Out of fuel in Brussels: we arrive in 30 minutes
Out of fuel in Brussels – emergency breakdown service 24/7.
Brussels Car Dépannage has been delivering fuel on site in Brussels for +10 years. With 4.9/5 on Google and over 212 reviews, we are the most recommended empty tank breakdown service in the region. And it's the owners themselves who respond.
Are you out of petrol or diesel on the roadside? It happens more often than you'd think: faulty gauge, forgot to fill up, or miscalculated the distance.
We arrive in less than 30 minutes with 5 litres of fuel. We fill your tank on site, and you drive straight to the nearest petrol station. Simple and fast.
How we handle running out of fuel
We arrive with 5 litres of fuel (petrol or diesel depending on your car). That's more than enough for you to drive to the nearest petrol station. We pour the fuel directly into your tank, make sure the car starts properly, and off you go.
For diesel, it's a bit more complicated. If the tank is completely empty, you sometimes need to reprime the system (remove the air that got into the pipes). We know how to do it, but it takes a few more minutes than with a petrol car.
Quick tip: never run on reserve with a diesel. If you run dry, repriming can be expensive if you have to have it done at a garage. With a petrol car, it's less serious, but still avoid it: running with an almost empty tank clogs the filters.
Out of fuel breakdown service pricing in Brussels
Pricing adapted to your situation – The price depends on your location and the type of fuel. We give you the exact rate by phone BEFORE we come.
Fuel delivery (5L): We bring you petrol or diesel, you leave immediately – rate provided by phone.
Diesel repriming: If your diesel engine won't restart after running dry, we purge the air from the system – free instant quote.
Towing to petrol station: If you prefer us to take you directly to a pump – rate based on distance.
Call 0479 89 00 89: we give you the exact rate in 2 minutes. No surprises.
Petrol or diesel: why is it different?
Many people think running out of fuel is the same for all engines. Not really. With a petrol car, you run out, we put in fuel, you turn the key, it starts. End of story.
With a diesel, it's more complicated. The diesel circulates in pressurised pipes. If the tank is empty, air gets into the system. You then need to reprime: force the diesel to circulate to push out the air. Some recent cars have an automatic system, others don't. We handle both cases, but it can take 10-15 minutes longer.
You call, we give you the price
Why trust us for your fuel emergency?
✓ On-site fuel delivery – Petrol or diesel, we arrive with what you need
✓ Diesel repriming expertise – We know how to purge air from the system if needed
✓ 30-minute response – Wherever you are in Brussels or surrounding areas
✓ +10 years of experience – We've helped thousands of empty tank breakdowns
✓ 4.9/5 on Google, 212+ reviews – The highest-rated fuel breakdown service in Brussels
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you bring fuel or do you tow?
Both options. If you've just run out of fuel, we can bring you a few litres to reach a station. If it's more complicated (wrong fuel), we tow to a garage.
Can I put any fuel in as emergency?
No, we bring you exactly what you need: petrol or diesel. If you put in the wrong fuel (petrol in diesel or vice versa), do not start the engine. We'll drain the tank.
How much does the out of fuel breakdown service cost?
Call 0479 89 00 89, we give you the exact price based on your situation and location. Rate provided BEFORE service, no surprises.
How many litres of fuel do you bring?
We bring 5 litres of petrol or diesel. That's enough to reach the nearest petrol station and fill up completely. If you need more, we can arrange it.
Do you respond at night for running out of fuel?
Yes, our fuel delivery service is available 24/7. Even at 3am or on a bank holiday. Call 0479 89 00 89, we arrive in 30 minutes.
My diesel car won't restart after running dry, what should I do?
That's normal with diesels: when the tank is empty, air gets into the system. You need to reprime the system to push out the air. We know this procedure, it takes 10-15 minutes longer.
I put petrol in my diesel (or vice versa), what should I do?
Whatever you do, don't start the engine! Call us immediately. We'll come and drain your tank (tank draining) to avoid damaging the engine. See our Tank Draining page for more info.