Santin Auto and Truck Repair Center LLC has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The automotive and heavy-duty truck repair provider has been prompted to restructure its debts. Operations at the San Antonio company are expected to continue as normal under court supervision during the proceedings.
Santin Auto and Truck Repair Center LLC Seeks Bankruptcy Protection
According to the latest case details on PACER, Santin Auto and Truck Repair Center LLC submitted a Chapter 11 petition on February 13. The voluntary filing was made in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Texas.
Attorney Stephen W. Sather of Barron & Newburger, P.C. represents the San Antonio-based company, with its owner, Esteban Santin, listed as the authorized representative in the petition.
Company Background
For over 15 years, Santin Auto and Truck Repair Center LLC has provided light, medium, and heavy-duty repair services for vehicles and construction equipment. Services include semi-truck and diesel repair, 24/7 mobile roadside assistance, fleet, bus, and RV maintenance, auto repair, and heavy equipment servicing.
Based in San Antonio, Texas, the company’s operations encompass welding, fabrication, engine rebuilds, roadside assistance, and additional services.
Proceedings So Far
According to court filings, attorney Stephen W. Sather, on behalf of Santin Auto and Truck Repair Center LLC, submitted a 14-page petition seeking a fee of $1,738. Additional details in the latest Chapter 11 proceedings are listed here:
- Filing Date: February 13, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Texas
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition
- Chapter: 11
- Case Number: 5:26-bk-50372
- Estimated Assets: $1,000,001-$10 million
- Estimated Liabilities: $1,000,001-$10 million
- Reason for Filing: Restructure business under court supervision
As of now, Santin Auto and Truck Repair Center LLC currently owes roughly 49 creditors in total. Court filings indicate that funds will not be available for distribution to unsecured creditors after administrative expenses are paid.
Court records show the company’s first-day filings included a list of equity holders and a financial affairs statement. In addition, a list of creditors with the 20 largest unsecured claims who are not insiders, and verification of the creditor matrix, were submitted.
Filing details show that Santin Auto and Truck Repair Center LLC has been asked to submit its Chapter 11 plan by June 15, 2026. A disclosure statement must also be submitted by the same day.
The bankruptcy filing marks a key restructuring for the San Antonio repair provider, allowing it to continue operations during the process. An impending reorganization plan in June is expected to determine its future financial footing significantly.
