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Your car turning off while driving can be unnerving and scary. After all, you need to rely on your automobile to safely get you from point A to point B.
If this is happening to your car, the DamagedCars team invites you to continue reading below. We examine why your car might be turning off while driving and what you can do about it.
Why Did My Car Turn Off While Driving?
There are multiple mechanical and electrical systems working simultaneously to keep your car on and in motion. If even one of these systems had an issue or broke down, your car could turn off in the middle of the road.
Some of those key systems involved in keeping your car on include:
Ignition system
Fuel delivery system
Charging system
Engine system
If your car keeps turning off while driving rather than only turning off once or every so often, then you have a serious problem on your hands.
At this point, your car isn’t even functional and is a safety issue for both you and other drivers. The cause of your vehicle shutting down needs to be addressed.
What Causes A Car To Turn Off While Driving?
Running out of gas might be the first thing you think of when your car turns off while driving. However, if you just filled up the tank, then there must be another reason.
Your car can turn off for a multitude of reasons, here are some of the most common:
Ignition system problems: These types of problems range from a faulty crankshaft position sensor to a bad spark plug to a faulty ignition. Essentially, anything that impacts the engine turning over. Electrical components connected to the ignition switch can also cause your car to stop.
Fuel delivery problems: Sometimes the problem can be related to the fuel system rather than anything electrical. A faulty fuel pump, inaccurate fuel gauge, or a bad fuel pressure regulator can all make your car turn off while driving.
Battery and charging system problems: A failed or expired battery can turn your car off instantly while you are driving. However, components that are connected to the battery like cables or the alternator can also cause a battery issue.
Internal engine damage: An issue with your engine can absolutely cause your car to stop during a drive. There are many things that can damage the engine including overheating, insufficient fluids, or excess wear.
My Car Turned Off While Driving, What Should I Do?
Your car turning off while you’re driving can be confusing and scary. If this ever happens to you, you should treat it as an emergency and follow these steps:
If you can, pull your car over to the side of the road to get away from traffic.
Turn on your hazard lights—this step is especially crucial if you cannot move away from traffic.
Try restarting your car. In some cases, you’ll be able to start it up again and drive to either a safer area or an auto repair shop.
Unless you are knowledgeable about automobiles, do not try and figure out the problem, call a roadside service instead.
How Much Would It Cost To Stop My Car From Shutting Off While Driving?
Because there are a few reasons for your car turning off while driving, there are also several possible solutions—each with a different price tag.
One of the simplest and low-cost solutions is refilling the gas tank if you run out of fuel. Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, the type of fuel your car takes, and the location you live in, you can spend between $25 and $80 for this fix.
Repairs that require a skilled mechanic will cost more. Take a look at the possible services that you would have to pay for to get your car running again:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
|
Crankshaft position sensor replacement |
$200-$500 |
|
Spark plug replacement |
$190-$250 |
|
Fuel injector replacement |
$600-$2,000 |
|
Alternator replacement |
$430-$2,660 |
|
Battery replacement |
$115-$500 |
As you can tell, it can be quite costly to get your non-starting car to turn on again if the issue is more complex than running out of fuel. Fortunately, there is another option if repairs are out of the question. Read below to find out!
DamagedCars Buys Cars That Turn Off While You’re Driving!
Has your car turned off while driving and the repairs required to turn it back on far exceed your car’s value? DamagedCars can help. We buy vehicles just like yours all the time and offer fair rates for each.
You can sell your non-starting car today by following these steps:
Get an offer! We can produce an offer for your vehicle based on the information you provide in our online form. You’ll get an offer in as little as 90 seconds, with free towing included.
Schedule the pickup! If you like the quote that we provide you with, our customer service representatives can help you schedule a pickup time that works for you.
Get paid! The last step is to wait for the driver to arrive with your payment in hand. You’ll hand over the keys and collect your money on the spot. It’s that easy!
Haggling isn’t part of our process: we want to make selling your damaged car as easy as possible.
That’s why you can complete the whole process from the comfort of your home. Plus, once you’ve accepted our offer, you can schedule for your automobile to be picked up within the next 48 hours.
Get started today!
