Steps to follow after an accident
If the accident involves an identified third-party (i.e.: the person you had an accident with is still present):
Call our insurance partner as soon as you can to let them know: 0330 102 1998.
You must fill out an accident report, which determines each driver's responsibility and involvement in the accident. You'll find the accident report form in the glovebox of the car:
- In the "insured" box, write down the driver's name and the time of the accident
- In section 8 of the accident report, write down Getaround's insurance policy number (and not the owner's): BV/27657645.
- Fill out the rest of the form including details of the accident
- Sign the accident report and keep a copy
- In the "insured" box, write down the driver's name and the time of the accident
Take photos of the damage to your car and the third-party's car.
Call the owner to inform them. You'll complete Getaround's damage report together at the end of the rental.
If the car can no longer be driven, contact Getaround's roadside assistance (see the instructions on the Assistance page. The AA will organise for the vehicle to be towed, as well as further transport for the passengers.
If the accident doesn't involve an identified third-party (i.e.: you damaged the car yourself or it was damaged, but you can't identify who is responsible):
- Take photos of the damages.
- Call the owner to inform them. You'll complete Getaround's damage report together at the end of the rental.
- If the car can no longer be driven, contact Getaround's roadside assistance (see the instructions on the Assistance page. The AA will organise for the vehicle to be towed, as well as further transport for the passengers.
In all cases
The owner will then fill the damage report on Getaround's website. We might get back to you to request a statement about the circumstances of the accident if necessary.
If you're not responsible for the accident, you will be refunded your excess once the insurance confirms that you are not responsible or once the third party has accepted the recourse made against them.
If you are responsible or the responsible third party can not be identified, your deductible will be involved, and management fees may be applied.
Follow this link if you need more information about the insurance excess.
This article contains information specific to a particular country of registration. Refer to the international version of this article for other cases.
