Exhaust, Muffler & Brake Repair in Fairlawn, OH
Fairlawn is roughly twenty minutes from our shop, out Route 18. Exhaust, mufflers, brakes, catalytic converters and Ohio E-Check repair — from a family shop that shows you the worn part and prices the job before it starts.
218 S Lyman St, Wadsworth, OH 44281 About 13 miles and roughly 21 minutes from Fairlawn Mon–Fri 10–5:30 · Sat 10–2
Why Fairlawn Drivers Make the Drive
From the W Market Street side of Fairlawn it is Route 18 west to Route 21 south, then Route 224 west to Route 57 and into Wadsworth. Twenty minutes or so, and the shop is on S Lyman St south of downtown.
Fairlawn is Summit County and E-Check applies. If your vehicle has already failed, bring the printed failure report — the codes on it are the head start.
It is a longer drive than Norton or Rittman, so it is worth calling ahead on (330) 485-6823. We can have the muffler, converter or brake set on the shelf before you arrive rather than ordering it while you sit.
More on the shop and the family running it on our about us page.
- Free exhaust inspection Drive in from Fairlawn and we will inspect the whole exhaust system at no charge, and show you what we find.
- We beat dealer prices Ask us about our pricing on mufflers, brake jobs and exhaust repairs before you book at the dealer.
What We Do for Fairlawn Vehicles
Exhaust and brake work is what we do all day, every day. Starting prices are real numbers, not a range — call for an exact quote on your vehicle.
Brake Repairs
Squeaking, grinding, or a soft pedal? We diagnose and repair the whole brake system — pads, rotors, calipers, hardware and lines. Most cars are a same-day job.
Shop brake kits, pads & rotors From $399 per axle, parts & laborMuffler Replacement & Repair
A muffler that has gone loud is usually rusted through at a seam or has lost its internal baffling. Direct-fit bolts into the factory hangers and looks stock; universal is welded in and costs less. We will tell you which one your vehicle actually needs.
Shop mufflers From $89.99 installedCatalytic Converters
Converter replacement for a P0420 code or a failed emissions test. We diagnose what killed the original first — replacing a converter without fixing the cause just kills the new one.
Shop converters From $349.99, universal fitOhio E-Check & Emissions Repair
Bring us the failure report. We pull the codes, find why it failed, and fix it — most often a converter, an oxygen sensor or a misfire.
Flex Pipe Repairs
The braided section behind the manifold is usually the first thing on an Ohio car to rust through. Same-visit fix in most cases.
From $119.99 weldedCustom Exhaust
Cat-back, axle-back, turbo-back, dual conversions and tip work, bent and welded on site to your vehicle.
Shop exhaust systemsFull service list and price table on our main service page. Prices are starting rates and may vary by vehicle. Call (330) 485-6823 for an exact quote.
Getting Here from Fairlawn
From Fairlawn: Route 18 west to Route 21 south, Route 224 west to Route 57, then south into Wadsworth.
218 S Lyman St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 485-6823
| Monday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The building is the brick shop signed Modern Day Motors — same location, and the photo at the top of this page is what to look for. Get driving directions.
Other Towns We Serve
We are a Wadsworth shop, and most of our customers drive in from within about twenty minutes.
- Wadsworth — the shop
- Medina — 12 miles and under 20 minutes
- Norton — 7 miles and 12 minutes
- Barberton — 10 miles and under 20 minutes
- Rittman — 5 miles and 11 minutes
- Seville — 10 miles and 15 minutes
- Copley — 10 miles and 16 minutes
- Fairlawn — this page
- Montrose — 12 miles and 20 minutes
Outside these towns, or shipping a part to your own mechanic? We ship nationwide — browse the store or get in touch.
Questions from Fairlawn Customers
Does my Fairlawn vehicle need an Ohio E-Check?
Fairlawn is in Summit County, one of the seven Ohio counties where E-Check is required, so most vehicles here have to pass before the registration can be renewed. We do not run the test itself — we do the repair that gets you through it. A failure is very often a catalytic converter, an oxygen sensor or a misfire, and all three are our everyday work. Bring the printed failure report and call (330) 485-6823.
Is it worth driving over from Fairlawn?
It is about 13 miles and roughly 21 minutes — Route 18 west, then Route 21 and Route 224. Most exhaust work is done while you wait, so it is usually one trip rather than a drop-off. Call (330) 485-6823 first and we can have the part on the shelf before you set off.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-ins are welcome and a lot of exhaust work gets done the same day, but calling ahead on (330) 485-6823 means we can have the part ready when you arrive. Brake jobs are worth booking.
How long does a muffler or flex pipe repair take?
Most muffler replacements and flex pipe repairs are done inside a couple of hours, often while you wait. Custom fabrication takes longer because it is bent to the vehicle.
Do the parts you install come with a warranty?
Parts we fit carry their manufacturer’s own warranty, and it varies by brand and by part. Ask us before the work starts and we will tell you what the specific part you are getting is covered for. For a part bought from our online store, our warranty information page explains how to start a claim.
Why is my check engine light on after a new catalytic converter?
Usually because whatever killed the original converter is still there — a misfire, an oxygen sensor, or oil getting into the exhaust. That is why we diagnose upstream before quoting a converter.
Fairlawn Exhaust & Brake Quotes
Free exhaust inspection, and a straight answer about what your vehicle actually needs.
