Vehicle won’t start
If you turn the key or press the start button and the vehicle will not start, tell us what happens when you try.
FTS Recovery & Towing · 24/7 Dublin
Roadside Assistance Dublin
Vehicle trouble can happen anywhere and at any time. FTS provides 24/7 roadside assistance across Dublin for cars and vans that need help getting moving again or arranging recovery when they cannot continue.
Tell us where you are, what vehicle you have and what has happened. We’ll confirm availability, an estimated arrival time and the price.
24/7 roadside assistance
Day, night and weekends
Cars & vans
Help when your vehicle lets you down
Dublin coverage
Based in Finglas West
Need help at the roadside?
Call FTS and tell us what has happened.
If your car or van develops a problem and you cannot continue your journey normally, roadside assistance may be the first service you need.
You do not need to know exactly what is wrong before calling. Tell us where you are, what happened before the vehicle stopped or developed the problem, and what the vehicle is doing now.
Depending on the situation, roadside help may be appropriate. If the vehicle cannot continue and needs to be transported, breakdown recovery can then be arranged.
Call FTS for roadside assistance →Vehicle problems
When roadside assistance may help
Some vehicle problems happen without warning. Others become obvious when you try to start the car or continue your journey. Call us and describe what is happening before trying to diagnose the problem yourself.
Battery problems
A flat or weak battery is a common reason for a vehicle failing to start. FTS also provides dedicated jump-start and battery assistance services.
Vehicle stops during a journey
If your car or van stops while you are travelling, get yourself to a safe position where possible and call us with your location.
Warning lights or mechanical problems
If a warning light or mechanical problem means you do not believe the vehicle should continue, call before driving further.
Problem at home
Roadside assistance is not limited to the side of a road. You may need help when a vehicle will not start outside your home.
Problem at work or in a car park
If your vehicle develops a problem in a car park or at work, tell us about any access restrictions when you call.
Before you call
A few details help us understand the problem.
You don't need mechanical knowledge. Basic information about the vehicle, location and what happened is usually much more useful than trying to guess the fault.
Have these details ready
- Your current location
- Vehicle make and model
- What happened before the problem started
- Whether the vehicle starts
- Any warning lights you can see
- Whether the vehicle can move safely
How it works
Getting roadside help from FTS
Start with a phone call. We'll use the information you provide to discuss the appropriate assistance.
Call FTS NowTell us where you are
Give us the road name, Eircode, nearby landmark or send your location so we know where the vehicle is.
Explain what happened
Tell us what the vehicle is doing, whether it starts and anything you noticed before the problem occurred.
We discuss the assistance required
Based on the information you provide, we can discuss the appropriate roadside assistance or recovery arrangement.
Roadside help or recovery
If the vehicle cannot continue its journey, recovery can be arranged to an agreed destination.
Roadside help or vehicle recovery?
What is the difference?
The two services are closely connected, but they are not exactly the same. You don't need to decide which one you need before calling us.
Roadside Assistance
Roadside assistance is the first option when your vehicle develops a problem and assistance at its current location may be appropriate.
Call for roadside assistance →Breakdown Recovery
If the vehicle cannot continue safely or needs to be transported elsewhere, breakdown recovery may be required instead.
View Breakdown Recovery Dublin →Stay safe
If your vehicle stops unexpectedly
Before worrying about the vehicle itself, consider your position and the traffic around you.
- Switch on your hazard warning lights.
- If it can be done safely, move away from moving traffic.
- Keep yourself and passengers away from live traffic where it is safe to do so.
- Do not attempt repairs where passing traffic puts you at risk.
- Identify your location before calling for assistance.
- If there is an immediate danger or emergency, contact the emergency services on 112 or 999.
Roadside assistance areas
Roadside assistance across Dublin
FTS Recovery & Towing is based at Dunsoghly Park in Finglas West and provides roadside assistance across Dublin.
If you're unsure whether your location is covered, call or WhatsApp us and send your location.
View areas we cover →North Dublin areas
Finglas & Finglas West
Ballymun
Glasnevin
Cabra
Blanchardstown
Ashtown & Castleknock
Santry
Beaumont & Artane
Phibsborough & Stoneybatter
Related roadside services
The problem may need a more specific service.
As we build the new FTS service section, dedicated pages will provide more information about common roadside problems.
Breakdown Recovery
For vehicles that cannot continue and need to be transported to an agreed destination.
Jump Start Assistance
If your vehicle will not start because of a battery-related problem, jump-start assistance may be appropriate.
Car Battery Replacement
FTS also provides a dedicated car battery replacement service in Dublin.
Roadside assistance questions
Before calling FTS
Is roadside assistance available 24/7 in Dublin?
Yes. FTS provides roadside assistance day and night, including weekends. Call with your location and vehicle details for the current arrival estimate and to arrange help.
What should I do if my car won't start?
Tell us where the vehicle is and what happens when you try to start it. If you can see warning lights or hear clicking or other unusual sounds, mention that when you call.
Do I need to know what is wrong with my car?
No. You don't need to diagnose the fault yourself. Describe what happened and what the vehicle is doing now so we can discuss the appropriate assistance.
Can you help if my car won't start at home?
Roadside assistance is not limited to vehicles stranded on a public road. Call us with the location and details of the problem.
Do you provide roadside assistance for vans?
FTS provides assistance for cars and vans. Tell us the make and model when calling so we can discuss the appropriate service.
What happens if the vehicle cannot be fixed at the roadside?
If the vehicle cannot continue and needs to be transported, a recovery arrangement can be discussed. FTS also provides a dedicated breakdown recovery service across Dublin.
How much does roadside assistance cost in Dublin?
The price depends on the vehicle, location, problem and assistance required. Call FTS with the details so the price can be discussed before the job is agreed.
What location information should I provide?
An Eircode, road name, nearby landmark or location pin can help identify where the vehicle is. Also tell us whether you are on a road, at home, at work or in a car park.
24/7 Roadside Assistance · Dublin
Vehicle trouble? Call FTS.
Tell us where you are, what vehicle you have and what happened.