About AA Breakdown Cover
How does the AA compare with other breakdown organisations?
As the UK's largest breakdown organisation, we fix more breakdowns by the roadside than anyone else. There's no charge for labour at the roadside.
Also 95% of our members would recommend us to friends.
As a member you are entitled to AA Rewards, which could save you an amount equal to or more than the cost of your membership.
What are the chances of you repairing my car at the roadside?
We're able to help over 3.5 million people a year. And we fix four out of every five cars at the roadside using unique on-board computers to help diagnose faults when you've broken down.
Will you come out if I'm the passenger rather than the driver?
Yes, regardless of your type of cover, with AA Breakdown Cover you are covered as the driver or passenger. If you have cover for you (Personal membership) this applies for any vehicle. If you have cover for your car (Vehicle membership) we will come out to you as the driver or passenger of the vehicle you registered when you bought cover.
How many times can I break down?
You can call us out five times in one Membership year (seven if you have joint Membership or eight if you have family Membership) without incurring any call-out charges.
How quickly can you reach me?
If you break down, the AA has the latest satellite technology to help find the shortest route to get you. We also give priority to people in vulnerable situations. You can download our app so we can locate you using your mobile phone GPS signal.
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Buying breakdown cover
How soon will I be covered if I apply online?
Your Roadside Assistance begins immediately after your online application has been successfully processed. If you have provided us with your email address we will send you email confirmation. Within 28 days we will send you your documents and membership card(s) through the post.
Please note: Home Start, Relay and Stay Mobile benefits only start 24 hours after your Membership commences.
Parts and garage labour cover (Breakdown Repair Cover) begins 14 days after your cover has started.
Can I buy AA Breakdown Cover as a present for someone else?
Yes you can, provided you know their name and address.
Is my online payment secure?
Yes. We use the highest form of encryption generally available to make sure your payment is safe.
Our secure-server software scrambles all the details you input before they are sent, so that only we can understand them.
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Existing breakdown customers
I've broken down but haven't received my membership card yet. What should I do?
Sorry to hear that. If you break down and you bought over the phone, call us on 0800 887766. If you bought online please remember to quote the Membership number that was emailed to you.
Can I change the way I pay for AA Breakdown Cover?
Yes. We provide a choice of easy payment methods. When you renew you can choose to set up a direct debit or a continuous payment by credit or debit card. These options will save you time in the future as we will renew your cover automatically at the end of the year. You can also make a one-off payment with either a credit or debit card when renewing.
We accept Visa and MasterCard. Alternatively, you can pay for your cover monthly directly from your bank account. Just call us on 0800 085 2721.
How do I complain about AA products or services?
If you're unhappy with our service for any reason, we really want to hear from you. Please see the information on what you need to do next.
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Renewing your cover
How can I renew my breakdown cover?
Up to 10 weeks before your cover is due to expire we'll send you a renewal invitation. This will include details of your renewal, based on your existing level of cover, and the various ways to renew. If you are not already paying on a continuous credit card or annual direct debit basis, then you can choose a payment method to suit you. You'll soon be able to renew your cover online, but until then call us on 0800 085 2721.
Will I keep my existing Membership number when I renew my breakdown cover?
Yes, your AA Membership number will stay the same, even if you have made changes to your cover.
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