We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-8 of Mechanics Bancorp of our report dated March 20, 2025, except for Note 23 – EARNINGS PER SHARE for which the date is July 3,
2025, on the consolidated financial statements of Mechanics Bank
, which is incorporated by reference in this Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-4 on Form S-8 (No. 333-288528) of Mechanics Bancorp (formerly known
as HomeStreet, Inc.).