Import Brake Services in Minneapolis, MN & Surrounding Areas

Your brake system is probably not at the top of your priority list unless you press the pedal and can’t stop! At this point, the health of your brake system shoots to the top of the list and you are at risk of getting yourself and your passengers into a dangerous situation. Don’t be a victim of negligence!

At Uptown Imports, we take your safety seriously. When you bring your vehicle to Uptown Imports, our technicians will do a thorough brake inspection, make any recommendations if repairs are needed, and get you back on the road with confidence.

Pay Attention to These Signs

Your brake system just doesn’t decide one day to not work. There are warning signs leading up to the point where you need new brakes to ensure safety when braking. These signs should not be ignored.

Noises When Braking – If you hear noises such as grinding and squealing when you brake, you need to have your brake system inspected. These unexpected odd sounds may be connected to worn-out brake pads, brake fluid loss, or damaged rotors.

Vibrations – When you step on the brake pedal, there should be a smooth transition to stopping as well as a firm feeling as the brake pedal is pressed harder. If you do not feel that firm traction or the pedal goes almost to the floor, your brake pads are more than likely wearing out. The same goes for feeling a vibration when braking. This could be caused by uneven wear on the rotors. Sometimes the rotors can be turned to get more wear from them. Other times, they need to be completely replaced. This can be costly. Whether your vehicle needs new brake pads, rotors turned, or just an inspection, the mechanics at Uptown Imports can do it all.

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Car Pulling to One Side – Even though there are several reasons why a car will pull to one side, unevenly worn brake pads are one cause of concern. A stuck caliper could be the source for the uneven wear on the brake pads because it applies friction to one wheel and not the others. As a result, the vehicle pulls to one side. If you feel your car pulling to one side or another, don’t ignore it. There could be several reasons why you are experiencing pulling, some not related to the brakes at all.

If you encounter any of these warning signs, don’t hesitate in bringing your vehicle to Uptown Imports of Minneapolis MN, immediately to avoid more costly repairs.

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As import auto specialists, we offer a complete range of repair services to address everything from minor issues to major mechanical concerns, all under one roof.

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

      
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   susan gribbell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m traveling cross country and my CarPlay was not working. I decided to stop in at uptown imports since they service Volvos. Without a appointment,John was more than accommodating in coming out and looking at my problem. He figured it out quickly, which was a big help to me. I highly recommend Uptown Imports for whatever your car’s issue might be!!
  
 
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   Yissel Olea 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I struggled to find a reliable shop for my Mercedes Benz. I wanted to make sure I could bring my car somewhere that I wouldn’t have to return to every three months or feel like I was getting ripped off like at the last shop I went to. Ever since I started bringing my car here, I haven’t gone anywhere else and I haven’t had any issues for a long time.

They were also very accommodating when I needed to drop off my car overnight. I really appreciate the customer service, especially Danna. She helped me process my payment over the phone so I didn’t have to change anything in my schedule.

Thank you all! I appreciate the great service and will see you again in a few months since I’ll likely need my brake pads changed soon. 🚗
  
 
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   Ethan Elseth 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A lovely shop with friendly staff and very conversational.  I appreciated the time that mechanic Clayton took to discuss further vehicle care and maintenance. I've found my local go-to shop for sure!
  
 
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   Ruby H 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m not sure I would recommend bringing your car to this establishment. I was having a lot of problems with my car, which all I got fixed here. I’ve given them a lot of my hard earned money, and they treated me kindly as long as that was the case. I sent my car there to get a diagnostic test, and decided not to get it fixed again because the car wasn’t worth the cost of the repairs. When I received my car back it was not put back together as it was. There was a huge piece of the undercarriage covering sitting in the back seat, getting grime and grease all over the seats. Also causing the remaining covering under the car to be dragging on the ground. Looked under the hood and there were cables unplugged, and random parts just sitting on top. After being a customer of their’s for at least a year, I expected better treatment of my car.  It has made selling it more difficult. Also not sure they do very thorough inspections, because I had the same mechanical issue happen after taking it there to get it fixed initially. They said it was caused by something else the second time, would’t guarantee the parts. Dana at the front desk is lovely, she was always very kind during my visits.
  
 
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   Julia Scovil 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My car completely broke down on the side of the road with a bad alternator & Uptown Imports saved the day. Even though it was well past closing AND the day before a holiday John, the owner, was leaving as my tow truck pulled in and he re-opened his garage for me to bring my car in (as it was not drivable). This customer service only adds to the other great experiences I've had at Uptown in the last couple years. The team there has done magnificent work on my car, the reports they send you home with are invaluable for planning any remaining jobs needing to be done & Dana at the front desk is extremely helpful & able to answer all of your questions. I'm really glad I found Uptown Imports when I moved to Northeast.
  
 
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   Micaela Schuffman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brought my Q5 here to get my breaks serviced after receiving feedback from a Jiffy Lube that my break pads were a hazard and needed to be replaced.

Turns out they didn't.

Thank you to Dana, for being honest & so understanding. Definitely will be bringing my car here when I actually need to have my car serviced. It's hard to find reliable and trustworthy businesses, Uptown Imports is one of the few left!