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Service, Repairs & MOT

Car radiator repair for your Volkswagen

Book a local RAC Approved Garage that you can trust.

  • 12-months parts guarantee
  • Honest pricing
  • Exceptional customer service

£424.49

Average price for this repair for your Volkswagen in the last 30 days^

Why choose the RAC for a car radiator repair?

At the RAC, we've got over 125 years' experience helping UK drivers. We have the skills and knowledge to keep your vehicle running. We'll give you results you can rely on at a price you can afford.

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Book a car radiator repair

Your car’s radiator helps keep your engine cool. Over time, they can develop leaks, clogs, or corrosion, which can cause overheating and possible engine damage. So make sure when you need it, you get it repaired at an RAC Approved Garage.

Any work done will meet the high standards set by the RAC.
We’re friendly, straightforward and jargon-free
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Book a diagnostic

A mechanic will check your car for faults and talk you through any repairs you might need. There are various ways to check for faults, which could include a physical examination or plugging in to check your car’s onboard engine management system.

We’ll look for any mechanical or electrical problems. If we need to, we’ll also check your car’s onboard engine management system. Depending on your car and issue, this will usually include: – Engine – Power steering – Brakes – Transmission – Exhaust system – Fuel injection system – Cooling system and air flow – Sensors

And it’s not just car radiator repairs that we do for Volkswagen

RAC Approved Garages offer MOTs and services. Our professional mechanics have the expertise and experience to make sure your vehicle is operating safely and efficiently – results you can rely on at a price you can afford.

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Try one of our RAC Approved Garages

LM Motor Clinic - Kilbirnie

5.0/5

With over 20 years motor trade experience, 2020 saw the establishment of LM Motor Clinic. A business driven by customer service. The ethos at the heart of LM Motor Clinic was to deliver an excellent customer service experience to all customers. We are North Ayrshires only Rac approved Garage. We are also Ayrshires only Castrol service we ensure we use the correct oil for your vehicle. Call us today to book your next service.
30 Holmhead, Kilbirnie, KA256BP

Kncustoms LTD

4.1/5

Kncustoms LTD are based in Sheffield offering the best possible service to all our customers from the more basic servicing to the extreme - an engine change. We pride ourselves in offering the best customer satisfactory, and going the extra mile!
Unit 1 And 2 Acers Hill Lane, Acers Hill Lane, Sheffield, S94TY

All Trans Autos Ltd, Bosch Car Service

5.0/5

All Trans Autos was started in August 1980 by Jill and Richard. We employed our first member of staff, Tony, in 1984 and we are proud that he is still in our employment. Over the past 34 years All Trans Autos has grown and today has 15 employees, ranging from fully qualified technicians to part time office staff. Each one is a valued member of the team and provides the excellent customer service for which the company is renowned. All Trans Autos prides itself on its fantastic training program. Even after 25 years Tony is still attending training to keep up to speed with the fast moving technology in today’s cars. We have trained four apprentices over the period and currently have our fifth apprentice who is in his first year of training. The husband and wife team of Jill and Richard provides an excellent atmosphere. They work along side their staff, giving the garage that family feel. Their children all help within the company, inputting their skills where required, although only one of them works full time, as the company’s fleet manager. In 2006 All Trans Autos moved to its present location – the same year in which we became a Bosch Car Service centre. In order to become a BCS certain criteria have to be met. To read more about this see our Bosch page. Today All Trans Autos is one of the largest independent garages in Colchester. We offer unlimited expertise and are able to deal with most makes to dealer level. We operate to standards beyond those that are expected even by Bosch, and we won their quality award in our first year. We were shortlisted down to the last three in the Independent Garage of the Year Award in 2008.
Unit 7 Moss Road, Stanway, Colchester, CO30LE

M & M Garages LTD

4.4/5

M and M Garages Ltd has been established since 1981 and with its present owner for over 16 years. The owner is vastly experienced at working on a huge range of cars and personally oversees the work carried out. M and M Garages Ltd prides its self on being able to offer 'The Complete Garage Service' at realistic prices. The work carried out will be thorough and reliable. We do not carry out unnecessary work on vehicles. You will find the staff, and the owner, friendly and helpful. Many of our customers return year after year and refer others to us. If planned in advance we can often arrange a courtesy car for customers if required. Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
The Old And Skin Warehouse, Snowdon Road, Middlesbrough, TS2 1DB

AMS Autocare Limited

4.7/5

We specialise in naked Tesla wheel refurbishment
Grafton Street, On The Corner, Northampton, NN16AZ

Frequently asked questions about a car radiator repair

Yes, small leaks can often be fixed, but big leaks usually need a new radiator.

Most of the time, yes. But if the damage is severe, a replacement might be necessary.

A radiator cools the engine by moving heat from the coolant to the air.

A faulty radiator can cause engine overheating, potentially leading to engine damage.

Not a good idea. It can cause your engine to overheat and lead to major damage.

With good care, a radiator can last 8-10 years or more.

Look for puddles under the car, low coolant levels, and a sweet smell from the engine.

It depends on the warranty terms. Check your vehicle’s warranty details.

It’s risky. Driving with a coolant leak can cause overheating and engine damage, so it’s best to get it fixed quickly.