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7,171 total complaints in the last 3 years.
2,054 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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Initial Complaint
Date:02/25/2025
Type:Product Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
Hertz Corp. Rental: *********
I rented a vehicle from Hertz on Oct 9 at 10:49 am to Oct 11, 2024, 3:40 pm.
The use of the car was uneventful.
Upon return, I did a walk-around of the vehicle with the Hertz rep using her electronic tablet, to check the car back to Hertz inventory. She confirmed the mileage, that the gas tank was full, and said to me that there was no cosmetic issue.

The Hertz security deposit of $204 was removed from my credit card, and no further charges appeared.

On October 15, I received an e-mail from Hertz rep Ms. G******, stating a “minor scratch right bumper” (her words) and asked me to complete an accident form. I had sustained no accident or damage while the vehicle was in my possession. I asked for additional images of the bumper scratch. I did not receive a reply.

On October 16, I contacted Hertz Customer Service at (800) 654-3131 and was transferred to “Claims” and spoke with a Hertz Customer Rep Marie. She reviewed their computer records and could see no damage claim. She stated Hertz has released the deposit.

On November 11, an email from Kevin O*****, Central Recovery Unit Specialist, The Hertz Corporation 844-969-8951 Ext 4048 in re: “Claim Number: ******** Claim Balance: $802.50”.
This letter (see attached) asserts the “subrogation demand which serves as the verification of debt”.

I replied via email to Mr. O***** on Nov.14, and disputed the claim. For the fourth time, I requested information, and images of the asserted damage. None has been received to date.

Hertz has not provided documentation that the scratch exceeds their Fair Wear-and-Tear policy.
Hertz has not provided the Vehicle Condition Report that would establish cosmetic damage.

This effort by Hertz to create a false debt, and subrogate that debt is a fraudulent business practice under California Consumer Protection Law.

Please provide written confirmation that Hertz has closed this matter.

Regards,
****** ******
Business Response
Date: 03/03/2025
BBB Case #: ********
RR# or RES#: *********

We appreciate you allowing us this opportunity to review your concerns regarding your Claim.

We apologize for the lack of communication regarding your claim. Enclosed, please find the Vehicle Incident Report (VIR) and the estimate for the repair of the damages incurred. We trust this will clarify any confusion pertaining to your claim.

Please know that we take all our customers' concerns seriously, I want to thank you for letting us review and address them

Kind regards,
Customer Answer
Date: 03/03/2025

Complaint: ********

I am rejecting this response because:
I dispute the damage claim as there was no accident nor incident and no damage cause by myself.

Sincerely,

****** ******
Business Response
Date: 03/07/2025
BBB Case ********
RR No: *********

This is a response to ****** ******,

Unfortunately, we have verified the damage claim as it has been properly documented and the vehicle has been serviced. While I regret this is not the desired outcome, the claim is valid and will stand.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 03/08/2025

Complaint: ********

I am rejecting this response because Hertz has not substantiated any of my requests. Hertz internally generated their own VIR to try to validate this fraudulent effort to shake down a customer for pre-existing damage to a rental vehicle.
I have reached out through several different channels to address this. In order to protect my rights, and the rights of fellow consumers I have thus filed a formal complaint through the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation.
Sincerely,

****** ******
Initial Complaint
Date:02/18/2025
Type:Product Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
My vehicle was in for repairs at the dealership under warranty and they sent me to hertz for a loaner car. The dealership called me 3 days before I returned the vehicle to hertz. I was told at drop off the dealership handled the bill and I was only to be charged 40 dollars for winter tires. My vehicle has winter tires. Vehicles given for loaners are supposed to be similar to your vehicle and I needed to go to bc. Then this morning I notice a charge to my credit card from hertz to the sum of just under 500 dollars with no invoice or receipt for why they are trying to charge me any money. I have contacted the business but they have not responded to me. They guy who I dropped the vehicle off to said the dealer covered the expense and that Maxs I would need to pay is 40 dollars. Yet my card was charged 500
Business Response
Date: 02/19/2025
BBB Case #: 22945874
RR# or ***** H39196356

This is in response to **** ******.

According to our records, you were billed for Winter Equipment. This added service was not covered by your insurance, and you are billed directly. If the dealership was covering the rental balance, please reach out to them directly for assistance.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/19/2025

Complaint: 22945874

I am rejecting this response because:
I was told by the guy at the counter at hertz that the charge was 40 dollars. There was no mention that it was per day. Plus it is illegal to drive in northern bc without winter/ mountain snow tires. I even repeated back to the hertz guy 40 dollars for winter tires and he said yes an extra charge to you if 40 dollars. Again no mention that it was per day definitely on purpose obviously as thats a scam.
Sincerely,

**** ******
Business Response
Date: 02/21/2025
BBB Case 22945874
RR No: H39196356

This is a response to **** ******,

Please be advised that the billing information including daily amounts are reflected on your Signed Rental Agreement (***). While our staff members do their best to give customers as much information as possible on the vehicle they are renting and associated charges, it is ultimately the duty of the customer to make sure all of their questions have been answered before leaving the facility. Regrettably, we are unable to confirm a verbal conversation at the counter. By signing the rental record, you are agreeing the terms, conditions and rates billed for the rental. In accordance with the *** the charges are valid, and no adjustment is warranted.

Thank you for contacting us.
Initial Complaint
Date:02/10/2025
Type:Order Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
see Attached document
Business Response
Date: 02/12/2025
BBB Case ********
RR No: *********

This is a response to ******* *********

We have received your email regarding your damage claim and requested documents. Rest assured, I will be thoroughly reviewing this matter, and I will respond to you as expeditiously as possible. I will begin this process immediately and should you have any concerns in the interim, do not hesitate to reach me [email protected].

Thank you for contacting us.
Initial Complaint
Date:02/07/2025
Type:Product Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
On January 26, 2024 I rented a car from Dollar car rental at the ********************When I rented the car I requested full insurance coverage. I did not know they had sold me liability coverage instead of full coverage. Ireturned the car on January 28 with some minor damage on the driver side. I informed the rental agent upon return that there was damage to the car and that I had purchased full insurance. On July 12, 2024 I received a letter from the Hertz corporation informing me that I had an outstanding bill of $4400 to pay for the damage to the car, loss of use, diminished value, and administrative fees. I contacted them five times through their website via phone and email to get clarification on this claim and I never received a response. I sent a registered letter to them with my insurance information, my insurance company made partial payment and Hertz corporation sent me to collections for the rest of the money. I was not informed by either my insurance company or the Hertz corporation that the payment they received from my insurance company was only partial payment
Business Response
Date: 02/12/2025
BBB Complaint ID: ********

Thank you for contacting us. We appreciate the opportunity to review your concerns. Per your Signed Rental Agreement, the *** was accepted. We see a partial payment was made, leaving a balance of $2,296.03, which looks to be for deductible and fees. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Kind Regards

Customer Answer
Date: 02/17/2025

Complaint: 22907922

I am rejecting this response because:
I have requested A copy of the rental agreement and description of the insurance coverage six times now, and I have not received a copy of either. I can not proceed to resolution without seeing both of those documents. Hertz also failed to explain the five month lag time from the time the accident occurred to their notification to me of financial responsibility. I dont think this is coincidental. I suspect it is their practice in these cases to play out the timeline so that they can send customers to collections. Their phrase we apologize for any inconvenience , does not begin to explain their indifference to my six requests for information, in fact, it feels very disingenuous. I believe a sincere apology and acknowledgment of their poor **************** is the very least I should expect.
Sincerely,

******* *****
Business Response
Date: 02/18/2025
BBB Case 22907922
RR No: 917686976

This is a response to ******* *****,

I apologize for the difficulties. I have provided a copy of your Signed Rental Agreement for your review.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/28/2025

Complaint: 22907922

I am rejecting this response because:
Thank you for finally sending me a copy of the rental contract. I have reviewed it.. My comments remain that Hertz corporations failure to provide me with the insurance that I requested is the main cause of this complaint.I see by the contract that I initialed the bottom of the form where declining full coverage was indicated. However, the terms on your rental agreement are not well explained, and I assumed that the rental agent knew what she was doing. This I believe is a service failure that you need to correct and make sure that your customers have informed consent.
My major concern now is the lag time between when the accident happened and your notification to me of an outstanding bill. I have contacted my credit card company to inquire about insurance for rental cars. From their perspective if I had notified them of the accident within 90 days of its occurrence, they would supplement my insurance to coverage for this bill. You did not notify me until 161 days after the accident.
I believe the service failure on your part is negligent and represents abuse of the customer. I also believe that this delaying tactic is a conscious business strategy on the part of the Hertz corporation. Since your contract states that in lieu of legal action we agree to use a mediator to settle this dispute, I am requesting that you involve a mediator in this dispute.
Please contact me by March 14, 2025 with the name of a mediator and how I may contact them.
Sincerely,

******* *****
Business Response
Date: 03/19/2025
BBB Case 22907922
RR No: 917686976

This is a response to ******* *****,

With respect, the signed rental contract is a legally binding document. Regrettably, we are unable to confirm a verbal conversation at the counter. By signing the rental record, you are agreeing the terms, conditions and rates billed for the rental. It is the customers responsibility to review the terms of this documentation before departing the rental facility in order to ensure the terms of the contract are correct. In accordance with the Signed Rental Agreement the charges are valid, and no adjustment is warranted.

Thank you for contacting us.
Initial Complaint
Date:02/05/2025
Type:Product Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
(This is a redo of BBB complaint ID ********)

I rented a minivan from Thrifty out of Phoenix airport from 5/18/24 to 5/20/24. Rental Record# ********* I forgot my prescription reading glasses in the minivan when I returned it. I worked with the agent at the site to find the glasses. The agent retrieved the glasses and promised to mail them to me. The glasses were then lost. I worked with a customer service agent to resolve the issue. I was offered reimbursement for the lost glasses but I never received anything. I followed up several times but received no response. I am seeking reimbursement now. The glasses cost $520 to replace. I am seeking $520 reimbursement. See attached documents, with receipt with cost for replacement of the glasses. email exchange with customer service, and the first page of the rental agreement.

Thrifty responded to the earlier complaint with a promise of payment but they never paid me. I contacted customer service and was told the case is "still under review". I do not appreciate what appears to be a case of dishonesty here. A promise was made and I intend to see that promise kept.
Business Response
Date: 02/17/2025
BBB Complaint ID: ********

Thank you for contacting us. We appreciate the opportunity to review your concerns.
We have reviewed all of your documents with the management team at the Phoenix Airport. Unfortunately, the glasses have not been found. We have provided a refund for the fuel charge of $104.16 and $170.00 credit as a good will gesture. The refunds will be processed back to the credit card on your rental. While we understand this is not the outcome you were anticipating, we hope you will respect our position on this matter as we consider it having been fully addressed. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Kind Regards,
Customer Answer
Date: 02/18/2025

Complaint: ********

I'm happy that at least I get something. However I was promised payment before. I don't trust you to do what you say anymore. Hence I will keep this complaint active until I see payment posted.

Sincerely,

***** ******
Business Response
Date: 02/21/2025
BBB Case ********
RR No: 147340060

This is a response to ***** ******,

Rest assured, the refund will post within 5-7 business days.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/21/2025

Complaint: ********

I am rejecting this response because: I do not trust you anymore. I am leaving this complaint open until I see a posted payment.

Sincerely,

***** ******
Initial Complaint
Date:01/31/2025
Type:Billing Issues
Status:
ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
Rental Agreement - ********* Reservation ID: ********************************** Location - ***************, ** Date - 2023-12-04 Renter - SHUHAO RAN I rented an **** Polestar 2 from the Hertz ********************** location (****************************************************************************************************************) for approximately two consecutive weeks, from November 27, 2023, to December 4, 2023.Payments were charged to my card on a weekly basis. The first payment of $336.22 was correctly processed at the end of the first week. More than a month after I returned the vehicle, on January 910, 2024, the second $336.22 payment was correctly processed, completing the full payment for my rental. Upon returning the vehicle on December 4, 2023, I was provided with a final receipt.However, to my surprise, on January 24, 2025, I received an email receipt from Hertz, and on January 25, 2025, a third unauthorized charge of $336.22 was deducted from my card. This duplicate charge is completely ************** an attempt to resolve this issue, I have:Called Hertz support once,Emailed Hertz support more than five times, attaching credit card statements with exact transaction dates and a screenshot of the final receipt, as requested Despite my repeated efforts, every agent I have spoken to has provided conflicting explanationsranging from an authorization hold release to a rate adjustment, and even a claim that only one charge exists after a thorough review. However, Hertz has completely disregarded the clear record of all transactions on my credit card statement.This experience has been extremely frustrating. Hertz is placing unnecessary obstacles in my way as I try to recover funds that were wrongfully charged. Given the lack of progress, I expect an immediate refund of the duplicate charge.
Business Response
Date: 02/06/2025
BBB Case 22881288
RR No: 657615663

This is a response to Shuhao Ran,

I apologize for the confusion regarding your billing. Please be advised that the charge of $336.22 is for your ********************************************* from 11/27 through 12/04. The charges for this rental were not billed nor the holds released until 01/24. I apologize for the delay, however the charges are correct and no adjustment is due. Rest assured there are no duplicate charges.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/06/2025

Complaint: 22881288

I am rejecting this response because:

My statement clearly shows three identical charges of $336.23 from the same merchant, totaling $1,008.66, which is one charge more than the correct amount. Isnt this a duplicate charge?
Please provide evidence

Sincerely,

Shuhao Ran
Business Response
Date: 02/14/2025
BBB Case #: 22881288
RR# or ***** 657615663

This is in response to Shuhao Ran.

Again, we can assure you we have only billed you once for this rental. Please call your bank personally to go over your statement. A copy of your invoice has been emailed to you directly for your records.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/17/2025

Complaint: 22881288

I am rejecting this response because:
You have already acknowledged charging me once. Please carefully review my latest uploaded rental receipt (license plate, date, and document number). I have fully paid all charges. Issuing another receipt and charging me again is a duplicate charge, isnt it?

Sincerely,

Shuhao Ran
Business Response
Date: 02/28/2025
BBB Case #: 22881288
RR# or ***** 657615663
Our records indicate that the customer was only billed once in the amount of $336.22. The customer will need to contact their bank to go over their statement.

Customer Answer
Date: 02/28/2025

Complaint: 22881288

I am rejecting this response because:
I have already provided the bank statement with dates and amounts clearly showing the issue. Its evident that Hertz did not thoroughly review all documents. I just want a refund for the duplicate charge.

Sincerely,

Shuhao Ran
Business Response
Date: 03/06/2025
BBB Case 22881288
RR No: 657615663

This is a response to Shuhao Ran,

Please be advised that the screenshots provided only reflect a single charge. Please provide a bank statement verifying the duplicate charge.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 03/10/2025

Complaint: 22881288

I am rejecting this response because:
I have provided a bank statement screenshot. Please specify exactly what kind of statement you need.

Sincerely,

Shuhao Ran
Business Response
Date: 03/18/2025
BBB Case #: 22881288
RR# or ***** *********

This is in response to Shuhao Ran.

When you rented on 11/27/23 a hold was placed. When you returned, the charge was processed through at that time. We only show you were billed once for this rental. To further investigate, you would need to email us at *************************************************** and provide your bank statements from November 2023 until March 2025 in PDF form. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 03/20/2025

Complaint: 22881288

I am rejecting this response because:
I have already sent multiple emails to your company and provided my bank statements. Your system may show only one charge, but thats exactly the issue. (The rental was completed and paid for in 2023, yet you charged me again in 2025. ******** statements clearly show three payments, proving this is a duplicate charge.
My previous email correspondence with your company has proven unproductive, so I hope you will handle this matter fairly. I am filing a complaint on the BBB platform to request a refund for the duplicate charge.

Sincerely,

Shuhao Ran
Customer Answer
Date: 03/31/2025
Hertz told me I only made one payment. In total, I paid Hertz three times.

Business Response
Date: 04/21/2025
BBB Case #: 22881288
RR# or ***** 657615663

We appreciate you allowing us this opportunity to review your concerns regarding your rental.
We apologize for any misunderstanding regarding your charges. A refund of $336.22 for the rental charge has been processed to your **** ending in 3938. Please allow 7 business days for the refund to post to your account.

Thank you for allowing me to review this matter.

Kind regards,

Customer Answer
Date: 04/23/2025

Better Business Bureau:
Thank you for processing the refund.
However, I would like to clarify that this was not a misunderstanding on my part(the charge was indeed incorrect), and I appreciate that it has now been corrected.

I have reviewed the businesss response regarding complaint ID ******** and consider the resolution satisfactory.

Sincerely,

Shuhao Ran
Initial Complaint
Date:01/28/2025
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
Incident occurred on:

July 5th 2024

Reservation: ***********
Rental Record#
*********
#***************
RES***********

See attached affidavit of facts depicting:

1. Non operational online "skip the line" service.
2. Negligence of staff regarding the online "service".
3. Extreme rudeness of staff and floor manager despite the errors on behalf of the company.
4. Delay in resolution by the GM of Hertz ABQ, NM. And no resolution till this day.
5. Reluctance of [email protected] to resolve the issue appropriately.
6. Overall extreme lack of accountability, and realization of the magnitude of damages this faulty interaction has created for me and my business.
7. Reluctance to take in consideration the magnitude of such an event
8. And as such an overall notion of allowing this to slip through the cracks, while I pay the price.
9. Trying to brush me off with an offer to send me $100 (I had losses in the thousands). What an insult to my intelligence and further lack of accountability for errors made by a number of staff members.
Business Response
Date: 02/04/2025
BBB Case ********
RR No: *********

This is a response to ****** *****,

I apologize for the impression our staff left with you. Based on our review, we have determined the voucher for $100.00 is fair regarding incident that took place and no further compensation is warranted. While I understand this is not the desired outcome, this will be our final response to this matter as we stand by the final charges billed and consider it having been fully addressed.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/04/2025

Complaint: ********

I am rejecting this response because: it is insufficient and completely disregards the magnitude of the situation which had occurred, via more that one of your management staff. I will be taking this to the FTC and may also file a small claims suit.

Sincerely,

****** *****
Business Response
Date: 02/04/2025
BBB Case
22871184
RR No: 173398595

This is in
response to a complaint filed by ****** *****.

I regret to hear
our previous response was unsatisfactory in resolving this matter. Please know
that we do stand firm on this decision and consider this matter fully addressed.

Thank you for
allowing me to assist.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/09/2025

Complaint: ********

I am rejecting this response because:

I will be taking this up with the CEO Gil W***, addressing the matter of lack of accountability and letting yourself off the hook, just like the GM's in ABQ did.
You offering me $100 is a slap in the face and more of the same behavior and trajectory.
As a person with very high integrity in my dealings, your response is unsatisfactory, and is an insult to my intelligence, considering the course of the events, and the professional manner in which I addressed this incident from the day it happened. The unprofessional manner on your end speaks loudly of a very big leak in integrity and corporate structure when dealing with values, respect, and responsibility of management staff.
There are media sources which would absolutely be delighted to entertain this incident, and there are also public comment and review sites and platforms, which notify others about how a business handles such situations.
To refer your attention to consumer civil code:
Unfair Practices Act:
New Mexico's Unfair Practices Act prohibits misleading or deceptive conduct in business transactions. If Hertz misrepresented the availability of the rental car or engaged in conduct that was misleading, this could be a violation of the Act. New Mexico Statutes § 57-12-1 et seq

I requ*** a full refund and the additional compensation I mentioned, for my inconvenience.

Sincerely,

****** *****
Initial Complaint
Date:01/07/2025
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
Spoke with the manager of the store and he confirmed that there was an over charge. At this moment in time I have been waiting for three months to try to resolve the problem. While trying to figure out the problem it seems that there is no urgency from the company to resolve the problem.
Business Response
Date: 01/14/2025
BBB Case 22780879
RR No: 378007453

This is a response to ****** ********,

Unfortunately, there were no specific details included in your inquiry. I would like to do a meaningful investigation but need more information to do so. Please specify the charge you are concerned about for better assistance.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 01/15/2025

Complaint: 22780879

I am rejecting this response because:
Please see the attached documents that show the rental #*********.

Sincerely,

****** ********
Customer Answer
Date: 01/23/2025

Complaint: 22780879

I am rejecting this response because:
Hertz has made an overcharge on my account. With the bank statements and the receipt, it is clear that Hertz has overcharged my account. The total on my bank statement (1531) does not match the total charges shown on my printed receipt. The bank statement ending in (3832) will show the other charge for the new rental in which I was charged. Upon the charge on 10/07/2024 began a new rental period. The following day (10/08/2024) a charge came to the previous card that should have been charged only for charging fees but not another rental week. The attachments will provide evidence of this extra charge that came from Hertz and the prolonged time it has taken to complete the process. The process has been going on for more than three months and the account has been closed due to the negative balance. At this time I am in the process of speaking with the Hertz management team from the corporate office as I received a message requesting information on 1/10/2024 still no progress has been made to determine the issue with the account overcharge. I am submitting this writing and attachments to receive help from the Better Business Bureau in understanding why a refund has not been issued by Hertz Corporation due to the overcharge.

Sincerely,

****** ********
Business Response
Date: 01/29/2025
BBB Case 22780879
RR No: 103875052

This is a response to ****** ********,

Please note that when renting with ***** an authorization charge is taken at the beginning of the rental week and later released, with a final charge billed to you at the end of the week. It is possible for you to see both the authorization hold and the final charge appear simultaneously, depending on your financial institution's processing timeframe. Our records do not show any overcharges and all rentals were billed correctly. Could you please specify the overcharged amount you are seeing?

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 01/29/2025

Complaint: 22780879

I am rejecting this response because:
Please review the bank statements to match up the payment weeks. In one week I was charged twice and I know of the weekly rental charge as each week there is a charge. Because the staff member ended the week earlier before the actual rental week it sent out another charge assuming I didn't pay the previous week. The bank statements I have sent will show each charge and the rental receipt does not match what I have been charged on my bank statement. The bank statement with only a single charge is when the next rental week started and that is the correct charge for the week. The last charge on the bank statement with multiple charges was the charge that is an overpayment.

Sincerely,

****** ********
Business Response
Date: 02/05/2025
Complaint id: ********
********************** Agreement: 103875052

We appreciate you allowing us this opportunity to review your concerns regarding your rental experience.

Upon further review of all rentals, we have confirmed that the charge in question was for the week of September 9th to September 16th, 2025. The rental charge of $455.81 matches the amount shown on your bank statement. Therefore, the charges are correct and a refund is not possible.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/05/2025

Complaint: 22780879

I am rejecting this response because:
the date on the receipt shows that the rental date was closed on a Sunday. Which indicates there is an error in the charge as **** hertz does not operate on a Saturday or Sunday. You have confirmed the payment was for a different date. So the payment that was taken on October 8th should be refund. As all payments where made prior to closing on the 6th of October.

Sincerely,

****** ********
Business Response
Date: 02/17/2025
BBB Case 22780879
RR No: 103875052

This is a response to ****** ********,

Please be advised that per the terms and conditions, you are responsible for the vehicle until it is returned. As the rental was extended through 10/09/2024, the charges for this period are valid. While I regret this is not the desired outcome, we stand by the charges billed.

Thank you for contacting us.
Customer Answer
Date: 02/21/2025

Complaint: 22780879

I am rejecting this response because: there is confusing I don't know what hertz means by it was extended through the 9th of October. Please show me the billing of the extension through the ninth and the charges associated with the completed rental before the extension. Now that there is enough information to go off of please conduct a thorough investigation of the extra charge.

Sincerely,

****** ********
Business Response
Date: 03/05/2025
BBB Case #: 22780879
RR# or ***** 424990020/378007453

This is in response to ****** ********.

After a thorough review with our Hertz **** location and management, we have confirmed that you were billed correctly and there were no double charges. This has been explained to you multiple times.
All authorizations will show as PENDING, AUTHORIZING, or PROCESSING in your account until we settle the charges for the week. We authorize and hold funds until you extend or close your rental agreement, at which point we release those funds and charge the total amount due. All extension authorizations include rental extension time, taxes, and fees.
When you extend your rental, we will collect the funds held for the previous week and authorize the next week's charges. This may appear as two charges in your account, but only the new authorization will affect your balance.
We understand this may not be the outcome you were anticipating; however, please be assured that this matter has been treated with the utmost importance, and our decision is based on an exhaustive review. As stated previously, there is no double charge and no refund is warranted.
We hope you will respect our position on this matter as we consider it closed.

Thank you for contacting us.

Customer Answer
Date: 03/11/2025

Complaint: 22780879

I am rejecting this response because:
All I am asking for is a receipt that shows the correct date of when the rental was supposed to be closed out. As I believe that date was the reason for the extra charge. If Hertz can give me a correct receipt and show me that the error in the dates does not change the matter then we can move forward. I have yet to receive a correct receipt as the receipt showed a different amount than what Hertz has charged. If Hertz can't produce a correct receipt then it is obvious there should be a refund as I have submitted a receipt showing the overcharge. I have consistently been paying my rental and that charge put my account negative meaning there was an error. Also, hertz had sent out numerous extra charges before this error that did not match the current rental rate. So, I am asking for documentation that supports the claim that there is not an extra charge.

Sincerely,

****** ********
Business Response
Date: 03/20/2025
BBB Complaint ID: ********
RR: *********, *********, *********, 424990020
This is in response to ****** ********.

Thank you for your response. After a thorough review with our Hertz **** location and management, we have confirmed that you were billed correctly and there were no double charges. This has been explained to you multiple times.
All authorizations will show as PENDING, AUTHORIZING, or PROCESSING in your account until we settle the charges for the week. We authorize and hold funds until you extend or close your rental agreement, at which point we release those funds and charge the total amount due. All extension authorizations include rental extension time, taxes, and fees.
When you extend your rental, we will collect the funds held for the previous week and authorize the next week's charges. This may appear as two charges in your account, but only the new authorization will affect your balance.
We understand this may not be the outcome you were anticipating; however, please be assured that this matter has been treated with the utmost importance, and our decision is based on an exhaustive review. As stated previously, there is no double charge and no refund is warranted. I have attached 4 separate billing invoices. We hope you will respect our position on this matter as we consider it fully resolved and closed.

Kind Regards

Customer Answer
Date: 03/21/2025

Complaint: 22780879

I am rejecting this response because:
Hertz cannot charge me an extra week for a rental as they refuse to repair it. The additional charge came from the billing in which the rental was returned. The reason why the billing stopped on the 6th of October was because that is the day Hertz put in because of the refusal to repair the vehicle. The payment came after the rental was completed on Monday, October 7th which was an incorrect charge. I have attached the last receipt of maintenance which Hertz refused to repair and with this you can check with ******** to confirm. As a customer of ********************** and a driver of **** their in fact should be changes made to this complaint due to not repairing the vehicle.

Sincerely,

****** ********
Initial Complaint
Date:01/07/2025
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
I rented a vehicle on 7/5/2024 from ********* In. Upon returning the vehicle it took the local office over a month to close the contract out. Upon having the contract fully closed I requested a copy of the receipt which showed a $0 balance remaining. After several months I started receiving a bill stating there was a balance of $190.40. At the same time I received several notifications from my credit card stating that the company had attempted several times to charge me without my knowledge what the charge was even for at that time. I have tried teach8ng out to the company several times with no luck.
Business Response
Date: 01/16/2025
BBB Complaint # ********
RR # H34754801

Dear **** ********,

Thank you for contacting us. We appreciate the opportunity to review your concerns.

We apologize for the confusion regarding the billing. Our records show that we billed the dealership a total of $490.40. They have made a payment of $300.00, which leaves a remaining balance of $190.40. Please contact the dealership to resolve any outstanding amount.

Customer Answer
Date: 02/05/2025

Complaint: 22779090

I am rejecting this response because: after a period of time I contacted the location as well as the dealership to see if there was a bill I owed and was advised by the location that there was a zero balance for the rental as well as I have contacted the dealership to be advised that they paid whatever was billed to them. The manager at to location that I rented this vehicle from stated that he was backing up the return date and was only charging for the actual dates rented even tho it took him over a month to close the contract. I informed him the date and time the vehicle was returned. If someone from the company could reach out to me and inform exactly what the charges are for to help me better understand why after 4 months they attempted to charge me and cannot explain to me what they are for. The amount doesnt add up to the time I had the vehicle in my possession especially when the rental was set up thru a dealership under a warranty claim. Now they are threatening/ trying to intimidate me by threatening to send the remainder balance to a collection agency and affect my credit which I have worked extremely hard to keep excellent. In all the receipts I have from the local branch as well as customer service show a zero balance so I am really confused why they keep trying to charge me but yet have never explained what for.

Sincerely,

**** ********
Business Response
Date: 02/11/2025
BBB Case 22779090
RR No: H34754801

This is a response to **** ********,

While I regret this is not the desired outcome, as previously stated, our records show that we billed the dealership a total of $490.40 but only received a payment of $300.00. Please be advised you will need to contact the dealership regarding the remaining $190.40 balance.

Thank you for contacting us.

Customer Answer
Date: 02/14/2025

Complaint: 22779090

I am rejecting this response because: I have a receipt from Hertz showing a zero balance and now after over 4 months Hertz is wanting to come after me for a balance that the dealership should have covered. If the dealership was billed $490.40 then they should have paid the full amount and then charged me the difference that they felt they werent responsible for. I have spoke to the manager at the local office and was informed that I dont owe anything for this rental due to it being billed thru dealership. Also Hertz is wanting to bill me for something without even giving me a breakdown of what I am being charged for.

Sincerely,

**** ********
Business Response
Date: 03/19/2025
BBB Case 22779090
RR No: H34754801

This is a response to **** ********,

While I regret this is not the desired outcome, as previously stated, our records show that we billed the dealership a total of $490.40 but only received a payment of $300.00. Regrettably, we are unable to confirm a verbal conversation at the counter. Please be advised you will need to contact the dealership directly regarding the remaining $190.40 balance.

Thank you for contacting us.
Business Response
Date: 03/21/2025
BBB Case 22779090
RR No: H34754801

This is a response to **** ********,

While I regret this is not the desired outcome, as previously stated, our records show that we billed the dealership a total of $490.40 but only received a payment of $300.00. Please note you received 2 additional days billed at a total $190.40 as the vehicle was due on 07/12 but was not returned until 07/14. Regrettably, we are unable to confirm a verbal conversation at the counter. Please be advised you will need to contact the dealership directly regarding the remaining $190.40 balance.

Thank you for contacting us.
Initial Complaint
Date:11/25/2024
Type:Product Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
I rented a car on 11/20/24 to 11/25/24 . The car was dirty and smelled like smoke. I brought this to the ladies attention. Also the car was wrecked in the front end. The car smelled of smoke and there was a film on the glass so thick we couldn't see. They charged me$200 extra to clean the car they didn't clean before I got it. L0473736292 was the confirmation number. This business needs to be investigated they are talking peoples money without cause constantly.
Business Response
Date: 12/02/2024
BBB Complaint ID: ********

Thank you for allowing us to review your documents. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We have reviewed all documents, the charge was for pet hair. Unfortunately, this may not be the outcome you were hoping for. We have provided pre-rental pictures for you to review.

Best Regards

Customer Answer
Date: 12/02/2024

Complaint: 22605503

I am rejecting this response becausewe do not havepets nor were any in the vehicle. My husband is a 70 year old disabled veteran and you all stole from him. You should be ashamed of yourselves where is the picture of the pet hair. There are none because we didn't have a pet in the vehicle. This location is known for stealing when u pay with a debit card. Check the complaints.

Sincerely,

********* *****
Business Response
Date: 12/04/2024
BBB Complaint ID: ********
RR 525695660

Thank you for the opportunity to review your concerns. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. We have reviewed all the documents. We have included the pre-rental pictures for you to review. While we understand that this outcome may not be what you anticipated, we must confirm the billing charges for the cleaning fee are valid and our decision remains unchanged.

Best Regards,
Customer Answer
Date: 12/04/2024

Complaint: 22605503

I am rejecting this response because: it is unacceptable. You are thieves and I will write reviews everywhere to make it known including local veterans organizations. I'm also going to make it known to priceline and do weekday I can to have this branch of your company investigated. It's theft pain and simple where are the pictures of the pet hair. There are none because we didn't have a pet in the vehicle.

Sincerely,

********* *****

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