Showing results in Ask HJ [Show all channels]
Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first
-
Breaking down abroad 14 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Golf TSI DSG will be three-years-old in May, with 19,000 miles. I am 73 and like my first automatic, but I am concerned it may fail. Each summer we... -
My Audi A4 has been recalled for a potential plenum chamber fault, but it's already broken down. What are my rights? 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I received a recall letter last Wednesday for a potential problem with my Audi A4's plenum chamber. Ironically my car broke down on Saturday and, according... -
The AA breakdown service 4 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
Is the AA's breakdown service regulated by any organisation?? Their website proudly boasts that they are regulated by the FCA but this does not cover... -
Auris failure to proceed 23 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
Oil warnings in my 2007 Toyota Auris TR VVT-1-S-A 1600cc Auto. The car has been regularly serviced by Toyota Mail Dealer. Without any "warnings" the car... -
Do you know anything about a Mazda 3 recall related to the steering column? 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've discovered Mazda are recalling Mazda 3 2007-2009 models due to major problems with the steering column. Have you any information regarding this? -
Grim repair 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am just renewing my AA roadside Roadside/Recovery Cover and I was wondering whether the AA Breakdown Repair cover for parts and labour is worth taking... -
My Skoda Fabia's illuminating the ESP warning light. Is this common? 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Skoda Fabia 1.9TDI PD. After driving for about 10 minutes the ESP light comes on and stays on. Once you stop and turn the ignition off, the... -
Should I buy a BMW 840 CI? 11 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a BMW 840 which has done 133,000 miles. I'm not sure about the fuel consumption, as some say it does 16mpg. Can you please advise? -
E-numbers 25 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
We are looking to buy a 2002/52 Mercedes E270 CDI Classic with 62,000 miles, or we have sourced an 04 E270 CDI Elegance. Do we need to look for any particular... -
Car insurance - I'm now a convert to LV 6 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Here's another convert to LV= car insurance, just saved £96 on my annual premium and got better cover! Less excess (ie even cheaper insurance if you have... -
What year was the Toyota Avensis' VVT-i high oil consumption problem solved? 16 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
You have mentioned in the CBCB a problem with the Toyota Avensis VVT-i engine suffering high oil consumption due to a bore liner problem and/or being fitted... -
Unperturboed 14 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a March 2003 BMW 320d. I saw in your car by car breakdown entry on BMW 3-series E46, that 320d prior to October 2003 are prone to... -
Please warn your readers to be careful when organising insurance cover for driving abroad. 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I write to inform your readers of a potential major problem when organising Breakdown cover when taking your own vehicle across to Europe. Earlier this... -
If I'm on a smart motorway and my car starts to break down, can I pull over into a lane that's already marked with a red X? 14 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
Let's say, hypothetically, lanes one and two of a four-lane smart motorway have large red crosses on them so you are travelling in lane three. A problem... -
Golf timing belt snapped - what do I do? 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
My VW Golf Mark IV 2003's timing belt has recently snapped (i know, should have been more attentive with the servicing) and we're wondering what to do.... -
Will I invalidate my warranty by having my Renault serviced at an independent garage? 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My local Renault dealership closed in Weston Super Mare so the nearest dealer is in Bristol. Will I invalidate the 5-year warranty I have with Renault... -
EGS or DSG? 17 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I drove a Citroen C4 Picasso (2007reg) with the EGS gearbox and subsequently an Octavia (2008reg) with the 6-speed DSG - The DSG wins by a country mile!... -
Tecnincal problem with VAG Group 2.0-litre TSI 15 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
We on the SEATCupra.net website are finding a lot of "coil pack failures", but the fault appears secondary to oil leakage into the packs. This is on the... -
Good Volue? 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have enjoyed Volvos for many years. What sort of problems are there and worn out replacement parts needed if buying an 05 Volvo S60 automatic 210bhp... -
Is it safe to have my rear-wheel drive automatic car towed? 28 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a Jaguar S-Type 2.7-litre diesel automatic. In event of a breakdown, which seems quite likely, is it possible to tow this car without causing damage...