The AA Accident Assist Reviews 

351
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Review summary

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Evaluating 324 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the friendly and supportive staff who handle accident claims efficiently and keep people fully informed throughout the entire process from start to finish. Reviewers often note that vehicle repairs and replacement car arrangements are managed smoothly, effectively alleviating the stress of unexpected roadside incidents. Some reviewers were not happy with long wait times and frustrating communication delays regarding vehicle recovery or slow repair authorizations. Furthermore, a few consumers experienced occasional issues with external partner services, including complicated paperwork for courtesy cars or problems with approved repair garages.

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Service

People report positive experiences with service, highlighting that claims and repairs are handled efficiently... See more

Claim

Users describe positive interactions with claim handling, frequently praising the straightforward online... See more

Staff

Clients share positive opinions on staff, frequently highlighting their caring, compassionate, and... See more

Customer service

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Consumers find response time to be marked by general satisfaction with fast phone answers, quick recovery... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After a driver crashed his car into ours the AA were great in sorting the repair and dealing with the third party insurance. Also their repair contractor did a superb job on correcting all the damage... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The AA were fantastic after a car reversed into me at a country park. They organised recovery, replacement car etc even though we only had breakdown cover. I felt looked after after being very shaken... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Im insured with the AA and when my car was damaged and undriveable whilst legally parked I contacted them by phone and they were quick to answer and sent a recovery vehicle quite quickly and took it t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The AA were brilliant at dealing with my claim following an accident. Friendly, helpful customer service who guided me throughout the process. The claim was settled very quickly. My car looks as good... See more

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Company details

  1. Accident Insurance Company
  2. Towing Service

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The AA provides a breakdown service, and additionally Accident Assist. Available 24/7, provides comprehensive support after an accident - big or small. Call us first and we'll take care of everything - the crash, claims and courtesy car, whoever your insurer. It's all included as part of AA Membership.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely awful

Absolutely awful, don’t EVER use AA accident assist!
I called the AA following hitting a pot hole, they advised me to use there AA assist programme and I would not have to do anything myself, was told they would recover the car, speak with my insurance, do the claim give me a hire car id have to do nothing.
Oh how wrong, they picked my car up 2 days later still no hire car called up to chase for them to tell me I should have called my insurance and made a claim! Called my insurance made the claim they put extra excess of £500 on top because I hadn’t gone through them! Called AA back up who have said that I don’t need to worry about that as they have a contract with steer and they absorb the cost of it!
This was way over a month I still haven’t got my car back and steer group called me today to say the car is NEARLY done but I have to pay them £750 excess! Erm no I don’t AA told me you sort the extra and guess what they said no we don’t!
I’m now trying to get hold of AA which I haven’t been able to!
This is effected my mental health and I’ve been lied to and missold so much it’s terrible service!

March 30, 2026
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Reply from The AA Accident Assist

Hi Jemma, we’re sorry to hear that you’ve been disappointed with your experience, and we appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.

Having looked into this, we can see there was a miscommunication around the repair process and whether your insurer needed to be contacted before the claim could move forward. We understand how frustrating and stressful this must have been, especially after already dealing with the accident itself, and we’re sorry for the confusion caused. This is still being reviewed through our formal complaints process, and we’ll be responding in full within the agreed timescale.

Regarding the policy excess contribution. This has now been resolved, and we’ve confirmed that the full £500 excess will be covered.

We’re sorry that your experience has not met the standard we aim to provide, and we do appreciate you bringing this to our attention.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I chose AA as a which best buy

I chose AA as a which best buy. Had a recent accident ( not my fault) which the AA dealt with from my first call to them. A replacement was delivered next day and all repairs were done to a high standard. It was great to be able to call them on several occasions and be able to speak to a human being!

March 25, 2026
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good in place, confusing in other areas of the process.

The fact that I rang AA and was immediately talking to someone from what appears a separate company AAA. The company repairing my vehicle drove it to and from my home. Around 50 miles. Why not collect with a low loader? Never knew what time the collect and delivery would take place. So poor communication in my opinion!

March 24, 2026
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Reply from The AA Accident Assist

Sorry about the communication issues you experienced. If the car can be safely driven to a repairer, we’ll often arrange that, as recovery can sometimes take longer. We hope any concerns were raised at the time so the team could help, and we’re here if you need anything else.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, friendly helpful staff.. went above and beyond my expectations when I raised a claim.. nothing negative to report what so ever.. would happily recommend and will use again... if the price is right.. ha

March 20, 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The service was clear and competent

The service was clear and competent. Claims staff were very helpful and will to help.

December 6, 2025
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Reply from The AA Accident Assist

We're over the moon to hear this and hope any repairs went smoothly, Monika 🥰.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from start to finish

Excellent service from start to finish. Very friendly staff who dealt with my accident claim in super quick time. My car was in for repair and courtesy car provided within 24 hours. Very professional service and highly recommended.

March 17, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Had to make a claim with my an insurance, had great service from start to finish. From my car being collected to the courtesy car being delivered along with my car being returned and the courtesy car being collected. I was kept upto date every step of the way

March 17, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dealing with the AA

I had an accident which wasn't my fault. The operator answered quickly was very friendly and put me at ease. I was given clear instructions and explanation on what would happen. I was very impressed with the service.

March 17, 2026

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