Motorist Assistance

Free for all legally parked vehicles. Coverage encompasses University meters, surface lots, ramps, garages, loading zones, and vendor stalls.

The Motorist Assistance Program can:

  • give jump-starts
  • add air to flat tires
  • provide referrals upon request
DayTimeService offered
Monday–Friday7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Yes
Monday–Friday5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Yes; based on staff availability
Saturday–SundayAll dayNo
University HolidaysAll dayNo

Call 612-626-PARK (7275) for service.

For official University of Minnesota vehicles, please call Fleet Services directly at 612-625-3033, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

If you call a private company (AAA, service station, etc.) to service your car while parked in a U of M facility, please inform the company that they must pay the posted parking fee to enter or exit the facility.