Vehicle Recovery With Seized Brakes or Wheels
Vehicle Recovery With Seized Brakes or Wheels
A vehicle with seized brakes, a locked wheel or tyres that prevent it rolling needs more assessment than an ordinary collection. Onagone asks about the condition before accepting the movement so loading requirements can be considered.
Why wheel condition matters
Recovery equipment is designed around safely loading a vehicle, but a car that cannot roll freely may need a different approach. A seized brake, damaged suspension, locked transmission, collapsed tyre or accident damage can change what is practical at the collection point.
Tell us before collection
- Which wheels do not rotate, if known.
- Whether the vehicle starts or selects neutral.
- Whether the parking brake releases.
- Whether tyres are inflated and wheels are attached.
- Whether steering works.
- Whether the vehicle is accessible from the front or rear.
Do not hide a non-rolling vehicle
Accurate condition information helps avoid sending unsuitable equipment or arriving at a vehicle that cannot be loaded as expected. If you are unsure, describe what happened and provide photographs where possible.
Related recovery options
See non-runner vehicle transport for general non-running vehicles and accident vehicle recovery for damaged vehicles. For all services, visit Recovery & Vehicle Transport.