AA Breakdown and Safety Kit Plus: Specifications and Safety Notes
At a glance
- What it is: A boot kit sold under the AA name for roadside emergencies.
- Key contents: Booster cables, compact tyre inflator, tow rope with an “On Tow” sign, warning triangle, high-visibility vest, COB torch, emergency car hammer and a canvas bag (supplier).
- Suits: Drivers who want one bag with the basics for a breakdown.
- Skip if: You need first aid items or gloves; this kit does not list them.
We haven’t tested this product ourselves. This page summarises the supplier’s product page (AA5618), checked 19 October 2026.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Product | AA Breakdown and Safety Kit Plus, SKU AA5618 | [1] |
| Contents | Booster cables; canvas carry bag; COB torch; compact tyre inflator; emergency car hammer; high-visibility vest; tow rope with “On Tow” sign; warning triangle | [1] |
| Carton size and weight | 47.6 x 16.9 x 17.1 cm; 3 kg | [1] |
| Torch batteries, cable rating, tow rope rating, price, warranty | Not stated on the page; not verified | [1] |
What owners report
We have not reviewed owner feedback for this product.
Known issues and safety
Recall check: we searched GOV.UK product safety alerts, reports and recalls (Office for Product Safety and Standards) for “warning triangle” and “breakdown kit” on 19 October 2026. Neither first page of results named a breakdown kit or an AA product, and we could not check the later pages [2]. Check the list again before you buy.
Check the booster cables’ current rating and the tow rope’s load rating before relying on them; the page does not give either. If you break down on a motorway, get everyone out and behind the barrier and call for help rather than setting up a triangle.
Questions people ask
Does it include a first aid kit?
The supplier’s list does not mention one [1].
Does it include a tyre pump?
Yes, a compact tyre inflator [1].
Are batteries included for the torch?
The page does not say [1].
Alternatives
- RAC European Driving Kit: A kit for driving abroad. See our separate page.
- Other car accessories: See our car accessories hub.
Our verdict
Based on the evidence, this suits drivers who want a compact bag of breakdown basics. We could not confirm cable and rope ratings or the price. This is a research summary, not a test result.
Sources
- AA Breakdown and Safety Kit PLUS (AA5618), Saxon Brands (supplier page), saxon-brands.com. The page shows no date. Checked 19 October 2026.
- GOV.UK searches of product safety alerts, reports and recalls for “warning triangle” and “breakdown kit”, Office for Product Safety and Standards, gov.uk. Searched 19 October 2026.