Car is dead at JFK - suggestions?

[Heronymous]

So I'm on the ship, due to return to Miami on Saturday and fly back to NY on Sunday. My car's remote starter module was smart enough to text me on the cruise that the car battery was low, and now it's dead. I'm guessing we must have left a light on. Anyone know if JFK has someone who would jump our car when we return? I do have AAA if I need to use that. Anyone have any experience with this at JFK?

[Greciangirl]

Yes they have someone to jump your car but they are usually very slow so you might be better off using your AAA.

 

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[Ontime Departure]

I would speak to the shuttle driver that takes you to the long term lot being that you know it is dead maybe he can radio ahead and expedite the jump start, and call AAA as a back up if needed

Edited August 27, 2015 by Ontime Departure

[gwsster]

So I'm on the ship, due to return to Miami on Saturday and fly back to NY on Sunday. My car's remote starter module was smart enough to text me on the cruise that the car battery was low, and now it's dead. I'm guessing we must have left a light on. Anyone know if JFK has someone who would jump our car when we return? I do have AAA if I need to use that. Anyone have any experience with this at JFK?

 

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[Nyc2tropics]

Same thing happened to me at Newark a few years ago. I notified security that was driving around in the lot and they sent someone to give me a jump (no charge).

Edited August 27, 2015 by Nyc2tropics

[mking8288]

OP, as long as you are parked in one of JFK's (long-term ?) parking lot - free help is available 24/7 within from PANYNJ, there are "yellow" help phone at each lot or call the number to request help -

 

Free emergency automobile services use the yellow HELP phones in parking lot, or call: (718) 244-4168

 

For basic services such as keys lockout, flat tires and jump start - no charge. AAA dispatch might take 30 to 60 minutes, or the in-house free help might be faster. Nowadays - they just bring their portable booster battery/jumper to your vehicle, hook it up & viola - you are on your way.

 

Off-airport private lots also, generally, provide battery boost as they are used to vehicles stored for long perior while the traveler is away.

[Heronymous]

Well.. Wound up I left the interior light on, and unlike my 2004 pathfinder which shuts if off automatically if you do that, my 2013 Prius doesn't! While waiting for help from the airport, a TSA agent pulling into work saw me, offered to help, pulled his car up and let me jump my car using his cables! He didn't have to do that, and wouldn't even accept a tip! Changed my perception of TSA staff for sure. I wish I caught his name so I could compliment him to his superiors.

[Ontime Departure]

Well.. Wound up I left the interior light on, and unlike my 2004 pathfinder which shuts if off automatically if you do that, my 2013 Prius doesn't! While waiting for help from the airport, a TSA agent pulling into work saw me, offered to help, pulled his car up and let me jump my car using his cables! He didn't have to do that, and wouldn't even accept a tip! Changed my perception of TSA staff for sure. I wish I caught his name so I could compliment him to his superiors.

 

Glad to hear it worked OK for you, and they say we New Yorkers are rude and unhelpful and unfriendly. ;-)

[Travelling2Some]

Glad to hear it worked OK for you, and they say we New Yorkers are rude and unhelpful and unfriendly. ;-)

 

Nah. We're always in a hurry (hence the reputation) but we come through great in emergencies.