The fastest way to remove a vehicle is through the Uber Driver app itself
Open the Uber Driver app, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines), and select Documents or Vehicle Information depending on your app version. Find the vehicle you want to remove and look for a Remove or Delete button — it's usually at the bottom of that vehicle's details page. Tap it, confirm the removal, and the vehicle will stop appearing in your active vehicle list within minutes.
If you don't see a remove option in the app, or if the button isn't working, you'll need to contact Uber support directly. Go to the Help section in your app (usually the question mark icon), search for "remove vehicle," and select the option to message support. Tell them which vehicle you want removed and why — whether you sold it, it failed inspection, or you're just not using it for Uber anymore. Support typically responds within 24 hours.
Removing a vehicle doesn't delete your driver account or affect your ratings. You can still drive for Uber with any other vehicles you have registered, and you can add the vehicle back later if you change your mind, though you'll need to pass vehicle inspection again.
Key Takeaways
- The app removal option is in Documents or Vehicle Information — look for a Remove or Delete button on the vehicle's details page.
- If the app button doesn't work or doesn't appear, contact Uber support through the Help section and request vehicle removal by message.
- Removing a vehicle keeps your driver account active and doesn't affect your ratings or ability to drive with other registered vehicles.
- You can re-add a removed vehicle later, but it will need to pass inspection again before you can drive it for Uber.
Why you might need to remove a vehicle
The most common reason is that you've sold the car or it's no longer roadworthy. Uber requires all vehicles to pass a vehicle inspection every year, and if your car fails — whether for mechanical issues, damage, or high mileage — you'll need to remove it from the app to stop seeing error messages when you try to go online.
You might also remove a vehicle if you're taking a break from driving and want to clean up your account, or if you added a vehicle by mistake. Some drivers remove vehicles when switching to a different rideshare platform or when a financed vehicle is repossessed. Removing it prevents confusion about which cars are actually available for you to drive.
What happens after you remove a vehicle
Once removed, that vehicle will no longer show up in your Uber Driver app. If you try to go online to drive, the app will only let you select from your remaining registered vehicles. You won't receive any notifications or reminders about the removed vehicle.
Your driver account itself stays active. Your ratings, trip history, and earnings remain unchanged. If you have other vehicles registered, you can keep driving with them when ready. The removal doesn't trigger any review of your account or affect your standing with Uber.
If you can't find the remove button
Older versions of the Uber Driver app sometimes don't display the remove option clearly. Try updating your app to the latest version from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store — the button usually appears after an update.
If you've updated and still don't see it, the vehicle may already be inactive in Uber's system. This sometimes happens if the vehicle failed inspection and Uber automatically deactivated it. In that case, contact support and ask them to confirm the vehicle's status and remove it from your account if needed.
You can also try removing the vehicle through the Uber Driver website instead of the app. Log in at partners.uber.com, go to your vehicle documents, and look for a remove or delete option there. The website version sometimes has different menu layouts than the app.
Removing a vehicle vs. deactivating your account
Removing a single vehicle is not the same as deactivating your entire Uber driver account. When you remove a vehicle, you're just taking that one car off your active list. Your account stays open, and you can still drive with other vehicles or add new ones.
If you want to stop driving for Uber altogether, you would deactivate your account instead — a separate process that suspends your ability to accept rides. Most drivers who want to take a break just remove all their vehicles instead, which achieves the same practical effect without permanently closing the account.
Adding the vehicle back later
If you remove a vehicle and later want to drive it for Uber again, you can add it back through the app. Go to Documents or Vehicle Information, select Add Vehicle, and enter the vehicle details again. However, the vehicle will need to pass inspection a second time before Uber will let you drive it.
The inspection process is the same as when you first registered: you'll need to upload photos of the vehicle's exterior, interior, and odometer, and Uber will review them. This usually takes 24 to 48 hours. If the vehicle failed inspection the first time, make sure you've fixed whatever the issue was before re-adding it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does removing a vehicle affect my Uber driver rating?
No. Your rating is tied to your performance as a driver — how passengers rate you and your acceptance rate. Removing a vehicle doesn't change any of that. Your rating stays exactly the same, and it carries over to any other vehicles you drive.
Can I remove a vehicle if I still have an active trip?
You won't be able to remove it while you're actively driving. Finish your current trip first, then go offline. After that, you can remove the vehicle through the app or contact support to do it for you.
What if Uber won't let me remove the vehicle?
This sometimes happens if there's a pending issue with the vehicle — like a failed inspection that Uber is still processing, or an outstanding fine. Contact Uber support and explain that you want to remove the vehicle. They can override the block and remove it for you.
Do I lose my earnings history if I remove a vehicle?
No. Your earnings and trip history stay in your account permanently, regardless of which vehicles you've registered or removed. You can view all past trips and earnings in the Earnings section of your app.
How long does it take for the vehicle to be removed?
If you use the app button, it usually takes a few minutes to a few hours. If you contact support, it typically takes 24 hours. You'll know it's complete when the vehicle no longer appears in your vehicle list in the app.