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Many vehicle manufacturers include roadside assistance with eligible new vehicles, certified pre-owned vehicles, warranties, or manufacturer service programs. Depending on the automaker and the vehicle's coverage, roadside assistance may provide towing, battery jump-starts, flat-tire help, emergency fuel delivery, or assistance when you are locked out of your vehicle.

Manufacturer roadside assistance is not necessarily permanent. Coverage can depend on the vehicle's age, mileage, warranty status, original sale date, or participation in a particular program. If you own an older or discontinued vehicle, the original roadside program may also have expired.

Use the manufacturer links below to check the current roadside assistance options available for your vehicle.

How Manufacturer Roadside Assistance Works

Automaker roadside assistance is generally associated with an eligible vehicle rather than a separate roadside membership. When a covered problem occurs, the vehicle owner contacts the manufacturer's roadside program and requests assistance.

The manufacturer or its roadside provider can then arrange an appropriate service provider. Exactly what is included depends on the automaker and the specific coverage attached to the vehicle.

Before relying on the program, verify that your vehicle is still eligible and check the applicable towing limits, service restrictions, and possible charges.

Roadside Assistance by Vehicle Manufacturer

Select your vehicle manufacturer below to find its roadside-assistance information. For discontinued brands, the link may lead to the parent manufacturer's current support or roadside service.

What Does Manufacturer Roadside Assistance Cover?

Coverage varies by manufacturer and vehicle, but roadside programs commonly provide assistance for problems such as:

• Vehicle towing
• Battery jump-starts
• Flat-tire assistance
• Emergency fuel delivery
• Vehicle lockouts
• Other basic roadside emergencies

A manufacturer may limit towing distance, number of service events, covered vehicles, or the amount it pays toward a particular service. Always check the current terms for your vehicle rather than assuming every manufacturer's program works the same way.

Roadside Assistance for a Car Lockout

If your keys are locked inside the vehicle, manufacturer roadside assistance may include basic car lockout service. The roadside provider may dispatch someone to regain access to the vehicle when the service is covered.

Lockout coverage does not necessarily include repairing damaged locks or making a replacement key. If the vehicle's lock or ignition is damaged, you may need an automotive locksmith rather than ordinary roadside assistance.

What If Your Car Key Is Lost?

A completely lost key is different from locking a working key inside the vehicle. Manufacturer roadside assistance may help with transportation or other services depending on the program, but making a new key can require a separate car key replacement service.

Modern vehicles may use a transponder key, remote-head key, flip key, laser-cut key, or smart key. Depending on the vehicle, replacement can involve both cutting the appropriate key and programming its electronic components.

If you still have a working key and simply want another one before an emergency occurs, getting duplicate car keys in advance can be considerably more convenient than dealing with an all-keys-lost situation on the roadside.

What If Manufacturer Roadside Coverage Has Expired?

Roadside assistance supplied with a vehicle may end after a particular period, mileage limit, warranty period, or other eligibility condition. If the original manufacturer's coverage has expired, you still have other options.

Roadside assistance may be available through your auto insurance company, credit card, cellphone carrier, automobile club, or a separately purchased roadside-assistance plan. You can also contact the appropriate local service directly when you need towing, a jump-start, tire assistance, or locksmith service.

Before paying for additional coverage, check whether you already have roadside assistance from another source. It is possible to have overlapping benefits without realizing it.

Manufacturer Roadside Assistance FAQ

Do all new cars include roadside assistance?

No. Roadside-assistance availability and eligibility vary by manufacturer, model, warranty, and vehicle program. Check the coverage supplied with your specific vehicle.

How long does manufacturer roadside assistance last?

There is no universal period. Some programs are tied to a specific number of years or miles, while others depend on warranty or service-program eligibility.

Does manufacturer roadside assistance include towing?

Many programs provide towing, but limits can apply to towing distance, destination, circumstances, or cost. Check your manufacturer's current terms.

Will roadside assistance jump-start a dead battery?

Battery jump-starts are a common roadside service, but eligibility depends on the manufacturer's program and your vehicle's coverage.

Can manufacturer roadside assistance unlock my vehicle?

Some programs include vehicle lockout assistance. This generally means helping you regain access when a working key is locked inside, rather than manufacturing a new key.

Will the manufacturer replace a lost smart key?

Do not assume that lost-key replacement is included with roadside assistance. A replacement smart key can require compatible hardware and vehicle-specific programming, and the cost may fall outside the roadside benefit.

Can I still get roadside assistance for a discontinued vehicle brand?

Possibly, but the vehicle's original complimentary coverage may have expired. Owners of discontinued brands such as Mercury, Pontiac, Saturn, and Scion should check the current support resources of the parent manufacturer and any other roadside coverage they have.

How do I know if my vehicle is still covered?

Use the manufacturer's roadside or owner-support information above and have your vehicle information available. Eligibility can depend on the vehicle, original sale date, mileage, warranty, and specific roadside program.