How much does wrong-fuel rescue cost?
There is no single fixed price for every wrong-fuel job. The cost of mobile fuel drainage depends on the vehicle, what was added to the tank, how much contamination is present, your location, and whether the ignition was switched on, the engine was started or the vehicle was driven.
For a quote based on your situation, call RoadHelp 24/7 on 0498 338 188. Tell us your location, vehicle, correct fuel type, what was added, the approximate amount and whether the engine has run.
What affects the price of a fuel drain?
1. Vehicle and fuel-system layout
Different vehicles provide different access to the fuel tank and fuel system. The make, model, engine and tank layout can affect the work needed to remove contaminated fuel safely.
2. What went into the tank
Petrol in diesel, diesel in petrol and AdBlue in a fuel tank are different contamination situations. Tell us exactly what was added so the technician can assess the appropriate process and equipment.
3. How much wrong fuel was added
A small amount added before the mistake was noticed can require a different assessment from a tank containing a larger volume of contaminated fuel. An approximate amount helps us prepare a more useful quote.
4. Whether the engine was started or the vehicle was driven
If the engine has not been started, keep the ignition off. If the vehicle has already been driven, stop somewhere safe and switch the engine off. Once contaminated fuel has circulated through the system, additional assessment or mechanical attention can sometimes be needed. Fuel draining cannot guarantee that damage which has already occurred is resolved.
5. Your exact location
RoadHelp is a mobile service. Attendance in Canberra, nearby ACT/NSW areas and more distant regional locations can involve different travel requirements. Give us your exact location when you call so we can discuss availability, expected arrival time and the quote before attendance.
What should a wrong-fuel quote cover?
Before the job proceeds, ask what is included in the proposed service. Depending on the situation, this can include mobile attendance, assessment, removal of contaminated fuel, cleaning of relevant parts of the fuel system where appropriate, and replacement fuel where agreed. If additional work appears necessary after assessment, it should be explained before proceeding.
Can RoadHelp quote before attending?
In many cases we can discuss a quote after you provide the vehicle and incident details. The more accurate the information you give us, the more useful that discussion will be. If the condition of the vehicle or contamination is different from what was described, the technician may need to explain any change before additional work proceeds.
Is there a fixed price for every fuel drain?
No. A fixed price would ignore important differences between vehicles, contamination types, locations and whether the engine has been started or driven. RoadHelp quotes according to the actual job rather than advertising one price for every vehicle.
Does starting the car affect the cost?
It can affect the work required. If the wrong fuel remains mainly in the tank, the situation can be different from a vehicle that has circulated contaminated fuel through its fuel system. Tell us whether the ignition was switched on, whether the engine started and how far the vehicle travelled.
What about AdBlue in the fuel tank?
AdBlue accidentally added to the fuel tank should be treated as a contamination incident. Do not start the vehicle if it is still off. Tell us specifically that AdBlue went into the fuel tank rather than the normal AdBlue reservoir so the situation can be assessed correctly.
Regional wrong-fuel rescue pricing
RoadHelp provides mobile wrong-fuel assistance across Canberra and surrounding regional NSW. We currently service Queanbeyan, Yass, Murrumbateman, Goulburn, Marulan, Collector and the Hume Highway corridor, Cooma and Jindabyne / the Snowy Mountains, plus nearby areas subject to location and availability.
What should I do while arranging help?
Keep the ignition off and do not start the engine. If you are already driving, stop somewhere safe and switch the engine off. Do not restart the vehicle until the situation has been assessed. For the immediate steps, see what to do after putting the wrong fuel in your car.
Get a wrong-fuel rescue quote
For 24/7 mobile wrong-fuel assistance, call RoadHelp on 0498 338 188. You can also view our wrong-fuel and mobile fuel-drainage service.
Wrong-fuel guides
Not sure what to do? Read our guides: petrol in a diesel car, diesel in a petrol car and AdBlue in the fuel tank.
