You generally get 4 free tows per year with AAA , but the exact details depend on your membership level and region.

Quick Scoop: How Many Tows with AAA?

  • Most AAA memberships include 4 emergency roadside service calls per membership year , and towing is one of those services.
  • These 4 calls usually cover things like:
    • Towing
    • Jump-starts
    • Flat-tire changes
    • Lockouts
    • Fuel delivery (you pay for fuel in many areas)

Each time you request one of these, it counts as one service call , and once you hit your limit, you can still get help but may have to pay the provider directly or pay member-preferred rates.

By Membership Type (Typical Structure)

Exact names and miles can vary slightly by local AAA club, but the pattern is similar.

  • Classic/Basic
    • About 4 service calls per year , including tows.
* Towing is usually limited to a relatively short distance (for example, around 5–7 miles), with extra per-mile charges beyond that.
  • Plus
    • Still 4 service calls per year , but with longer free towing mileage per tow (often around 100 miles per tow in many regions).
  • Premier
    • Typically 5 service calls per year.
* Often includes **one extended tow (up to around 200 miles)** per membership year, plus several standard-distance tows.

A simple way to think of it:
Classic/Plus = 4 calls/year, Premier = 5 calls/year; higher tiers mainly increase towing distance, not the number of basic tows.

Mini FAQ

Does every tow use one of my “calls”?
Yes. Each tow is counted as a roadside assistance service call, and it subtracts from your yearly total.

Can unused tows roll over to the next year?
No. Calls do not roll over ; your count resets on your membership renewal date.

What if I go over my limit?
You can still call AAA, but you’ll usually pay the towing company directly or at member-preferred rates instead of it being covered.

Does every person on a family plan get their own calls?
Yes. In many clubs, each member on the account gets their own set of service calls (for example, 4 calls per member per year), not one pool shared by the whole household.

Important Note

AAA is divided into regional “clubs,” and rules, mileage limits, and even call counts can differ slightly by area , so for totally accurate info for you, it’s best to check your local AAA club’s website or your member benefits guide.

TL;DR:
Most people with AAA get 4 tows (or other roadside calls) per membership year , while Premier-level members often get 5 calls, including one long- distance 200‑mile tow , but details can vary by region.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.