Double charged due to hidden mileage charge and other items. $484.55 turned into over $800. Filed 2 claims for lost item immediately and have not received promised call.
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Great customer, wide selection of new, clean vehicles.
Great fast rental, car was ready on time. Did not have to wait in line a long time
Thank you for your feedback, Maryann. We're glad to hear that your experience was quick and efficient. - Lisa
Terrible! On more than one occasion they tried to charge me for mere cosmetic "damage" to a tire (eg, a scuff on the side). Thankfully the 2nd time I had taken pictures upon pickup and could show the "damage" was already there. What a total scam! They claim it's for safety, but they let me rent the car with that tire on it! It's just a moneymaking scam where they fleece foreign customers and never change the tires anyway. For shame.
Thank you for your review, Ken. Please be assured it is never our intent to inconvenience our customers, as we strive to provide the best possible services. We'd like to pass your information along to someone who can best address your concern. Please visit www.nationalcar.com/en/support/contact-us.html to contact us. Please be ready to provide your contact information, rental information and the details. Thank you. – Isabella
The best car rental place! No second thoughts when it comes to rent a car
Thanks for your feedback, Carole! We hope to see you again soon. -Isabella
Be sure to double check your contract before you leave the counter. What the associate tells you is often not reflected. Also do not trust online reservations as it seems that what you reserve and is confirmed is not necessarily what you will get at the counter/location. If fact sometimes they don't have any availability at all. The local staff has very limited ability as to what they can help you with and you will have to deal with the national customer service team. Very stressful experience.
We're listening and would like to know more. At your convenience, please visit www.nationalcar.com/en/support/contact-us.html to contact us. Please be ready to provide your contact information, reservation or rental agreement number and the details. Thank you. – Lisa
From the moment we arrived to the shuttle, to picking up the car, to dropping it off, the entire process was quick and seamless!
Thank you for your positive feedback. We're glad to hear that your experience was smooth from start to finish. Your satisfaction is important to us. - Lisa
Ease of pick up and return. No long lines with Emerald club
Thank you for your feedback, Mike. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the quick and easy pick-up and return process with our Emerald Club. - Lisa
The staff is always courteous and helpful. I've been renting with National since covid and through my job. I've rarely had an issue here, but the one time I did, I expressed to managemnt exactly what happened, and how marginalized I felt based on the person's comments, and I have never seen him since. They take their customer service seriously and I greatly appreciate it because with many other services, it's a lost art.
Thank you for your thoughtful review, Diane. We're glad to hear that our team has consistently provided you with courteous and helpful service. Your feedback is valued, and we appreciate your business. - Lisa
Staff is amazing and courteous both on the phone and in person. I know the cars have a fast turn around but there were fries under my seat. Happens but it stunk. Other than that excellent!
Thank you for your feedback, Kenneth. We appreciate your kind words about our team and we’re glad you had an excellent overall visit. - Lisa
The cars were ready and I was able to choose from many vehicles.
Thank you for your positive feedback, Deborah. We're glad to hear that our vehicle selection met your needs. - Lisa
Easy pick up and drop off. Staff excels in Customer Service/Satisfaction!
Charlene, thank you for your kind words. We are very pleased about your rating. We hope to welcome you again soon. - Isabella
Marilyn at the LGA facility was very helpful in assisting us with vehicle selection.
Malachi at the JFK facility was very helpful in resolving cleanliness issues with our vehicle.
Thank you for your positive feedback, Matthew. We're glad to hear that Marilyn and Malachi provided excellent service with the vehicle selection and cleanliness. Your satisfaction is important to us. - Lisa
LAN's National rental desk, is consistent. It has a good selection of cars for a small branch and staff is always helpful
Thank you, Kathryn, for your fantastic feedback. We're glad to hear that you appreciate our vehicle selection and helpful team at our LAN location. We aim for consistency in service, and it's great to know we're hitting the mark. We look forward to your next visit. - Lisa
We were immediately approached and welcomed upon our arrival. The team member in the pick up area was extremely accommodating and helpful. The vehicle was in excellent condition. Drop off was the same. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly.
Thank you for your kind words, Mike. We're thrilled to hear that our team made your experience seamless and enjoyable. We take pride in maintaining our vehicles and providing excellent service. We hope to see you again. - Lisa
Everything went perfectly - National always shows up for me and that's why I'm loyal to them!
Thank you for your loyalty, David. We're glad to hear everything went smoothly. We appreciate your loyalty and look forward to seeing you again. - Lisa
Renting was easy with no hitches except I would have liked to have an American make car as an option.
Thank you for your feedback, Glenn. We're glad to hear your experience was easy, and we appreciate your suggestion. - Lisa
I want to take the time to recognize the outstanding service I experienced from Breanna Swinton during my recent rental at National. What could have been a frustrating and stressful billing situation turned into a positive experience thanks to her professionalism, patience, and dedication to doing the right thing.
When I arrived, the facility was in the middle of the evening rush. It was busy, with customers lined up, phones ringing, and cars coming in and out. On top of that, Breanna was working the overnight shift, a time when energy usually runs low. Despite the chaos, she handled everything with calmness and grace. She immediately gave her full attention to the issue at hand, even though there were many distractions around her.
The problem involved a complicated billing issue, the kind that could easily leave a customer feeling frustrated. Breanna Swinton did not let that happen. She carefully listened to every detail, asked the right questions, and reassured me that she would work through it until it was resolved. Her ability to stay composed under pressure was impressive. Even though things were hectic, she made me feel like the only customer in the room.
What stood out most was her patience. She truly has the patience of a saint. She did not rush me through the process, and she never showed frustration, even though the problem took time to sort out. Instead, she was thorough, thoughtful, and determined to fix everything correctly. That kind of effort is rare and deserves to be recognized.
Breanna's approach also showed how much she genuinely cares about customers. She explained each step of what she was doing, kept me updated throughout, and made sure I understood how the issue was being fixed. She did not just focus on the transaction, she focused on the experience. She made sure I left feeling taken care of, not just processed.
This kind of service is exactly why I continue to rent from National. There are many rental companies to choose from, but not every company has someone like Breanna Swinton. She is the kind of employee who turns customers into loyal customers. Her ability to handle a stressful situation with professionalism, empathy, and positivity is what sets her apart. People like Breanna are what make me come back to rent from National every time.
I also want to emphasize that this all happened during a very busy shift. Many employees might have felt overwhelmed or rushed, but Breanna was steady, focused, and kind the entire time. That shows real character and dedication. It shows that she takes pride in her work and understands the importance of treating people with respect.
Breanna Swinton deserves recognition for her efforts. She went above and beyond to resolve the billing issue, and she did it with a smile and a level of patience that most people simply do not have. She represents National in the best way possible. If there were a way to give her more than five stars, I would. She made a lasting impression on me, and I am confident she does the same for many other customers.
In short, Breanna is outstanding. She is professional, patient, kind, and determined to provide excellent service even in challenging circumstances. She turned a difficult situation into a positive one and reinforced my trust in National as a company. National should be proud to have someone like her on the team, because employees like Breanna are the reason customers choose to return.
Thank you for your thoughtful review, Kallef. We are thrilled to hear about Breanna's exceptional service and her ability to create a positive experience. Your recognition of her professionalism and dedication means a lot to us. We appreciate your continued business. - Lisa
Me gustó el trato y el cuidado interno del vehículo super limpio
Thank you for your feedback, Mateo. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the service and the vehicle. - Lisa
I did not have a reservation and was stuck at the airport as my trip was changed to the next day, so I was desperate to rent a car to get home from the airport and be able to return the next day... it was easy as can be and National was so professional and simple and accommodating. I really appreciated their help and the process was a piece of cake!
Thank you for sharing your experience, Susan. We're glad to hear that our team made the process easy and accommodating for you. We strive to provide a seamless experience, and we hope to see you again. - Lisa
I wish you all company would not charge me a $400.00 or $500.00 deposit fee on top of a regular rental charges. I am a Emerald member and still got charge that huge amount of a deposit fee, but why. T
Thank you for your feedback, Tony. If you’d like to discuss this further, please visit www.nationalcar.com/en/support/contact-us.html to contact us. Thank you. – Lisa
Thank you for your positive feedback. We're glad to hear you had a great experience with our customer service and selection of vehicles. - Lisa