Car Lockout in Chicago, IL

Car Lockout in Chicago: what to expect

Lockouts happen everywhere, but we hear about them most from lots and garages around University of Chicago and Midway International Airport and from busy streets in West Loop, South Loop and River North.

Anyone or any animal trapped inside? Call 911 first, then us.

Common lockout spots in Chicago

• University of ChicagoTell us the lot or garage, the level and the nearest entrance so the driver walks straight to your car.
• Midway International AirportShare the lot name, the level and which entrance is closest; it saves the Chicago driver several minutes.
• Wrigleyville and River North at nightLockouts and dead batteries after games and nights out.
• The Circle InterchangeWhere the Dan Ryan, Kennedy and Eisenhower meet near the Loop. Very heavy traffic.

Chicago conditions that cause lockouts

Brutal cold snaps kill batteries and freeze locks, and lake-effect snow makes roads slick.

Summer heat and storms can flood viaducts and underpasses.

Cubs games at Wrigley Field, Bears games at Soldier Field, Lollapalooza in Grant Park and conventions at McCormick Place bring heavy traffic.

Car Lockout coverage in Cook County

We send car lockout to The Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Lakeview, Hyde Park, Pilsen, Bronzeville, West Loop, Rogers Park, Bridgeport, South Loop, Andersonville.

Chicago ZIP codes: 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604, 60605, 60606, 60607, 60608, 60609, 60610, 60611, 60612, 60613, 60614, 60615, 60616, 60617, 60618, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60622, 60623, 60624, 60625, 60626, 60628, 60629, 60630, 60631.