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Can you jump-start a car with electrical problems?

My car won’t start, even after getting a jump from one of my neighbors. Could this be because of an electrical problem?

Allison Stone · Updated on Mar 4, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

So sorry about your car! If your car isn’t starting even after getting a

, the next best option would be to have your car towed to a

who can diagnose what’s really going on underneath the hood. But electrical issues can absolutely be a reason as to why your car isn’t functioning, even after a jumpstart.

Potential electrical issues that could impact your car’s ability to jumpstart include:

A dead battery

Corroded battery terminals

A faulty alternator

Defective starter motor

Improperly connected or insufficient jumper cables

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