Catalytic converter theft continues unabated throughout the United States. High prices of the precious metals used in catalytic converter manufacture ensure that catalytic converters will be a tempting target for the foreseeable future. To help combat this problem, at Crown City Tire stores in Pasadena and Hastings Ranch, we offer two forms of catalytic converter protection: catalytic converter shield installation as well as FREE catalytic converter etching, which can also dissuade thieves from stealing the catalytic converter.

Should the thieves decide to steal the catalytic converter after all, the unique ID number we engrave on the catalytic converter helps police to prosecute the thieves and to return the converter to its rightful owner. 

This program is 100% complimentary – you can chose either Pasadena (80 W Bellevue Dr.) or Hastings Ranch (3161 E Foothill Blvd) location -  we engrave a unique identification number on the catalytic converter itself to deter theft - a thief will instantly know that he will have difficulty selling this particular converter, and if the thief is caught by the police while in possession of the converter, it will constitute an incontrovertible proof of his guilt. The process takes just under 30 minutes, and it does not harm the catalytic converter. 

In order to avail yourself of our free catalytic converter etching service, you will need to make an appointment with one of our shops – simply give us a call. Once the appointment time is set, bring your vehicle to us and we will take care of the rest. Our highly skilled technicians will select the best place to engrave the number, and will ensure that it is visible for anybody who may be looking to steal the catalytic converter. If your car is due for an oil change or tire rotation, we can perform this service at the same time, since your vehicle will already be up on a lift to facilitate catalytic converter engraving. 

At Crown City Tires we want to do our part in stopping catalytic converter theft, and to help our clients avoid the expense of replacing stolen catalytic converters. These costs typically amount to thousands of dollars for the catalytic converter itself, and frequently additional cost of replacing other parts, like the oxygen sensor, that often get damaged during the theft. 

Our catalytic converter engraving program is performed as a community service – it is 100% free – all it takes is a phone call to set up an appointment, and in no time your vehicle’s catalytic converter will have a permanent, unique id number to deter thieves.