Brakes Plus

Auto Repair Shops in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

4.7 (731)

CategoryAuto Repair Shops Β· Auto parts store, Brake shop, Oil change service
Address3535 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
AreaCedar Rapids, Iowa
Phone(319) 382-2858
Google rating 4.7 (731)
SourceGoogle Maps and public records Β· listed Oct 16, 2026

Hours

Monday8 am–6 pm
Tuesday8 am–6 pm
Wednesday8 am–6 pm
Thursday8 am–6 pm
Friday8 am–6 pm
Saturday8 am–5 pm
SundayClosed

About Brakes Plus

Brakes Plus in Cedar Rapids is your local auto repair and brake service center specializing in complete brake care and wheel alignments. Start with a free brake inspection, and count on our team for brake pad replacement, brake rotor resurfacing and machining, rotor replacement, brake fluid service, and other brake repairs. We also provide computerized wheel alignments, oil changes, suspension repair, batteries, A/C service, diagnostics, and scheduled vehicle maintenance.

Located at 3535 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, Brakes Plus operates as an auto repair shop serving Cedar Rapids in Iowa. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as auto parts store, brake shop, oil change service, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

Hours are published for 6 days a week. The most common schedule is 8 am–6 pm. Note that it does not open on Sunday. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Brakes Plus at (319) 382-2858; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. Its website is brakesplus.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

Customers rate it 4.7 out of 5 on Google across 731 reviews.

How Brakes Plus compares with other auto repair shops in Cedar Rapids

  • It has the third-most Google reviews (731) of the 9 auto repair shops listed in Cedar Rapids.
  • It is closed on Sundays, while 4 of the 8 other auto repair shops in Cedar Rapids with published hours open that day.
  • Nearest other auto repair shops: Anytime Auto Repair (2.0 mi), Mt. Vernon Road Tire (3.0 mi), T's Mobile Mechanic LLC (3.2 mi)

Before you go

  • Check your vehicle for open safety recalls on NHTSA.gov; recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
  • Ask for a written estimate before work starts and to approve any extra repairs first.
  • Ask whether technicians are ASE-certified and what warranty covers parts and labor.

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Life of Lucas a month ago

I had a pretty bad experience, I came in for a shake and they said it was struts. I know for a fact that wasn’t it bc the struts were just replaced. Then they said it was my cv axle that was loose. They apparently did a full inspection but failed to see that I had a tire delaminated in the back that blew up down the road, then to add to it they failed to see that my brakes were so low that they started to grind a few days after I had my van towed bc of the blow out. In my honest opinion I’d stay away from this location. They are charging a premium price for amateur work. It’s so frustrating that I had such a bad experience here. I won’t be recommending this place to anyone any time soon. They need to get their stuff together and figure it out. And on top of it I wasn’t allowed to take the inspection paperwork. But I did take a fast picture of it. No where on the inspection did they say I needed brakes or tires. The whole reason I came in to begin with. I ended up spending my money at another shop that was significantly less. Also when my tires were replaced the shake went away completely. These guys are scammers.

Addy Norfolk 3 months ago

7/13/26 I initially went to Brakes Plus to have my brakes bled. During a phone call before my appointment, I was told that my driver's side rear caliper was seized. However, it wasn't until I arrived at the shop that they informed me I would also need a brake hose replaced. While that was unexpected, I understood that additional issues can sometimes be found during an inspection. What concerned me most was that I was then told my master cylinder seals needed to be replaced and was quoted approximately $1,300 for the repair. Since that seemed like a significant expense, I decided to get a second opinion from a different mechanic before moving forward. After inspecting my vehicle at Boubin my mechanic told me the master cylinder was completely fine and did not need to be replaced. That experience left me feeling frustrated and questioning whether I was being sold repairs that weren't actually necessary. As a woman, it's especially discouraging to feel like you're being upsold or pressured into expensive services without clear justification. I believe customers should be able to trust that recommended repairs are genuinely needed. Based on my experience, I would only recommend Br

Christine Brown 3 months ago

We have been taking our vehicles to Brakes Plus for oil changes, tire rotations and brakes. We have always been happy with the honesty of staff and quality of care. Today we went in for a scheduled appointment only to be told it would be an hour wait. We checked in and said we would run an errand and be back in 30 min (waiting area did not have enough seating). We ran errands and came back only to told wait was now that long or longer. Realistically they probably couldn't get to car until tomorrow. This was middle of the afternoon 3 hours before close. Girl at counter said most of the appointments were done online and there is no way to track them. We called in yesterday morning to make appt and were treated as basically a walk in. They really need to fix the online scheduling. I understand getting behind a bit and waiting a bit but this was crazy. They may have lost a loyal 5 year customer.

Kiersten Leah Hatton 3 months ago

Levi and the team there were really great!! We had a last minute issue with our IAT sensor during our cross country drive, and they were able to get us in same day! They fixed the problem we took it in for and were very thorough and efficient. Unfortunately as we were leaving, they noticed another issue that needed to be handled by the dealer, but we were so grateful even for the communication and knowledge of what the problem was. Ive been to other places like this and they were only good with basic things. I was very pleased with this place! Very kind, efficient, great communication, and competent !

Carl Polson 5 months ago

Kory Tom's and his team provide exceptional service. They are honest with their assessments on what needs to be done immediately and what is coming down the road. They provide competitive quotes and prices are reasonable.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Brakes Plus located?

Brakes Plus is at 3535 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Brakes Plus?

Brakes Plus is listed as an auto repair shop and is also tagged on Google as auto parts store, brake shop, oil change service.

What are the hours of Brakes Plus?

Published hours are Monday: 8 am–6 pm; Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm; Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm; Thursday: 8 am–6 pm; Friday: 8 am–6 pm; Saturday: 8 am–5 pm; Sunday: Closed. It is closed on Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Brakes Plus open on Sunday?

No, Brakes Plus is closed on Sunday.

What is the phone number of Brakes Plus?

You can call Brakes Plus at (319) 382-2858.

How is Brakes Plus rated on Google?

Brakes Plus has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 731 reviews.

Does Brakes Plus have a website?

Yes, the website of Brakes Plus is brakesplus.com (linked on this page).

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