Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Suspension failures top breakdown list
Suspension failures are the most common cause of breakdowns in the UK, according to a survey by automotive insurance specialist Warranty Direct.
According to analysis of mechanical failures on 50,000 vehicles over the past two years, springs and shocks, upper and lower arms, hubs and wheel bearings represent 8.2% of breakdowns - more than any other component failing.
The survey detailed the top 10 breakdown failures and although suspension failures topped the table in terms of frequency it did not represent the most costly average repair bill.
Suspension failures result in an average repair cost of £322.82, but radiators deliver the most expensive faults of the top ten at £497.84.
Alternators, electric window motors, injection system, driveshafts, ignitions and miscellaneous electrical faults make up the remainder of the top ten faults.
DATED: 24.06.09
FEED: AW
