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Hawthorne · 90250 · 0 miles — our home

Exhaust Service in Hawthorne for Muffler & Exhaust Repairs

Custom Muffler and Brakes has served drivers in Hawthorne since 1991, helping local vehicle owners with exhaust concerns and everyday automotive repairs. From noisy mufflers and damaged pipes to catalytic converter problems, our technicians inspect the system to find the source of the issue. Whether you notice unusual sounds, exhaust odors, reduced performance, or visible damage, exhaust repair in Hawthorne can help address the problem before it becomes more serious. We focus on practical repairs based on your vehicle's condition and needs.

Located conveniently in Hawthorne, our shop is easy to reach from I-405 and I-105. We serve drivers throughout the area, including those near SpaceX headquarters, Hawthorne Municipal Airport, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Drive from Hawthorne

We're 0 miles — our home from Hawthorne — via I-405 or I-105, close to SpaceX HQ.

Serving

90250 · near SpaceX HQ and Hawthorne Municipal Airport

Our shop

11800 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Mon–Fri · 8 AM – 6 PM · Sat · 8 AM – 3 PM

Exhaust Service for Hawthorne drivers

Exhaust is our namesake. We repair leaks and rust-outs, replace mufflers, resonators, and catalytic converters, and fabricate custom systems from the ground up — cut, bent, and welded here at the shop. Whether you want it quiet and factory-correct or you have a specific tone in mind for a performance build, we talk through the options before anything gets cut.

What this includes

  • Muffler and resonator replacement, including quieter or more aggressive options
  • Catalytic converter inspection and replacement
  • Exhaust pipe, flex pipe, and hanger repair or replacement
  • Leak and rust-out diagnosis with weld repairs
  • Custom exhaust fabrication: bending, cutting, and welding on-site
  • Resonator and muffler deletes and performance system routing

Signs you need service

  • The vehicle got noticeably louder or has a new rasp or drone
  • Rattling or scraping from underneath the vehicle
  • Exhaust fumes noticeable inside the cabin
  • Visible rust, holes, or hanging pipe under the car
  • Failed or borderline smog test result
  • Noticeable loss of power or fuel economy

Why it matters

A healthy exhaust routes fumes safely away from the cabin, keeps emissions in check, and lets the engine breathe the way it was designed to. A leaking system is both a health concern and a common reason a vehicle will not pass smog.

Full details on our Exhaust Service page. Repairs can be spread out with financing.

Exhaust Service in Hawthorne? Let's get it handled.

Free 28-point safety inspection with any visit, an honest written quote before work starts, and a 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty on our work. Request your preferred service time online and the shop will follow up to confirm availability.

Protect your vehicle. Drive with confidence.

Reserve your service time with a Hawthorne shop trusted since 1991. Request your preferred service time online and the shop will follow up to confirm availability.