A Miami-based collision repair company with locations across South Florida has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Case filings show that the company faces a wide gap between its assets and liabilities.
MTJ Paint & Body Shop, Inc. is seeking to restructure its finances through the Chapter 11 process. The filing follows several recent Chapter 11 cases involving automotive repair businesses.
MTJ Paint & Body Shop, Inc. Enters Bankruptcy
Adding to a wave of Chapter 11 filings this year, the company submitted its petition on June 8, 2026. Case filings classify MTJ Paint & Body Shop, Inc. as a “small business debtor.”
Company President Armando de la Cruz signed the bankruptcy petition as the authorized representative. Filing details, as shown on PACER, add that attorney Ariel Sagre of Sagre Law Firm, P.A., is the legal counsel.
Case Related Details
As of now, few documents have been listed in the petition filed by MTJ Paint & Body Shop, Inc.
The details available show that it submitted a list of creditors who have made the largest unsecured claims and are not insiders. Webbank holds the largest unsecured claim. Other creditors include American Express, SBA Loan, Bank of America, and more.
Most of the listed claims are categorized as contingent, unliquidated, and disputed, according to court records. Court filings suggest that funds will be available for distribution to the unsecured creditors.
A summarized version of the Chapter 11 petition is shared here:
- Filing Date: June 8, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition
- Chapter: 11
- Case Number: 26-17476-RAM
- Estimated Assets: Between $0 and $50,000
- Estimated Liabilities: Between $500,001 and $1 million
- Estimated Creditors: Between 1 and 49
- Reason for Filing: Restructure business under court supervision
About the Company
MTJ Paint & Body Shop, Inc. operates as a collision repair and auto body business with locations across Miami-Dade and parts of Broward County. Its offerings include collision repair, frame and structural repair, paint refinishing, dent and bumper repair, accident towing, and insurance-claim assistance.
According to its website, the company works with major insurance carriers and serves a wide range of vehicle brands, including luxury and imported models. The website also highlights ASE and I-CAR certifications and accident-scene towing services.
Other Recent Filings by Automotive Repair Companies
Several automotive repair businesses have sought Chapter 11 protection in recent months.
One recent example is California-based Amirepair I Inc. The 31-year-old towing and auto repair shop in Lake Isabella filed for Chapter 11 on April 10, 2026. The filing was intended to support the company’s financial reorganization efforts. Case filings then showed both assets and liabilities were over $1 million.
Earlier this year, Santin Auto and Truck Repair Center LLC entered bankruptcy. After 15 years in business, the automotive and heavy-duty truck repair company from San Antonio submitted its petition to readjust finances. Case records available from February 13, 2026, showed a lack of funds for paying unsecured creditors.
MTJ Paint & Body Shop, Inc.’s Chapter 11 filing reiterates the financial distress facing the auto body and collision repair industry. The outcome of its case is expected to depend on its ability to reorganize, normalize cash flow, and sustain regular activities during the proceedings.
