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1.8 (300 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Ena K.

PSA: CRIME SCENE FOR RENT TW: MURDER I can't believe I am writing this review but this location tried to rent my roommate and I a literal MURDER truck. I received a phone call from my roommate & was left speechless. She informed me that the 20 ft uhaul they gave us had not only crime scene tape on it but dried, smeared blood on the inside of the truck. Her boyfriend opened the back door & came across the left behind crime. She checked the windshield & low and behold there is a tow number followed up by "homicide" written in chalk. She went to speak to a manager, double checking this wasn't some halloween prank/decor. Turns out they had a note in the system saying Sargent Sandy released the truck from the case. They didn't even get it cleaned before renting it out to customers! After doing some research, we come to find out the body was found TWO MONTHS PRIOR. Not only is this a biohazard, who the hell wants their mattress touching a uhaul that had a decaying body in it?! Because this was the last 20 ft truck on their lot, they came to the solution to give us a 26 ft truck for the price of a 20 ft truck with an additional $50 discount. We were told to return the truck by 4 pm, and received a phone call shortly after 4 since we were running a little behind. The audacity to rush us back after trying to give us an actual crime scene of a truck is beyond me. The fact that they even charged us for a uhaul is absolutely absurd. Thanks for the trauma uhaul!

Shweta S.

I was moving over the weekend and was looking for cheap plastic containers. A quick search and U-Haul option popped up. The nearest location with availability was in San Francisco - near Candlestick Park. I booked 10 containers for the next day. It didn't specify the pick up time on the website, so that meant I could pick up before the location closes at 7pm. Next day, I drove for 1.5 hours after work and reached at 6:30 pm. Positive: The location is easy to find, just off 101. There is ample of parking spots. Apart from U-Haul trucks, moving supplies, there's also a storage facility. Negative: very slow service. I was second in the line. There is no acknowledgement from anyone. They were clearly understaffed - one person tk run the entire location. Anyway after waiting for nearly 25 mins, I was called. The person was friendly. She checked the system and mentioned that our order was cancelled 4 mins back (which was confusing as the system never indicated pick up time). Had to reorder the containers. The containers were very dirty. Also during the move, I realized that the handle is very harsh, so you need to wear gloves to protect your palms getting all red.

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First off, a huge thank you to Vincent at this location. Vince saved my ass when Uhaul F'ed me…read more Vincent was professional, knowledgeable, friendly and supportive. From today forward he shall by known as Saint Vince. Sure you have choices when renting a truck. While in town moves don't require you think about the equipment, cross country you do need to. Is the truck gas or diesel? Better mileage with diesel, means a cheaper cost. Does the truck have a drivers air seat? This makes a difference when driving 16 hours a day. What is the total cubic size of the truck. What tightly fits in a U-Haul 26 foot, can easly fit in a 22 foot Penske. Finally, take a look at what rental trucks are sitting on the side of the road waiting for service. What you'll notice is they are all Uhauls. Enjoy your move. Take it slow and steady. Thank you Vincent and Penske.

By Thomas J. Anderson…read more Abstract: This review documents a cross-country rental experience with Penske Truck Leasing, specifically a 26-foot box van rented from the Home Depot location on Liberia Avenue in Manassas, VA, and driven to Poulsbo, WA. The journey, spanning over 3,000 miles, revealed systemic failures in vehicle maintenance, customer service coordination, and operational safety. The findings suggest a troubling disregard for basic mechanical integrity and customer welfare, raising serious questions about Penske's fleet management practices. 1. Initial Condition and Departure Upon arrival at the rental site, the vehicle presented immediate visual red flags: dents on all four corners, two substantial cracks in the windshield, and an overall appearance of neglect. When questioned about roadworthiness, the rental agent assured that the truck had been "checked out" and was "good to go." This statement, as later events would prove, was dangerously inaccurate. The DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) tank was only half full, and the fuel gauge hovered between three-quarters and full--minor but telling signs of a lack of pre-rental inspection rigor. These oversights foreshadowed deeper mechanical issues that would emerge en route. 2. Mechanical Deficiencies and Safety Hazards From the outset, the truck exhibited erratic behavior: Lane Departure Warning System: Activated continuously despite proper lane alignment, indicating sensor miscalibration or system failure. Cruise Control: Non-functional, adding fatigue and distraction to a long-haul journey. Steering: Initially tight in spots, later developing severe resistance at top dead center and every quarter turn--symptoms consistent with a failing steering box. The vehicle's powertrain was equally inadequate. Acceleration to 60 MPH took nearly a minute, and the truck could only reach its governed top speed of 70 MPH on downhill grades. This underperformance posed a hazard on highways, especially during merging and overtaking maneuvers. 3. Catastrophic Steering Failure and Emergency Response In Tennessee, the steering system deteriorated to a dangerous level. After 100 miles of battling the wheel, a call to Penske resulted in dispatching a technician who confirmed the failure. A replacement truck--already with 200,000 miles--was delivered via semi tow truck. While Penske promised a 3-3.5 hour wait for the replacement and moving crew, the tow driver arrived early (2.5 hours), but the helpers were delayed by over 4 hours and ultimately unnecessary. The tow driver, acting beyond his duties, assisted with cross-loading--a commendable act of professionalism in stark contrast to Penske's systemic failures. During the tow preparation, a chilling discovery was made: two of the four universal joint cap bolts on the drive shaft were cross-threaded and not fully seated. This defect could have led to catastrophic drive shaft ejection at speed, endangering lives. The original assurance of roadworthiness was not just incorrect--it was potentially criminally negligent. 4. Replacement Vehicle: Marginally Better, Still Flawed The second truck, while not actively dangerous, was far from ideal: Suspension Seat: Unlubricated, producing loud creaks and pops throughout the remainder of the journey. Passenger Window: Would not stay closed. Side Mirrors: Repositioned themselves at speeds over 45 MPH, rendering them useless and requiring constant manual adjustment. These issues, though less severe, reflect a continued pattern of poor maintenance and disregard for driver comfort and safety. 5. Delivery and Administrative Breakdown Upon arrival in Poulsbo, WA, the receiving agent had no record of the rental. The truck was ultimately accepted with a signature on a blank sheet of paper--an astonishing lapse in recordkeeping and accountability. 6. Conclusion This rental experience was not merely inconvenient--it was hazardous. Penske's failure to maintain basic mechanical standards, coupled with poor logistical coordination and administrative oversight, placed the driver and others at serious risk. The discovery of improperly installed drive shaft components alone warrants investigation. Penske's reputation as a reliable provider of commercial vehicles is undermined by this experience. Barring injury or fatality, this case represents a near-worst-case scenario in rental logistics. I will not be using Penske again, and I strongly advise others to scrutinize their rental vehicles thoroughly--or seek alternative providers. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Respectfully, Tom Anderson

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Worst than not good…read more On September 10, 2026, at approximately 9:00 AM, Kathy Valladare from U-Haul contacted me and informed me that there was no truck available for my reservation. I explained that I was extremely disappointed because I had already prepared everything for the move and had scheduled helpers to assist me. I told her that U-Haul needed to help me find another truck. Kathy later contacted me and said she had found another truck approximately 20 minutes away. I agreed to accept the replacement truck, provided that my original charges and contract terms remained exactly the same. Since the truck originally reserved was no longer available, I requested to pick up the replacement truck at 5:00 PM on September 10 without any additional charges. Kathy agreed and offered one additional day and 110 miles. On September 10, I picked up the truck from the U-Haul location at 47 Cambon Dr., San Francisco, California. Before leaving, I specifically explained to the staff what had happened and expressed my hope that everything would go smoothly from that point forward. However, after I returned home, I received an email showing that the amount I was required to pay and the mileage included in my rental had been changed from my original reservation. I did not agree to these changes. I accepted the replacement truck with the understanding that my original contract, pricing, and agreed-upon terms would remain the same. My original contract required me to return the truck to a location in West Sacramento, approximately 30 minutes from my son's new residence. I agreed to return the truck there because I wanted to take advantage of the $80 discount that was offered. I accepted this arrangement based on the original terms of my reservation. On September 11, 2026, at approximately 11:00 AM, I arrived at Roland 4 Less Auto Sales, which was the return location originally provided to me and shown in my U-Haul app. When I arrived, the location was closed. The instructions regarding how to return the truck were also unclear. After calling the telephone number provided, I was instructed to scan a code and complete the return process through the U-Haul app. However, the process did not end there. The app automatically changed my return location to another location approximately 15 minutes away in downtown Sacramento. This created additional inconvenience and frustration after I had already experienced several problems with my reservation. I contacted the 800 number to request the refund for the difference between the charges and she said the manager will get back to me. The so call manager Kathy, same person who informed me of changed said she will refund the difference between the two price not including the tax result from the difference. I have to point it out that the issues was originated from U haul and i have to eat the tax resulting from the difference ? I can tell you personally, that the manager Kathy does not have any customer service understanding the issues nor diligently do her research before reaching out to the customer to offer the difference of the price with the tax arise from the mistake.

I'm not sure why this place even has 2.2 stars. It literally should have zero stars…read more I rent from U-Haul all the time, especially at Bayshore Blvd., Millbrae and Belmont . This location is just absolutely rude. They don't even know what customer service means. They won't be in business for long.

U-Haul - truck_rental - Updated October 2026

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