Torpedo Truck Repair · Chicago, IL· Est. 2017

Semi Truck Repair in Lockport, IL

Torpedo Truck Repair serves Lockport, IL with comprehensive heavy duty truck repair services. Located minutes away in Chicago, IL, we provide fast in-shop turnarounds and 24/7 emergency roadside service throughout Lockport.

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Vehicles We Repair

Heavy duty certified · All major systems
Semi Trucks

Semi Trucks

Class 7 to 8, all makes

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Trailers

Trailers

Flatbed, dry van, reefer

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Box Trucks

Box Trucks

Medium duty commercial

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Fleet Vehicles

Fleet Vehicles

Multi-unit programs

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Heavy Duty Trucks

Heavy Duty Trucks

Work & utility rigs

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Diesel Pickups

Diesel Pickups

F-450, Ram 3500 & up

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Licensed & Insured

Fully certified for commercial repair

Customer Reviews

Customer Experience

4.9 stars · 146 Google Reviews · Fife, WA
Torpedo Truck Repair

Best truck repair shop in the Tacoma area. Honest, fast, and fair. My rig was diagnosed and back on the road the same day. I won't take my truck anywhere else.

Marcus D.

Owner Operator, Pacific NW

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Torpedo got my alignment done in a few hours. I was losing tires at 40k miles, now I'm going 100k+ with the same set. Worth every penny.

Danny K.

Independent Trucker

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

They fixed a refrigeration unit on my reefer trailer on a Saturday morning. Most shops won't touch that on weekends. Torpedo showed up and handled it.

Elena M.

Refrigerated Carrier

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Had a brake chamber blowout near Fife. They were out in under an hour and had me rolling again in two. Professional from first call to last torque.

Carl W.

Flatbed Operator

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Extremely professional shop. They diagnosed a coolant issue I'd been chasing for months in under two hours. Wish I'd found them sooner.

Patrick O.

Owner Operator, Kenworth

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I send all my drivers here when they're in the Fife area. Consistent quality, honest billing, and they keep me updated the whole time. Couldn't ask for more.

Diane R.

Dispatch Manager

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

They installed a new steer axle and realigned the whole truck. Handled every step cleanly. Price was fair, timeline was exact, and truck drives straight.

Ray M.

Owner Operator, Mack

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

ABS fault code showed up at weigh station. Called Torpedo, they came out, diagnosed a bad wheel speed sensor, and replaced it roadside. Back on road fast.

Paul D.

Long Distance Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I had a landing gear failure with a loaded trailer at the dock. They came out fast with the right parts and had us operational within two hours.

Ken A.

Flatbed & Step Deck

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Brought my Kenworth in with a persistent oil leak that two other shops couldn't find. Torpedo isolated it to the rear main seal first try. Fixed right.

Harold N.

Owner Operator, Kenworth T680

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

We manage a fleet of 14 trucks and Torpedo is our go-to for everything from PM service to emergency breakdowns. Communication is clear and the work is solid.

Rachel T.

Fleet Manager, Logistics Co.

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Brought my Freightliner in for a random engine code. They found a bad injector, explained everything clearly, and had me out same day. Straight shooters.

Tony V.

Owner Operator, Freightliner

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

My DEF system went into limp mode on 167 with a full load. They dispatched fast and cleared it roadside. Saved my entire day.

Kevin H.

Regional Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Torpedo does all our DOT inspections. On time, thorough, and they document everything. Our compliance rate has been spotless since we switched to them.

Sandra L.

Safety Director, Carrier Co.

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Called on a Sunday for a blown turbo on my Volvo. They came out, confirmed the issue, and had the part ordered and installed by Tuesday. Fast and reliable.

Lisa C.

Regional Freight Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

The wiring harness on my trailer was a mess after a previous shop butchered it. These guys rewired it clean and it's worked perfectly for 8 months since.

Omar J.

Trailer Owner

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

My DPF was clogged and I was getting the dreaded parked regen light constantly. They cleaned and tested it properly. No more issues after three months.

Tina F.

Diesel Fleet Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

For our 6-truck fleet, Torpedo built a custom PM schedule around our delivery routes. Downtime is way down and our trucks are running cleaner than ever.

Maria H.

Small Fleet Owner

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

The whole team at Torpedo is professional from front desk to the tech bay. Estimates are accurate, work quality is high, and they never cut corners.

Ashley P.

Office Manager, Trucking Co.

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I run produce routes and can't afford downtime. Torpedo has become our emergency backup plan. They've pulled us out of jams three times this year alone.

Rosa V.

Perishables Carrier

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Called at 2 AM with a blown air brake line on I-5. They came out fast, fixed it right there, and I made my delivery on time. Real 24/7 service. They mean it.

James R.

Long Haul Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I've been in trucking 22 years. These guys are the real deal. Honest estimates, no upsell, clean work. My whole company uses them now.

Bill S.

Fleet Owner, 8 Trucks

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

As a new owner-operator I was nervous about getting overcharged. Torpedo gave me a detailed written estimate before touching anything. Fair price, great work.

Miguel A.

New Owner Operator

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Front axle alignment on my Peterbilt was way off. They put it on the machine and corrected it perfectly. Truck drives like new and my tires are thanking me.

Andre B.

Long Haul, 18 Wheeler

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

After a collision my cab had significant body damage. Torpedo handled the frame straightening and body work. Truck came back straight and solid.

George T.

Owner Operator, Western Star

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I was stressed on a deadline when my transmission started slipping. Torpedo prioritized my truck, diagnosed it, and got me out in time. Lifesavers.

Chris N.

Time-Sensitive Freight

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

These guys took the time to explain what was wrong instead of just handing me a bill. That kind of honesty keeps me coming back every time.

Steve G.

Independent Operator

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Went in for what I thought was a brake issue. Turned out to be worn slack adjusters. They showed me exactly what was wrong and fixed it right. No surprises.

Dave L.

Regional Carrier

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I drive a Western Star and parts can be hard to source. Torpedo tracked down what I needed and had it installed faster than I expected. Great network.

Frank C.

Owner Operator, Western Star

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Honest shop with real technicians. They don't recommend work you don't need and they stand behind everything they do. That's rare in this industry.

Jerry T.

Veteran Owner Operator, 15 Yrs

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Best truck repair shop in the Tacoma area. Honest, fast, and fair. My rig was diagnosed and back on the road the same day. I won't take my truck anywhere else.

Marcus D.

Owner Operator, Pacific NW

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Torpedo got my alignment done in a few hours. I was losing tires at 40k miles, now I'm going 100k+ with the same set. Worth every penny.

Danny K.

Independent Trucker

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

They fixed a refrigeration unit on my reefer trailer on a Saturday morning. Most shops won't touch that on weekends. Torpedo showed up and handled it.

Elena M.

Refrigerated Carrier

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Had a brake chamber blowout near Fife. They were out in under an hour and had me rolling again in two. Professional from first call to last torque.

Carl W.

Flatbed Operator

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Extremely professional shop. They diagnosed a coolant issue I'd been chasing for months in under two hours. Wish I'd found them sooner.

Patrick O.

Owner Operator, Kenworth

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I send all my drivers here when they're in the Fife area. Consistent quality, honest billing, and they keep me updated the whole time. Couldn't ask for more.

Diane R.

Dispatch Manager

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

They installed a new steer axle and realigned the whole truck. Handled every step cleanly. Price was fair, timeline was exact, and truck drives straight.

Ray M.

Owner Operator, Mack

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

ABS fault code showed up at weigh station. Called Torpedo, they came out, diagnosed a bad wheel speed sensor, and replaced it roadside. Back on road fast.

Paul D.

Long Distance Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I had a landing gear failure with a loaded trailer at the dock. They came out fast with the right parts and had us operational within two hours.

Ken A.

Flatbed & Step Deck

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Brought my Kenworth in with a persistent oil leak that two other shops couldn't find. Torpedo isolated it to the rear main seal first try. Fixed right.

Harold N.

Owner Operator, Kenworth T680

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

We manage a fleet of 14 trucks and Torpedo is our go-to for everything from PM service to emergency breakdowns. Communication is clear and the work is solid.

Rachel T.

Fleet Manager, Logistics Co.

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Brought my Freightliner in for a random engine code. They found a bad injector, explained everything clearly, and had me out same day. Straight shooters.

Tony V.

Owner Operator, Freightliner

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

My DEF system went into limp mode on 167 with a full load. They dispatched fast and cleared it roadside. Saved my entire day.

Kevin H.

Regional Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Torpedo does all our DOT inspections. On time, thorough, and they document everything. Our compliance rate has been spotless since we switched to them.

Sandra L.

Safety Director, Carrier Co.

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Called on a Sunday for a blown turbo on my Volvo. They came out, confirmed the issue, and had the part ordered and installed by Tuesday. Fast and reliable.

Lisa C.

Regional Freight Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

The wiring harness on my trailer was a mess after a previous shop butchered it. These guys rewired it clean and it's worked perfectly for 8 months since.

Omar J.

Trailer Owner

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

My DPF was clogged and I was getting the dreaded parked regen light constantly. They cleaned and tested it properly. No more issues after three months.

Tina F.

Diesel Fleet Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

For our 6-truck fleet, Torpedo built a custom PM schedule around our delivery routes. Downtime is way down and our trucks are running cleaner than ever.

Maria H.

Small Fleet Owner

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

The whole team at Torpedo is professional from front desk to the tech bay. Estimates are accurate, work quality is high, and they never cut corners.

Ashley P.

Office Manager, Trucking Co.

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I run produce routes and can't afford downtime. Torpedo has become our emergency backup plan. They've pulled us out of jams three times this year alone.

Rosa V.

Perishables Carrier

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Called at 2 AM with a blown air brake line on I-5. They came out fast, fixed it right there, and I made my delivery on time. Real 24/7 service. They mean it.

James R.

Long Haul Driver

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I've been in trucking 22 years. These guys are the real deal. Honest estimates, no upsell, clean work. My whole company uses them now.

Bill S.

Fleet Owner, 8 Trucks

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

As a new owner-operator I was nervous about getting overcharged. Torpedo gave me a detailed written estimate before touching anything. Fair price, great work.

Miguel A.

New Owner Operator

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Front axle alignment on my Peterbilt was way off. They put it on the machine and corrected it perfectly. Truck drives like new and my tires are thanking me.

Andre B.

Long Haul, 18 Wheeler

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

After a collision my cab had significant body damage. Torpedo handled the frame straightening and body work. Truck came back straight and solid.

George T.

Owner Operator, Western Star

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I was stressed on a deadline when my transmission started slipping. Torpedo prioritized my truck, diagnosed it, and got me out in time. Lifesavers.

Chris N.

Time-Sensitive Freight

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

These guys took the time to explain what was wrong instead of just handing me a bill. That kind of honesty keeps me coming back every time.

Steve G.

Independent Operator

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Went in for what I thought was a brake issue. Turned out to be worn slack adjusters. They showed me exactly what was wrong and fixed it right. No surprises.

Dave L.

Regional Carrier

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

I drive a Western Star and parts can be hard to source. Torpedo tracked down what I needed and had it installed faster than I expected. Great network.

Frank C.

Owner Operator, Western Star

5.0
Torpedo Truck Repair

Honest shop with real technicians. They don't recommend work you don't need and they stand behind everything they do. That's rare in this industry.

Jerry T.

Veteran Owner Operator, 15 Yrs

5.0
How It Works

Our Process

From first call to back on the road
Call or Contact

Reach out 24/7 by phone or online. We respond fast — even on nights and weekends.

01
Fast Diagnostics

Our techs pinpoint the issue quickly using precision equipment and years of heavy-duty experience.

02
Clear Estimate

You get a full itemized estimate before a single bolt is turned. No surprises, no pressure.

03
Expert Repair

Certified technicians perform precision repairs using quality parts built for heavy-duty work.

04
Back On The Road

Same-day service when possible. Fully inspected and road-ready before it leaves our shop.

05

Your truck is down. Every minute costs money. We fix Class 6 through 8 trucks and trailers for Lockport operators, with 24/7 emergency roadside dispatch and a written itemized estimate before a bolt is turned. Our shop is located at 2940 W 36th St Unit A in Chicago, and Lockport sits on our service list through the I-355 interchanges at IL-7/159th Street and IL-171/Archer Avenue.

Call (331) 299-1322.

In-cab air brake test the working sequence

Truck Repair Services We Perform for Lockport Fleets and Owner-Operators

  • Diesel Engine Repair And Maintenance
  • Electrical Diagnostics And Repair for intermittent faults and no-starts
  • Truck And Trailer Brake Repair, treated as same-day safety work
  • Exhaust And DPF Repair, including DPF, DEF, EGR and SCR derates
  • Transmission And Clutch Repair
  • Suspension And Steering Repair
  • Tires And Wheels Service And Repair after a blowout
  • Cooling System and Fuel System Repair
  • Truck And Trailer Body Repair on flatbed, dry van and reefer
  • Preventive Maintenance PM Service and DOT inspection support

Platforms: Freightliner Cascadia and Columbia, Kenworth T680 and W990, Peterbilt 579, 389 and 579EV, Volvo VNL D11 and D13, Mack MP7 and MP8, International A26 and MX-13, Western Star.

Before you start setting up a safe air brake inspection

Mobile Truck Repair in Lockport, or Shop Work

Roadside-safe repairs happen on site at your truck, no tow required. Major work comes to the Chicago bay. Our mobile truck repair units carry diagnostic laptops and parts for common breakdowns, which settles many electrical faults, brake problems and drivetrain issues on site. Searching semi truck repair near me from a shoulder on Route 7? This is the number. Torpedo Truck Repair was built from inside trucking operations, est. 2017, and that experience means our team understands what a stopped load costs your business. Our customers get certified technicians, OEM diagnostic software, itemized estimates and no upsell. Licensed and insured, DOT certified, 4.9 stars across 146 Google Reviews.

How It Works, From Your Call to Back on the Road

  • 1. Call or click. Tell our team your location, unit and load status.
  • 2. Verified diagnosis. Fault codes pulled from the control modules, symptoms confirmed, root cause identified before we fix anything.
  • 3. Written estimate and your approval. Anything found later is communicated before additional work.
  • 4. Repair and verification. Road-ready. Same-day service focus when possible; timing depends on parts and scope.

Working in Lockport: Truck Routes, Permits and Winter

We dispatch mobile truck repair along Lockport’s designated truck routes: Route 171, Route 7, Briggs Street, Division Street and Gougar Road, plus the West Side between the I&M Canal and the Des Plaines River. The Police Department enforces routes, dimensions and weight, and oversize moves run through Oxcart on five- or ten-day permits, $50 to $300. Industrial and transportation businesses, wholesale trade and the Star Innovation District keep vocational units working here, not only over-the-road tractors. In winter the City prioritizes major streets while IDOT maintains IL-7, IL-53, IL-171 and New Avenue, so we promise no arrival window in severe weather. Pre-winter PM on cooling, electrical, brakes, tires and suspension prevents most breakdowns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide mobile truck repair in Lockport, or do I bring the truck in?

Both. Mobile truck repair handles roadside-safe work on site wherever you sit, including the I-355 interchanges at IL-7/159th and IL-171/Archer. Bigger jobs go to our Chicago facility. We ask your location and load status on the first call.

Are you really available 24/7?

Yes, for emergency roadside dispatch. Shop hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, closed Saturday and Sunday. The 24/7 applies to dispatch, not walk-in service.

Will I get a price before the work starts?

Yes, a full itemized estimate with your approval before a bolt is turned. No upsell, no surprises. We quote per truck, not from a rate sheet.

Can you diagnose a DPF or DEF derate without replacing random parts?

Yes. OEM diagnostic software, fault-code and symptom verification, root cause confirmed before any part is replaced, then post-repair verification by certified technicians.

Do you handle PM and DOT inspections for fleets based in Lockport?

Yes: custom PM schedules, priority fleet scheduling, DOT compliance documentation, fleet account billing and 24/7 fleet emergency response. Keep units on an established truck route until the permitted street nearest your destination.

Get Your Truck Moving. Call Torpedo Truck Repair

Mobile truck repair or shop bay, one number, an estimate in writing, back on the road. Call (331) 299-1322 or click to request a service quote. Takes under 60 seconds. No obligation.

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We answer every call. No voicemail during business hours.

Common Questions

Got Questions?

What trucks do you work on?

Freightliner, Volvo, Kenworth, Peterbilt, International, Mack, Western Star, and more — Class 6 through Class 8.

Your Truck Won't Fix Itself.

Broke down on the side of the road? We dispatch fast. Same-day shop service also available.