Locked wheel recovery
Recovery for vehicles with seized brakes, locked wheels or parking mechanisms that prevent normal loading.
Locked wheel recovery: vehicle-specific loading requirements
Before recovery
Explain which wheels are locked, whether the steering moves and whether keys or power are available. Mention electronic parking-brake faults.
Loading and transport
Agree suitable equipment and a loading method for the particular model and condition. Record the handover arrangements and any special handling requirements before collection.
Details for your recovery enquiry
Provide the exact vehicle model, weight and clearance if known, condition, key availability, collection access and destination.
Locked wheel recovery: questions and answers
Can a car with seized brakes be transported?
It may be possible with appropriate loading equipment. The operator needs the details in advance to assess wheel skates, dollies and access rather than assuming the car can roll.
What information helps arrange locked wheel recovery?
Provide the exact vehicle model, weight and clearance if known, condition, key availability, collection access and destination. Explain which wheels are locked, whether the steering moves and whether keys or power are available. Mention electronic parking-brake faults.
What affects the quotation for locked wheel recovery?
The quotation depends on the vehicle, loading needs, collection time, distance, access and any agreed waiting or crossings. Confirm the complete price and collection arrangements before dispatch.
Locked wheel recovery across the UK
Choose your area, then tell us the vehicle details and destination. Availability and suitable equipment are confirmed for the actual job.
1211 areas. All links are available below.
East Midlands 99 areas
East of England 117 areas
London 101 areas
North East 54 areas
North West 155 areas
Northern Ireland 30 areas
Scotland 113 areas
South East 188 areas
South West 106 areas
Wales 62 areas
West Midlands 80 areas
Yorkshire and The Humber 106 areas
Discuss your recovery
Have the precise location, vehicle registration, fault and destination ready. Call 0800 111 6480 to discuss availability and a quotation.