Avis Car Rental

Avis Car Rental

🚙 Rental Cars · 1670 Kettner Blvd · San Diego

NeverAbsolutely not. I’d never go back, buy again, or use them again.
22

total experiences

77%

replied on google

Most reported issues

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Experiences

NeverStaff BehaviorFrom Google Reviews
Jul 25, 2026

Staff provided misleading information regarding rental return fees.

NeverProduct / Service QualityFrom Google Reviews
Jul 11, 2026

The rental vehicle had an overwhelming and unpleasant odor.

Business reply on Google

Arian, we are sorry to hear your experience with us has been less than positive. We'd be happy to address your concerns with you directly. Please email us at [email protected] with your reservation/rental agreement number, name of renter, relationship to renter (if applicable), details of your review, and the case #251106 in the subject line. -Vee

NeverCustomer ServiceFrom Google Reviews
Jul 4, 2026

Vehicle provided with low battery charge and poor cleanliness

Business reply on Google

Hi Jack, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and please accept our sincere apologies for the experience you described at our San Diego location. We understand how frustrating it must have been to not receive the vehicle type you reserved and encounter issues with the condition of the vehicle, including the battery level and cleanliness. We’d like the opportunity to review this further. Please email us at [email protected] with your reservation or rental agreement number, name of renter, email address, phone number, and include case #242034 in the subject line. Our team will review the information and follow up with you directly. Thank you again for your feedback. – Dee

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Apr 9, 2026

Company dishonors bookings and increases prices upon customer arrival

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Feb 12, 2026

Unauthorized insurance charges were added to the final bill.

Business reply on Google

Hello Leonardo! We apologize for any issues that you encountered with your recent rental. Please email us at [email protected] with the details of your experience. Also, please include your rental agreement/reservation number, the renter’s name, relation to the renter if applicable, and your phone number, so we can get this looked in to. Please refer to your SM case # 93990 on all correspondence. We are happy to help! ~Susan

NeverCustomer ServiceFrom Google Reviews
Jan 30, 2026

Rental location was closed before the scheduled pickup time

Business reply on Google

Hello Jean! We apologize for any issues that you encountered. Please email us your rental/reservation number, renter’s name, relation to renter if applicable, confirm phone number to [email protected]. Include details of the issue in the email and list “case #91528” in the subject line. We are happy to help!~RG

NeverProduct / Service QualityFrom Google Reviews
Jan 25, 2026

Rental car provided with non-functional rear lights

Business reply on Google

Alexander, we are sorry to hear your experience with us has been less than positive. We'd be happy to address your concerns with you directly. Please email us at [email protected] with your reservation/rental agreement number, name of renter, relationship to renter (if applicable), details of your review, and the case #90726 in the subject line. -Vee

NeverCustomer ServiceFrom Google Reviews
Jan 17, 2026

Reserved vehicle was unavailable upon arrival at the rental location.

Business reply on Google

hi Brad. We deeply apologize for the inconvenience caused by the unavailability of your reserved vehicle. We understand your frustration. Although we make every effort to ensure vehicle availability for advance reservations, unexpected rental extensions can disrupt our inventory. We are committed to resolving this issue. For further assistance, please email us at [email protected] with your reservation/rental agreement number, name of renter, relationship to renter (if applicable), details of your review, and the case #88826 in the subject line. -S.R.

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Dec 6, 2025

Staff added unauthorized fees and provided poor customer service.

Business reply on Google

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We understand how frustrating it can be to incur unexpected charges. The location agent should have been able to explain them to you. Please email us at [email protected] with case #78666 in the subject line so that we can look into this for you. Be sure to include the rental agreement number and the email you provided for it. Thank you. ~Rory

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Sep 25, 2025

customer charged late fee despite returning car within grace period

Business reply on Google

Hi Rahmtin, we’re sorry to hear about the delay at pickup and the late return fee that followed—this isn’t the experience we want our customers to have. We’d like to review your rental and help resolve this. Please email us at [email protected] with Case #60109 in the subject line, and include your full name, rental agreement or reservation number, and the email address associated with your booking. We’ll make sure your case gets the attention it deserves. ◈Social Media Team | Avis Rent A Car 🚗💨

NeverCustomer ServiceFrom Google Reviews
Sep 4, 2025

poor customer service, incorrect vehicle, and inaccurate fuel level reporting

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Aug 10, 2025

Staff added unauthorized charges to the rental agreement without customer consent.

Business reply on Google

We apologize for any issues that you encountered. Please email us your rental agreement number, renter’s name, relation to renter if applicable, confirm phone number to [email protected]. Include details of the issue in the email and list “SM #46027” in the subject line. We are happy to help! Hope to hear from you soon! ~Monte

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Apr 25, 2025

unauthorized charges added to rental agreement without customer consent

NeverCustomer ServiceFrom Google Reviews
Feb 19, 2025

Reserved vehicle was unavailable upon arrival causing significant inconvenience and…

Business reply on Google

Hello I am sorry that we did not have the vehicle you reserved. Please email us at [email protected] with your reservation number, as well as the name on the reservation and email address, and we would be happy to look into this situation for you. Please be sure to mention case#896491 as well. Thanks Blake

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Oct 1, 2024

Customer charged for fuel despite confirmation that it was not required.

Business reply on Google

Hi, D M. We apologize for any issues that you encountered. Please email us your rental agreement number, renter’s name, relation to renter if applicable, confirm phone number to [email protected]. Include details of the issue in the email and list “SM #848440” in the subject line. We are happy to help! ~HP

NeverCustomer ServiceFrom Google Reviews
Aug 25, 2024

Rental car provided with low charge and staff provided incorrect contract information

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Jan 6, 2024

Customer was incorrectly charged for refueling despite returning with a full tank.

Business reply on Google

Hi Viral Please send your reservation, rental agreement number, and the name on the rental to [email protected]. In the subject line reference social media case #732953. ~SD

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
Aug 26, 2023

Staff coerced customers into unnecessary charges and mismanaged the rental reservation.

Business reply on Google

We apologize for any issues that you encountered. Please email us your rental agreement number, and name listed along with the details to [email protected]. Please include SM #667559 in the subject line.

NeverBilling & ChargesFrom Google Reviews
May 5, 2023

Unauthorized extra insurance charges added after vehicle return

Business reply on Google

Hi Alan, We are so sorry to hear about your experience! Please email us at [email protected] with your reservation or rental agreement number, and name on the rental, and I will be happy to look into this for you! Please reference case number 604618 Hope to hear from you soon! -Aisha

NeverCustomer ServiceFrom Google Reviews
Feb 19, 2023

Car seat was unavailable and staff provided unsafe, illegal advice.

Business reply on Google

Hello Ekaterina! We're so sorry to hear about your poor experience. Please reach out to us at [email protected] with the details of your experience and your rental agreement/reservation number, so we can get this looked in to. Also, please refer to your SM post # 572211 on all correspondence. ~Susan