Breakdown Recovery
For a vehicle that cannot safely continue because of a breakdown or mechanical problem.
Vehicle recovery requests
CarResQ makes it easier to request vehicle recovery in Leeds by collecting the important vehicle and journey information in one online form.
Start your request
Enter accurate journey and vehicle details below.
Local recovery information
Leeds has busy local roads and several major motorway connections, so vehicle problems can arise in very different settings—from a city-centre journey to a trip around the wider region. CarResQ allows customers to provide more than a location: the recovery form gathers the vehicle registration, collection and delivery postcodes and relevant information about the problem.
A breakdown recovery request in Leeds may concern a car that will not start, a mechanical problem that makes continuing unsafe, accident damage or a vehicle that needs taking to a garage. You can also request planned transport for a non-running vehicle or a car being moved between locations. Providing full journey and condition details gives providers a clearer description of the job.
Ways CarResQ can help
Choose the request that best describes why your vehicle needs assistance or transportation.
For a vehicle that cannot safely continue because of a breakdown or mechanical problem.
For moving a vehicle from one location to another when it cannot or should not be driven.
For a vehicle that needs moving after an accident, where recovery is appropriate and safe.
For planned transportation between homes, garages, dealerships or other destinations.
Where appropriate, the issue may be assessed before deciding whether recovery is required.
Include information about the problem when requesting recovery to a garage or repair destination.
Service-area requests
Recovery requests can be submitted from across Leeds and surrounding areas, including Leeds City Centre, Headingley, Chapel Allerton, Armley, Holbeck, Beeston, Roundhay, Pudsey, Horsforth and Morley. These are service areas, not claims of a CarResQ depot in each location.
A clear four-step request
Provide the registration, collection postcode, contact number and requested vehicle information.
Add the destination and relevant details about the vehicle, access or problem.
Your submitted request contains the important information needed to understand the proposed recovery.
The recovery can then be arranged around the vehicle and journey requirements supplied.
Useful job details
Submit the important recovery details through one form.
Give providers more useful information than a location alone.
Use CarResQ for breakdown recovery or planned transport.
CarResQ supports both recovery and automotive repair requests.
Common questions
Complete the recovery form with the collection and delivery postcodes, registration, contact number and a clear description of the issue. These details create a structured Leeds recovery request that providers can use to understand the vehicle and the journey required.
Yes. If the vehicle is in a live lane or another dangerous position, contact the emergency services or road operator first. When safe, include the road, direction of travel, nearest junction and exact safe collection point so the location is unambiguous.
Yes. Enter the chosen garage or destination postcode and explain whether the car starts, rolls, steers or has visible damage. Confirm that the destination can receive the vehicle and mention any opening-time or access considerations in the request.
Provide an accurate registration, both postcodes and a contact number. Explain why the vehicle cannot be driven and mention damage, restricted access, locked wheels or anything else that could affect loading. Precise information helps a provider assess the job before responding.
CarResQ can be used for planned transport as well as breakdown recovery. Explain that the movement is planned, state whether the vehicle runs and provide both ends of the journey. This can cover suitable moves between homes, garages, dealerships or storage locations.
Ready to send the details?
Enter your vehicle and collection details and submit your request through CarResQ.