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Roadside Assistance on Chicago’s North Side
Stranded on Chicago’s North Side? Call (312) 451-5785 for 24/7 towing, jump starts, lockouts, spare-tire help or fuel delivery.
Tell us what happened and where the vehicle is parked · Quote before dispatch · English & Spanish
Roadside towing at night
This clip shows a tow truck and sedan on a wet street. Tell Rick’s the vehicle’s exact position, symptoms and safe access point when calling.
Related vehicle and service questions
Choose the guide that matches your vehicle problem or pickup location. Confirm access, vehicle suitability and availability when you call.
Roadside assistance in Chicago: direct service or benefit coverage?
Rick’s takes direct calls for roadside assistance in Lake View East and Chicago’s North Side. A parked car with a weak battery may need a jump start; keys locked inside call for entry assistance; a flat tire needs a usable spare. An empty tank needs the correct fuel, while a car that overheated or has damaged wheels may need compatible towing.
Tell us what happened and where the car sits before choosing a service. On Broadway, Sheridan Road or a rear alley, the actual address and entrance matter. For a Lincoln Park or Wrigleyville pickup, include garage or event access restrictions. Rick’s confirms the service, current availability and quote for that situation.
If you plan to use AAA, insurance or a vehicle-manufacturer benefit, contact that provider first to confirm authorization, eligible services and reimbursement rules. Calling Rick’s directly does not establish coverage or an affiliation with your benefit provider. Compare roadside services with membership coverage.
Choose the right contact for your situation
- Immediate danger or injuries: call 911.
- Illinois Tollway incident: use the official *999 guidance.
- Membership or insurance benefits: ask your provider to confirm coverage and dispatch.
- Direct local service: call Rick’s at (312) 451-5785 with the pickup location and vehicle details.
See service versus benefit coverage before booking independently. If your parked car is missing, start with the City vehicle-search information.
Give us the symptoms and the access details
Describe what the vehicle does before choosing a service: slow cranking, clicking, normal cranking without starting, an empty fuel tank, a locked door, a flat tire or a car that cannot be driven. Those details help Rick’s assess the appropriate roadside assistance.
Match the service to the problem
Rick’s provides suitable 12V and 24V jump starts, mobile battery replacement, authorized vehicle lockouts, usable-spare installation, seized lug nut assistance and fuel delivery, including premium fuel. Battery replacement depends on fit, stock and installation requirements. A boost or new battery does not fix every no-start.
For a lockout, provide the vehicle model and key location and be ready to verify ownership or authorization. Key cutting and programming are not offered. A trapped person or pet requires 911, not a routine roadside-service wait.
Pickup location and working access
Give the street number, nearest cross street, side of the street and actual entrance. For an alley, rear lot or garage, include gate permission, level, lowest clearance and obstacles. Long roads such as Ashland or Halsted and park names alone do not identify the vehicle. Report whether it is beside active traffic; immediate danger requires emergency services first.
When the vehicle needs towing
Compatible light-duty wheel-lift towing may be appropriate when roadside assistance cannot resolve the problem. Give the destination, drivetrain, keys, wheel and suspension condition, and whether the car rolls and steers. Dollies are available for compatible AWD/4WD vehicles. Flatbed, heavy-duty and motorcycle towing are not offered.
Direct service and existing roadside benefits
Rick’s is a paid service, open 24/7. Confirm coverage at your exact North Side address, equipment fit, availability, an arrival estimate and the full quote. If you have insurance, manufacturer or membership coverage, check authorization and reimbursement with that provider separately before booking.
Related service and pickup guides
Call Rick’s 24/7: (312) 451-5785 to confirm service and your quote.
- Location: address, closest intersection, travel direction if on a road, and where the vehicle sits.
- Vehicle: year, make, model and hybrid/EV status; include AWD or 4WD for towing.
- Access: garage entrance and clearance, gate access, alley approach, blocked spaces and key availability.
- Service details: usable spare and wheel-lock key for a tire change; fuel type for delivery; destination for a tow.
Share only what you can establish from a safe place. Confirm the service, total price and current arrival estimate before agreeing.
On a highway, prioritize a protected waiting position
Illinois Secretary of State guidance advises moving well off the road, using emergency flashers and remaining with the vehicle, seat belt fastened and doors locked. Immediate danger such as fire can require a different response; call 911 and follow emergency instructions. Do not step into traffic to inspect a wheel or flag down a truck.
See the Chicago breakdown safety checklist.
Jump starts, lockouts, tire changes and fuel delivery
A no-start could be a discharged battery, starter problem or another fault. A flat tire might be changed with a usable spare, while a vehicle without one may need a tow. Explain the symptoms and Rick’s can discuss what service fits.
Local help, specific details
Rick’s primarily serves Lake View East and works across Chicago’s North Side. Share your nearest cross streets, the vehicle type and any access restrictions so availability can be confirmed for that location.
What to tell Rick’s
These details help us check the right service, availability, arrival estimate and price:
- Exact location or nearest cross streets
- Vehicle year, make and model
- The immediate problem and any warning lights
- Keys, usable spare tire or garage access, if relevant
For urgent help, call. Service suitability and timing must be confirmed for your vehicle and location.
Common questions
Is roadside assistance available at night?
Rick’s is open 24/7. Call to confirm availability, an arrival estimate and pricing for your specific situation.
What if the vehicle cannot be repaired roadside?
Rick’s may be able to provide light-duty wheel-lift towing if the vehicle and access are compatible.
Ready to discuss your vehicle?
Share your location, vehicle details and symptoms. Confirm availability, arrival estimate and price by phone.
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Questions before you call
What is Rick’s roadside assistance phone number?
Call (312) 451-5785. Rick’s Emergency Roadside Assistance is open 24/7 and serves Lake View East, Chicago’s North Side and covered nearby suburbs. Confirm availability and price for your exact location.
What if I need roadside assistance right now?
If anyone is injured or in immediate danger, call 911 first. Once safe, call Rick’s with your location and symptoms to discuss a jump start, usable-spare change, lockout, fuel delivery or suitable towing. Current availability must be confirmed.
Help for specific situations
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Call with your cross streets and vehicle details. Rick’s will confirm the right approach.
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