NAICS Code 811111 — General Automotive Repair
National Industry in the official 2022 North American Industry Classification System (U.S. Census Bureau). It is one of 2 national industries under 81111 (Automotive Mechanical and Electrical Repair and Maintenance).
| Code | 811111 |
|---|---|
| Title | General Automotive Repair |
| Level | National Industry (6-digit) |
| Edition | NAICS 2022 edition |
| SBA size standard | $9 million in average annual receipts |
Official definition (2022 NAICS)
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing (1) a wide range of mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance services for automotive vehicles, such as passenger cars, trucks, and vans, and all trailers or (2) engine repair and replacement.
Illustrative Examples:
Automobile repair garages (except gasoline service stations)
General automotive repair shops
Automotive engine repair and replacement shops
Is a business under 811111 "small"?
Under the SBA size standards (13 CFR 121.201, effective March 17, 2023), a business classified in NAICS 811111 qualifies as a small business if it does not exceed $9 million in average annual receipts. Small-business status determines eligibility for federal set-aside contracts, SAM.gov certifications and SBA loan programs — receipts are averaged over the latest 5 fiscal years.
Where 811111 sits in the hierarchy
| Level | Code | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | 81 | Other Services (except Public Administration) |
| Subsector | 811 | Repair and Maintenance |
| Industry Group | 8111 | Automotive Repair and Maintenance |
| NAICS Industry | 81111 | Automotive Mechanical and Electrical Repair and Maintenance |
| National Industry | 811111 | General Automotive Repair |
Related SIC codes
Via the official U.S. Census concordance (1987 SIC ↔ NAICS), shown only where the industry definition is unchanged in NAICS 2022.
| SIC code | Title |
|---|---|
7538 | General Automotive Repair Shops |
Related National Industry codes
811114— Specialized Automotive Repair
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Data: official 2022 NAICS structure, descriptions and Census concordances, U.S. Census Bureau — U.S. government works in the public domain (17 U.S.C. §105). Suggested reference, not an official determination.