Emergency Fuel Rescue Perth
24/7 Mobile Fuel Drainage

Mobile fuel rescue is an on-site emergency service that comes directly to your location when you've put the wrong fuel in your vehicle. Our fully equipped mobile technicians arrive at your car (whether at a petrol station, home, or roadside), drain the contaminated fuel from your tank, flush the fuel system, replace filters if needed, and refill with the correct fuel. You don't need to tow your vehicle anywhere - we bring all the specialized equipment to you, saving you time and money while preventing engine damage.

Misfueling occurs when you put petrol in a diesel engine or diesel in a petrol engine. Petrol in a diesel car is more serious because diesel fuel lubricates the fuel pump and injectors - petrol acts as a solvent, stripping this lubrication and causing metal components to grind together, potentially causing thousands in damage. Diesel in petrol is less damaging but still prevents proper combustion. Symptoms include difficulty starting, rough running, strange noises, excessive smoke, and loss of power. The critical rule: DO NOT start or continue driving - call for professional mobile fuel rescue immediately to prevent expensive engine damage.

Don't panic! Stop driving immediately and call us. The sooner you stop, the less damage can occur. Our technicians can still help even if you've driven a short distance. We'll drain the system, flush the lines, and check for any damage before getting you back on the road safely.

Most fuel rescue jobs take 30-60 minutes once our technician arrives. This includes draining the wrong fuel, flushing the fuel lines, adding the correct fuel, and testing to make sure everything runs properly. We work efficiently to get you back on the road as quickly as possible.

If you stop immediately and don't drive, there's typically no long-term damage. Modern engines are more resilient than older ones. Our technicians will completely flush your system and check all components to ensure no damage has occurred. The key is acting fast - the longer wrong fuel circulates, the more potential for damage.

We handle all common misfueling situations: petrol in diesel engines, diesel in petrol engines, premium vs regular petrol mix-ups, and contaminated fuel removal. We also handle AdBlue contamination and other fuel-related issues. No matter what fuel mix-up you have, we can fix it.

Many comprehensive car insurance policies in Australia do cover misfuelling incidents — including the cost of fuel drainage and system flushing. It's worth checking your policy or calling your insurer while you wait for our technician. We provide detailed invoices and service documentation to support insurance claims. Even if your insurer doesn't cover it, professional fuel drainage is far cheaper than engine repairs, which can cost $5,000 to $15,000 or more.

We provide mobile fuel rescue across all major metropolitan areas and many regional locations in Perth WA. When you call, we'll confirm if we service your exact location and give you an estimated arrival time.

The safest answer is NONE - even small amounts of wrong fuel can cause damage. For petrol in diesel: as little as 5-10% petrol contamination can strip the lubrication from diesel fuel pumps and injectors, causing immediate damage. Many modern diesel systems are extremely sensitive and can be damaged by just a few liters. For diesel in petrol: the engine typically won't run properly with even 5% diesel contamination. If you realize your mistake immediately (before starting the engine or within 1-2 liters), call us right away - we can drain it before damage occurs. Never "top up" with correct fuel hoping to dilute it - this doesn't work and you'll still need professional drainage. The cost of proper drainage ($420-580) is always cheaper than the risk of engine damage ($5,000-$15,000+).