Car Hauler Trailer Repair
Car haulers add hydraulics, decks, ramps, and lots of tie-downs to standard running gear. Roadside calls are often hydraulic deck/ramp issues plus brakes, tires, and lights.
If an eligible approved provider is on duty and available, it may respond with a price and ETA. Response and arrival are not guaranteed.
Common car hauler trailer problems
Upper-deck and ramp hydraulics — pumps, cylinders, hoses, and valves — that won't raise/lower strand loading and unloading.
Wheel straps, ratchets, chains, and track damage — securement defects are a top DOT item for auto transport.
Multi-axle brakes/tires and extensive lighting take abuse.
Bent skids, slides, and deck hardware from low cars and tight loading.
What a mobile tech fixes roadside
Hydraulic hoses/fittings/fluid, brakes, tires, lights, and securement hardware are commonly fixed on-site. A deck stuck up or down is an urgent, dispatchable call.
What usually needs a shop
Cylinder/pump replacement and deck/frame structural repair typically need a shop.
Car Hauler Trailer repair — FAQ
Often the cause is a hose, fitting, low fluid, or valve — all roadside-serviceable. A failed cylinder or pump may need a shop. A vetted tech can diagnose on-site.
Other trailer types
Find a trailer tech near you
Browse the RoadService.app directory to find vetted mobile trailer mechanics by service and location.
General guidance for heavy-duty and towable trailers. Coverage and what can be fixed on-site depend on your location and the specific fault — note details when you request service.