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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

£328.51

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

Brookdene Service Centre

4.8/5

Brookdene Motors has been established for over 25 years, offering general repairs and servicing to Watford and the surrounding areas. We are specialist in VW, Audi, Seat, and Skoda. Reputation and trust are key business tools for any independent garage and at Brookdene motors in New Road, Watford, its part of the firm's philosophy. Reputation is a very important word for the team - which explains why Brookdene Motors is celebrating over 25 years in the industry. We are also now proudly part of Elite Remaps. If you need further endorsement, many of our huge database of loyal customers have been using the garage since its very early days when it was situated in Carpenders Park. Now our location is ideal, situated at the edge of Waterfields Retail Park just behind Tesco and only three minutes walk to The Harlequin and Lower High Street Station. Brookdene Motors offers a full range of services and our busy and highly competent staff are all long-serving, With the senior technician being with the garage for over 24 years. We have invested heavily in the latest diagnostics equipment and the facilities also include an automatic tyre charger and a computerized wheel balancer. All our parts come with a standard manufacturer warranty and our labour is guaranteed for 1 year.
10-12 New Road, Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2EX

GKT MOT Centre

4.4/5

Welcome to GKT MOT Centre – Your local MOT testing station serving Pontllanfraith, Blackwood and local surrounding villages. At GKT MOT Centre, we have the expertise and knowledge to not only provide MOT testing in Blackwood but also, vehicle servicing, repairs, tyres and so much more! At our MOT garage, we understand how important having a reliable vehicle is for your daily life. That’s why we provide high-quality MOT testing, servicing and repairs to keep your car in excellent running condition. Our experienced, friendly technicians are committed to providing outstanding customer service and workmanship. We aim to make your experience with us as convenient and stress-free as possible.
Gkt Mot Centre, Gilwern Yard, Newbridge Road, Pontllanfraith. Blackwood., NP122AX

Wimbledon Autocentre

4.4/5

Established in 1987, we’ve enjoyed a long and rich history servicing motorists who appreciate both our technical expertise and affordable prices. Renowned in the area for our customer service, we’re always happy to offer no obligation advice and quotations so you’re clear on what’s happening with your vehicle. Based in Wimbledon, Wimbledon Autocentre serves the entire southwest London area, establishing ourselves as a trusted, family-owned repair centre who handle all automotive requirements. Whether it’s efficient and affordable MOTs, breakdown recovery, car servicing or more niche repairs, we’re first choice. We offer guarantees on parts and labour, being confident in the capabilities of our small team of qualified and experienced technicians. Their extensive trade knowledge allows them to undertake all vehicle repairs, car servicing and MOTs using the latest equipment and working practices, across multiple vehicle classes. In fact, our vehicle inspection services extend to passenger cars, light commercial vehicles. And as a registered vehicle recovery / accident recovery service, Wimbledon Autocentre can also help you when you’re in a real bind.
Unit 15 Riverside Business Park, Lyon Road, Wimbledon, SW19 2RL

Paul Yates (Wirral) Ltd T/A Dave Campbell Autos

4.4/5

Dave Campbell Autos are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of RAC Approved powered by Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6 core values of Capability, Consistency, Care, Clarity, Cost Effectiveness and Customer Focus. For your added peace of mind we are members of the Motor Ombudsman service which is approved by The Trading Standards Institute. In short, we are a local garage you can trust offering you the support and service guarantees of a national network, giving you complete peace of mind .
Unit 13 Grisedale Road, Bromborough, CH62 3QA

Aspired Motors Limited

5.0/5

We are an independent garage, RAC Approved that is family run and puts the customer at the front of everything that we do. We are based on Brackenhill Business Park, Peterlee with a spacious modern workshop running a one stop shop for all of you vehicle needs. We have the ability to handle RAC warranty items and offer warranty on all works that we do. We specialise in commercial van and private car/SUV vehicles. We are able to take on all manor of jobs and nothing is to big or small. We have the space and ramps for any size vehicle upto 3500kg. We would love to welcome you to our autocentre for servicing, maintenance, repairs, diagnostics or tyres. For vehicles that have broken down, wont start or move we offer a trailer service for the collection and delivery of your vehicle whether it is a car or van.
Unit 2, Gemini Point, Brackenhill Business Park, Peterlee, SR82RS

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.