You can delete a vehicle from your Uber driver profile through the app or website, and the process takes just a few minutes
To remove a vehicle, open the Uber Driver app, go to your account menu, select "Vehicles," find the car you want to delete, and tap the trash or delete icon next to it. On the web version, log into your driver dashboard, navigate to the Vehicles section, and click delete beside the vehicle name. Uber will ask you to confirm the deletion. Once you confirm, that vehicle is removed from your account and you cannot accept rides with it anymore.
You might delete a vehicle because you sold it, traded it in, no longer want to drive for Uber, or need to switch to a different car. The deletion is permanent — if you want to drive that same vehicle again later, you will need to add it back through the full vehicle registration process, which includes uploading insurance, registration, and inspection documents.
Key Takeaways
- Open the Uber Driver app, tap your account menu, select Vehicles, and tap the delete icon next to the car you want to remove.
- You can also delete a vehicle through the Uber Driver website by logging in, going to Vehicles, and clicking the delete button.
- Deleting a vehicle is permanent, and you cannot accept rides with it after removal.
- If you want to drive that vehicle again in the future, you will need to re-register it with new documents.
- You must have at least one active vehicle on your account to continue driving for Uber.
Steps to delete through the Uber Driver app
Start by opening the Uber Driver app on your phone and signing in if you are not already logged in. Tap the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines) in the bottom right or top left corner, depending on your phone type. Look for an option labeled "Account" or your profile name, and tap it.
Once you are in your account settings, scroll down until you see "Vehicles" or "My Vehicles." Tap that option to see a list of all cars currently registered to your account. Find the vehicle you want to delete and look for a trash can icon, three dots, or a delete button next to it. Tap that icon. The app will ask you to confirm that you want to delete the vehicle — read the confirmation message carefully, then tap "Delete" or "Confirm" to complete the removal.
Steps to delete through the Uber Driver website
Go to partners.uber.com and log in with your driver account email and password. Once you are logged in, you will see your driver dashboard. Look for a menu on the left side or top of the page and find the section labeled "Vehicles" or "My Vehicles."
Click on "Vehicles" to see all registered cars. Find the vehicle you want to remove and look for a delete button, trash icon, or three-dot menu next to it. Click the delete option. A confirmation box will appear asking you to confirm the deletion. Click "Delete" or "Confirm" to remove the vehicle from your account permanently.
What happens after you delete a vehicle
Once deletion is complete, you can no longer request rides through Uber using that vehicle. If you were currently online and accepting rides, Uber will take you offline automatically. Any active trips will be cancelled, though this is rare since the deletion process happens quickly.
If you have only one vehicle registered and you delete it, your driver account will become inactive until you add a new vehicle. You will not be able to go online or accept rides. If you have multiple vehicles registered, deleting one does not affect your ability to drive with the others.
Re-registering a vehicle you deleted
If you delete a vehicle and later want to drive it again, you cannot straightforward restore it from a deleted list. Instead, you will need to add it back as a new vehicle. This means going through the full registration process again: uploading your vehicle's current registration document, proof of insurance, and a vehicle inspection report if your state requires one.
The re-registration process takes the same amount of time as the original registration — usually a few days to a week for Uber to review your documents. Keep this in mind if you are deleting a vehicle temporarily and plan to use it again soon.
Reasons to delete a vehicle from your account
The most common reason is that you no longer own the vehicle — you sold it, traded it in, or it was totaled. Keeping a deleted vehicle on your account does not hurt anything, but removing it keeps your profile clean and accurate.
You might also delete a vehicle if you are switching to a different car and want to remove the old one to avoid confusion. Some drivers delete vehicles when they stop driving for Uber temporarily or permanently. Others delete a car because it no longer meets Uber's vehicle requirements — for example, if it ages out of the acceptable model years or fails an inspection.
Troubleshooting if you cannot find the delete option
If you cannot see a delete button or trash icon next to your vehicle, make sure you are looking at the full vehicle details page, not just a summary view. On the app, you may need to tap the vehicle name itself to open its full profile, where the delete option will appear.
If you are using an older version of the Uber Driver app, the menu layout might be different. Try updating the app through your phone's app store. If the delete option still does not appear, contact Uber support through the app by tapping the menu, selecting "Help," and describing the issue. Uber support can delete the vehicle for you if there is a technical problem preventing you from doing it yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete a vehicle if I have an active trip?
No, you cannot delete a vehicle while you are actively driving a passenger. You must end the trip first. If you try to delete while a trip is active, the app will not let you proceed. Once the trip is complete, you can delete the vehicle.
What if I delete a vehicle by mistake?
The deletion is permanent and cannot be undone through the app. However, you can re-register the same vehicle by adding it back with your registration, insurance, and inspection documents. Contact Uber support if you need help with the re-registration process.
Do I need to delete a vehicle before I stop driving for Uber?
No, deleting a vehicle is not required to stop driving. You can straightforward stop going online and accepting rides. Deleting is optional and mainly useful if you want to keep your account clean or if you sold the car and do not want it listed anymore.
Can I have zero vehicles on my Uber account?
No, you must have at least one active vehicle registered to drive for Uber. If you delete your only vehicle, your account becomes inactive until you add a new one. You will not be able to go online or accept rides.
Does deleting a vehicle affect my driver rating?
No, deleting a vehicle does not change your driver rating or history. Your rating is tied to your account as a driver, not to individual vehicles. Passengers will still see your overall rating when you drive a different car.