trusted this shop with my vehicle and was left with severe mechanical damage, financial loss, and weeks of disruption. Based on my experience and documented evidence, I cannot recommend Christian Brothers Automotive – Riverview to anyone seeking reliable or accountable service.

Linda Robinson

★★★★★

3 months ago

My first time visiting Christian Brothers, I was very pleased with the service Rodrick Johnson has great customer service. He kept me informed with how things was going with my car and he gave me a lot of value of information concerning my car. I would definitely come back.

Luis

★☆☆☆☆

2 months ago

I had a very difficult experience with this location. After approving an initial repair estimate, I was later told the repair could not be completed unless the cost increased dramatically. When I declined, I was initially told I would only owe the inspection fee, but later the shop demanded additional labor charges just to reassemble the vehicle and release it. After escalating the issue, they eventually agreed to reassemble the car and release it without additional charges. However, immediately after pickup, the vehicle developed a loud noise and burning smell that were not present before. Communication and consistency were major issues. I recommend getting everything in writing and being very cautious about authorizations.

Crystal

★★★★★

6 months ago

I’ve had the pleasure of visiting both the Apollo Beach and Riverview locations of Christian Brothers Automotive, and each experience has been outstanding. Their service is top-notch, consistent, and truly customer-focused. Both times, I was provided with a complimentary shuttle ride to and from my home, which made everything incredibly convenient. It’s the kind of thoughtful touch that really sets them apart. More importantly, they took excellent care of both my car and my Jeep — showing real attention to detail, professionalism, and automotive knowledge. From start to finish, I felt confident my vehicles were in good hands. I absolutely recommend Christian Brothers Automotive to anyone looking for trustworthy, skilled, and customer-friendly auto care. They’ve definitely earned my repeat business!

Nick Wehry

★★★★★

a month ago

The most immensely helpful automotive/mechanic group we’ve ever dealt with. Patient, professional and kind. They’ve earned lifelong customers in my wife and I. Thank you guys for an amazing experience start to finish in what could’ve been an even more stressful time. Would 100% recommend.

Patrice Anderson

★★★★★

a month ago

I had a great experience with Christian Brothers with the service of my truck. The staff was friendly and kind. I also appreciated the shuttle service and the cold bottled water left in my truck after the service. They definitely have a new customer. 👍🏽😊

S. B.

★★★★★

3 months ago

My daughter thought her check engine light was on, so she brought it to Christian Brothers for a diagnostic test. So we left it there and got a call about 15 minutes later saying it was just her tire pressure light. They could've easily charged her the diagnostic fee and she wouldn't have know any better, but they didn't. Very honest, and they just earned a lifelong customer. Highly recommend!

Amber Lock

★★★★★

2 months ago

I was referred to Christian Brothers via my Costco Membership. I had alignment done for new tires. Roderick super friendly and informative. He acknowledged my discount without my bringing it up. The other team members I encountered were helpful & professional. I will go back for other auto needs.

Emily Cardwell

★★★★★

3 weeks ago

I had loud rattling noise when driving. I immediately went on their website and scheduled an appointment. Dropped off my vehicle and got a courtesy ride home while waiting for the inspection. They found the issue, fixed it, all done in a few hours. Was a stress-free environment. Highly recommend.

John Savage

★★★★★

a month ago

Good experience overall, staff are very cordial and comunicative. Corrected the issue in a timely manner, at a reasonable cost. Stayed in touch via phone and text keeping me informed at every step. I normally fix things myself; I would use them again when the situation arises.

Karina Campbell-Donaldson

★★★★★

6 months ago

This was my first time visiting Christian Brothers in Riverview, and I had such a great experience! From start to finish, Carol was absolutely wonderful—professional, kind, and so thorough. She walked my husband and me through the diagnostic, kept us updated on the status of my car over the two days of service, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. There was no hassle or pressure at any point, which I truly appreciated. The whole staff was friendly and welcoming, and the environment itself felt so warm and uplifting—I especially loved that they were playing Christian music in the background. I worked from their waiting room both days, and it gave me the opportunity to observe their interactions with other customers, which were consistently engaging and positive. Another thoughtful touch was finding a cold bottle of water placed in my car when the service was complete—it’s those small details that make such a big difference. Highly recommend this location for anyone looking for honest, professional, and caring service. Thank you, Carol, for making my first visit such a great one—I’ll definitely be back!

Door Dash

★☆☆☆☆

5 months ago

For this being my first time at a mechanic in Florida I cannot put it into words how disappointed and furious I am with Christian Brothers Automotive Riverview. I take it not all of us can be pros working with automobiles but charging 60 dollars to put in a cabin filter and 114 for a new radiator cap I hope every car in your shops engines all combust collectively. I dropped my car off and within 14 minutes of driving off my engine overheated and my coolant exploded out of my hood. I payed 70 dollars to get it towed back to the mechanic because in my head I’m thinking they didn’t bleed the line correctly or there must be a leak somewhere. They not only didn’t repay me for the tow but charged me another 80 dollars to do a pressurized test. I ended up outside the shop working on the vehicle myself and got it up and running after an hour. These people are criminals I spent a total of 300 dollars in 2 days just for them to tell me that I need a new radiator cap and front brakes. They didn’t even have the gull to apologize when I came back to grab my vehicle. From top to bottom I hope every worker in that building stubs there toes on hard metal on there way home tonight.

Sonia Smith

★★★★★

3 weeks ago

Excellent service from scheduling my appointment with Carol over the phone, how I was pleasantly greeted when I arrived, the staff, environment and service was like no other. It felt like home. When the pull your car in for service you receive a text notification. They offer a courtesy check of other components Upon completion you receive a text with a summary of their findings along with detailed pictures of your vehicle. Instant credibility - you earned a client today and an advocate for your business. Thank you for operating in excellence!