Kia Certified Body Shop – Advanced Collision Repair for Kia Owners in Ventura County
Factory-Certified Excellence
Designated Kia Certified facility with access to restricted parts and protocols that protect your investment.
Advanced Technology
Specialized equipment and training for high-voltage systems, aluminum construction, and sensor calibration.
Serving Ventura County
Convenient locations in Oxnard and Ventura with pickup and delivery services throughout the region.
Why Genuine Kia OEM Parts Are Essential
- Protect your warranty
- Maintain factory crash performance
- Provide the correct fit and finish
- Preserve structural integrity during future collisions
Learn more about OEM-quality refinishing on our auto paint repair page.
Aftermarket parts can compromise alignment, crash performance and the longevity of your vehicle — which is why certified facilities prioritize genuine components.
100% Genuine OEM
Factory-authorized parts exclusively for certified facilities
What It Takes to Become a Kia Certified Body Shop
Earning approval from Kia requires a repair facility to demonstrate a high level of technical capability. Our team undergoes:
- Manufacturer-approved training, including I-CAR Gold Class structural and collision repair programs and Kia-specific instruction in welding, sensor systems and materials.
- Use of specialized tools such as computerized measurement systems, bond-rivet equipment and advanced welding machines — the same technology used in our aluminum repair department.
- Ongoing facility evaluations to verify that documentation, equipment and technician skills meet Kia standards.
- Strict adherence to Kia repair manuals, ensuring structural and safety components are restored correctly.
Recalibration of Kia Drive Wise Systems After a Collision
Many Kia models include advanced safety technology under the Kia Drive Wise system. These features require recalibration after even minor damage. Our facility performs:
- Pre- and post-repair scanning
- Camera and radar calibration
- Sensor verification procedures
- Final testing of driver-assist functions
To understand how these calibrations support crash safety, see our full details on structural and collision-system restoration.
Without proper recalibration, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warnings, and automatic braking systems may not function as intended. Certified recalibration protects both safety and performance.
Recognized for excellence in collision repair, our I-CAR Gold and Platinum certifications ensure top-quality, safe, and expert vehicle repairs.
Why Choose a Kia Certified Body Shop?
Tony’s Body Shop in Oxnard and Ventura is a certified Kia Auto Body Shop. Tony’s goes through the yearly audit conducted by OEC Collision Performance Network, an industry nonprofit. The audit looks for proper equipment, but more importantly, audits actual in-process repairs to make sure repair processes are in place to repair or replace panels that keep the car’s crash star rating. A customer’s family’s safety is the most important goal in any repair. Cars are continually changing to make them safer and safer over time. In the past there was a lot of usage of mild steels.
Mild steels are repairable, but as strength and weight become more and more important, the change to stronger steels known as high strength steels, or Ultra high strength steels are being introduced into cars more and more. Yesterday you may have repaired a door that was mild steel, but today it is made of high strength steel, the repairability of that matters. A certified shop knows to investigate and make appropriate repair or replace decisions. A certified Kia Body shop like Tony’s Body Shop will always push towards an original manufacturer replacement part versus an aftermarket copy part. Aftermarket copy parts have no set rules with regard to durability or crashworthiness, while the manufacturer’s part does.
Some insurance companies push these copy parts as a way to lower what they pay for the repair, only cost is their objective. Where a shop like Tony’s Body Shop will always push towards an original replacement part for it values a customer’s families safety. This is why it is important for Kia owners as well as owners of other makes to try to find a certified collision shop. Tony’s Body Shop is a Kia certified body shop and welcomes the opportunity to help you.
KIA Auto Body Repair at Tony's Body Shop
Our goal is to have you satisfied and recommend us to family and friends. We use all original new factory Kia parts in your repair.
The Complex Engineering Behind Modern Kia Models
Kia’s latest models — including hybrid and EV platforms like the EV6 — include:
- Ultra-high-strength steel
- High-voltage electrical components
- Advanced crash-management systems
Repairing such materials requires a facility trained to handle specialized welding, bonding, and safety checks. Our in-house mechanical team and repair technicians use Kia-approved procedures to ensure the vehicle’s engineered structure is restored correctly.
For customers comparing brands, our certified technicians also service advanced OEM structures from other manufacturers including Tesla, Hyundai, Nissan, and Lucid.
Comprehensive Services to Minimize Repair Time
As a recognized Kia repair facility, we provide a complete suite of services under one roof, designed to reduce repair delays and maintain consistent quality:
- In-house mechanical repairs: Supporting suspension, alignment and drivetrain systems
- Glass services: Performed in our glass repair and replacement center
- Tire and wheel services: Available through our tire and wheel department
- Insurance claims assistance: Helping customers coordinate documentation and repair authorizations
- Full structural restoration: Using the specialized systems available in our frame repair facility (Unitized Body Repairs)
This integrated approach ensures that every part of the repair is handled with accuracy and efficiency.
Why Kia Owners Choose Our Facility
- Advanced certification and up-to-date training
- Repairs performed with correct tools and manufacturer procedures
- Use of Genuine Kia OEM parts
- Expertise in high-strength steel and electric vehicle platforms
- Complete safety-system recalibration to perform as intended
- Transparent communication and customer support
Our goal is simple: protect the safety, value and long-term performance of your Kia.