SAAQ‑Certified
Mechanical Inspection

 

For heavy‑duty, light‑duty and VGA vehicles

Your SAAQ inspection, completed with rigour and full compliance

As an authorized agent recognized by the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ), Freno provides complete, efficient mechanical inspections that meet all regulatory requirements.

Our certified technicians perform a thorough examination of every vehicle to ensure your safety and compliance on the road.

 

Two locations to serve you better!

Why choose Freno for your SAAQ inspection?

Recognized expertise

  • Over 40 years of experience inspecting and servicing heavy‑duty and light‑duty vehicles.
  • Certified technicians trained according to SAAQ standards and industry best practices.
  • Standardized procedures to ensure consistent, reliable quality.

Rigour and compliance

  • Full inspections performed according to SAAQ regulatory requirements.
  • In‑depth verification of critical systems: brakes, steering, suspension, chassis, lighting, and more.
  • Clear, precise, fully compliant inspection reports.

Fast and flexible service

  • Quick appointments thanks to a dedicated inspection team.
  • A new service bay at our Montréal location to reduce wait times.
  • Mobile inspection service available for fleets.
Types of SAAQ inspections offered

SAAQ inspection for light‑duty vehicles

Ideal for:

  • Passenger vehicles
  • Small trucks
  • Light commercial vehicles

Purpose: Ensure the vehicle meets all compliance requirements before being put into service, sold, or registered.

 

SAAQ inspection for heavy‑duty vehicles

Suitable for:

  • Heavy trucks
  • Buses
  • Industrial and municipal vehicles

Purpose: Verify the complete mechanical integrity of the vehicle according to strict SAAQ standards.

 

SAAQ VGA inspection (seriously damaged vehicles)

  • Full verification of structural components and safety systems.
  • Mandatory validation before the vehicle can return to the road.
  • Rigorous, fully documented process.
How does an SAAQ inspection work at Freno?

1. Quick appointment scheduling
By phone or online, at the location of your choice.

 

2. Reception and preliminary verification
Our technicians confirm the vehicle information and explain the inspection process.

 

3. Complete mechanical inspection
Detailed analysis of all systems required by the SAAQ.

 

4. Inspection report
Provided on‑site, clear, accurate, and fully compliant.

 

5. Follow‑up and recommendations
If any non‑compliance is identified, we guide you through the required corrective steps.

Two locations to better serve you

FRENO™

11650 6th Avenue, Montréal (Québec) H1E 1S1
1‑800‑361‑1997
NEW: an additional service bay to reduce wait times.

 

RADIATEURS ANJOU‑DÉCARIE

9455 Henri‑Bourassa E., Montréal (Québec) H1E 7R9
514‑353‑2040

Mobile inspection service

For businesses and fleet managers, our team can travel directly to your site to perform the required SAAQ inspections.

 

Benefits:

  • Reduced downtime
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Fast, professional service
Contact us to schedule your SAAQ inspection or to request more information.