Today, after working for Uber for a few weeks I realized that my driver rating was dropping. After looking into it, one of the 1-star ratings claimed "mechanical problems". The description of the reason, "He drives a Ford." FML
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Today, I dropped off my visibly-upset Uber passengers off at a funeral. I absentmindedly said, “Good luck, have fun!” as they got out. Needless to say, I got my first 1-star rating today. FML
Today, I was fired for not having a reliable mode of transportation. I’ve only had to take the bus recently because three days ago, my boss’s son was messing around in the parking garage, lost control, and totaled my car. FML
Today, I took my car into the shop to get a minor problem fixed. I left several hours later, without my car. Why? The mechanic crashed it while out on a test drive to make sure he'd fixed the problem. FML
Today, I had to endure an awful taxi ride. He got me to my destination perfectly and on time, but spewed a racist rant about how, "all Indians are scammers" and how, "the Chinese should get out" the entire time. Then the taxi app had the audacity to ask for a rating. 5 stars? I don't think so. FML
Today, I was getting into a Uber after a long day at work. I opened the door, sat down, and started venting to the driver about my horrible day. Five minutes in, I realized I had climbed into a random stranger’s car. He didn’t even tell me; he just let me complain. FML
Today, as I was driving with my boyfriend, he pointed out what a crappy car I drive. About how the locks don't work, the vents are broken, the windshield wipers are busted, my headlights aren't bright, and a hubcap is missing. Then he said I’m a good match for my car, 'cos we have the same “personality". FML
Today, I test-drove a customer’s car to investigate a strange noise. I heard the exact clunk she'd described. It was actually a wrench I’d left under the hood sliding around and hitting things. I had to return and sheepishly explain that the problem was entirely my fault. FML
Today, my car is so unreliable that I received a letter saying that it had been kicked out of the American Automobile Association. FML
Today, I took a car out for a test drive to investigate a mysterious clunking noise. I heard the exact sound the customer had described, and then realized a wrench had been left on top of the engine and had slipped down and got caught near the battery. I had to come back and explain that the issue had been a skill issue. FML
Today, after replacing several components on my new used car, I realized that the reason it wasn't getting the gas mileage it was supposed to because my coworkers take turns siphoning my gas while I work. FML
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MidnaLink 33
They're seriously judging you over the car you drive? Talk about biting the hand that feeds you.
Tripartita 44
I feel you OP, and I've received similar complaints. Why do people take an issue with my Radio Flyer brand vehicle?! I'm a great puller and make REALLY good engine noises!
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Comments (57)
Inkoseh 31
Pretty sure you can dispute the review with Uber. They usually take troll reviews seriously and will remove it. May also put strike on the other persons account!
GhostFox 33
You might be able to appeal to have the review removed if you can provide proof that you haven't had mechanical problems while working.
Boobookittyf96 10
that sucks, but true ha-ha sorry op jk. that shouldn't affect your actual ratings until like it was breaking down haha
Bunnyluver 20
I'm from Louisiana, too. I don't get the Ford thing though... Man is it hot down here!
alexowitz 8
Sorry, this is fake. Ive been w/ Uber for four years and you can see what your rating is but they only show a few selected 5-star comments. The uber office picks one a month. So the claim he saw the text for his 1-star review is not possible.
wallac7 31
Wheres your proof youre working for Uber?
darkangel7410 17
Actually comments are shown for marked problems. If someone rates you badly and list a specific issue it shows you why.
lukegerbz 8
To be honest, I have n almost no bias towards cars and I like most cars so why is it that people take a great, perfectly drive able car and talk crap about it. And not to be cruel towards the people that live in the country or are farmers, but it's mostly you guys that have the most bias
chewsef 17
Found On Road Dead
SSJ4Asterisk 5
FORD Fix Or Repair Daily
freddygasman 18
What is the one thing Ford did right? They circled their problem. Just kidding, everyone relax I own two of them and I tell you their the easiest vehicle to push in the world. #rangerlove
Sora_McKain 36
First On Race Day to be Found On Road Dead because the driver forgot to Fix Or Repair Daily. They were really ****** On a Real Deal.
SSJ4Asterisk 5
lol I had never heard the others. My wife and brother-in-law are always saying the fix or repair daily part.
freddygasman 18
found on reservation dump, ****** over rebuilt dodge
acmariner99 25
What? That's valid! ... Seriously I kid. I drive a Chevy so I naturally hate on FORD (Found On Road Dead). :P
jelrid 30
Just because you drive one brand doesn't mean you have to hate on the others. Even if there is a perceived feud between ford fans and Chevy lovers. I swing more towards ford, but I'll be damned if I miss the opportunity to double take on a sweet Camaro just because I drive a competitors vehicle.
acmariner99 25
Wow you people have no sense of humor
RememberSchlitz 9
First On Race Day
freddygasman 18
Flip Over and Read Directions
Dif_fml 12
Apply for Lyft. They pay better and more often.