Engine breakdown in Brussels: fast on-site diagnostic
Engine breakdown in Brussels – diagnostic and breakdown service 24/7.
Brussels Car Dépannage has been diagnosing and fixing engine breakdowns in Brussels for over +10 years. With 4.9/5 on Google and over 212 reviews, we are the most recommended car breakdown service in the region. And it's the owners themselves who respond with their diagnostic tool.
Your car won't start? The engine is making a strange noise? The engine warning light came on and everything stopped? Your car stalled and won't restart?
Don't panic. We arrive in less than 30 minutes with our diagnostic tools. We identify the fault on site, we explain what's wrong, and we offer you the best solution: immediate repair or towing to a garage.
How we carry out the diagnostic
First thing we do: we listen to your description of the problem. That already gives us leads (metallic noise = belt or timing, overheating = coolant, red warning light = serious problem). Then, we do a visual and technical diagnostic.
We check the basics: oil level, coolant, belts, battery, alternator. If it's an electronic problem, we plug in our diagnostic tool to read the error codes from the ECU. We explain what we found: which part is broken, whether it's repairable on site or not, and what needs to be done.
Quick tip: if your engine warning light comes on, don't keep driving. It can make the fault worse and turn a small repair into a big bill. Pull over, call us at 0479 89 00 89 so we can diagnose before it gets worse.
Engine breakdown diagnostic pricing in Brussels
Pricing adapted to your situation – The price depends on the type of diagnostic and the service needed. We give you the exact rate by phone BEFORE we come.
On-site diagnostic: We identify the problem with our tools – rate provided by phone.
Diagnostic + minor repair (if possible): Fuse, accessory belt, electrical connection... – free instant quote.
Towing to garage (if serious fault): We take you to the garage of your choice – rate based on distance.
Diagnostic free if we tow you – The diagnostic price is deducted from the towing.
⚠️ Good to know:
An on-site diagnostic can save you an unnecessary tow and a garage bill. We sometimes find simple faults (fuse, connection) fixable in 10 minutes.
Call 0479 89 00 89: we give you the exact rate in 2 minutes. No surprises.
We diagnose all types of engine breakdowns
- 🔴 Car that won't start – Battery, starter, alternator, or other cause?
- ⚠️ Engine warning light on – Reading error codes with diagnostic tool
- 🌡️ Engine overheating – Coolant, thermostat, water pump
- 💨 Abnormal smoke – White (head gasket), black (injection), blue (oil)
- 🔊 Suspicious engine noise – Knocking, whistling, grinding
- ⚡ Electronic problem – ECU, sensors, wiring harness
- 🔧 Belt / timing – Broken or loose belt
- ❌ Engine stalling – While driving or at idle
Whatever the symptom, we identify the cause and explain it clearly.
Engine diagnostic: why is it important?
Many people call a garage directly and have their car towed without knowing what's wrong. The problem? The garage will charge you for the diagnostic, then the repair. And sometimes, it's just a small thing (loose belt, blown fuse) that we can fix on site in 10 minutes.
An on-site diagnostic saves you time and money. We identify the problem, we tell you if we can repair immediately or if you need towing to a garage. If it's serious (broken engine, failed timing), we explain clearly what's going to happen and we tow you. But if it's simple, we sort it out directly.
When to call us for an engine breakdown?
✅ Call us if:
- ✔ Your car won't start at all
- ✔ The red engine warning light has come on
- ✔ Your car stalled and won't restart
- ✔ The engine is making an abnormal noise (knocking, whistling)
- ✔ Smoke is coming from under the bonnet
- ✔ The engine temperature is in the red
⚠️ While waiting for us to arrive:
- • Don't keep trying the starter (you'll drain the battery)
- • Don't open the bonnet if steam is coming out (risk of burns)
- • Get yourself to safety if you're on the road
- • Note the symptoms to describe them to us
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you diagnose the fault on site?
Yes, we arrive with a professional diagnostic tool that reads error codes from the ECU. We also visually check the basics: levels, belts, electrical connections. Generally, we identify the problem in 15-20 minutes.
If you can't repair, what do you do?
We explain clearly what's wrong and offer to tow you to the garage of your choice. We don't direct you to a partner garage, you decide. If you don't have a garage, we can recommend a trusted one.
How much does an engine breakdown diagnostic cost?
Call 0479 89 00 89, we give you the exact rate based on your situation. If we then tow you, the diagnostic price is deducted from the towing. Rate provided BEFORE service, no surprises.
My car won't start at all, is it necessarily the engine?
Not necessarily. Often, it's the battery, starter, or alternator. These faults are simpler and cheaper to repair than a real engine breakdown. We diagnose to know exactly what's blocking.
The engine light is on but the car runs, is it serious?
It depends. An orange light is a warning: you can drive carefully to the garage. A red light is urgent: stop and call us. In any case, don't ignore an engine warning light, it can get worse quickly.
My car stalled while driving and won't restart, what should I do?
Get yourself to safety (hazard lights, warning triangle), and call us at 0479 89 00 89. Don't keep trying the starter, you risk draining the battery or making the fault worse. We'll come to diagnose on site.
Do you repair serious engine faults (head gasket, timing)?
No, major repairs need a garage with heavy equipment. However, we diagnose the problem and tow you to the garage. You arrive at the mechanic already knowing what's wrong, which avoids nasty surprises.
Do you respond if my car broke down on the motorway?
Yes, we respond on the Ring and motorways around Brussels. Get yourself to safety on the hard shoulder, turn on your hazard lights, and call us at 0479 89 00 89.