50 Wildest Things Left Behind in an Uber in 2025

It’s one thing to misplace a phone after a late ride, but Uber drivers this year encountered far stranger mysteries. Across countless trips, items surfaced that seemed more like props from a surreal scavenger hunt than ordinary belongings.

Let’s learn more about these bizarre surprises in the backseat.

Mannequin Head With Human Hair

Drivers in multiple cities had to double-check their mirrors when they spotted a mannequin head resting on the backseat. The head wasn’t synthetic all the way through. It carried real human hair styled as though ready for a salon class or stage rehearsal. These factors created endless theories that no one could confirm.

Ten Live Lobsters

After one market run, a crate filled with live lobsters sat in the back. The driver discovered antennae moving against the lid and chose to contact support immediately rather than risk becoming an accidental seafood handler. The owner never called back, either.

Chainsaw

One idle chainsaw balanced across the floorboard raised eyebrows after a routine drop-off. The driver avoided testing the weight or condition. It remains unclear whether it had been used for landscaping, construction, or something much stranger.

Ghostbusters Ghost Trap

A blinking prop ghost trap surfaced beneath a seat, its small lights still flickering. Curiosity won, and the driver triggered its latch before placing it in storage. Its owner never explained why they were traveling with it on a weekday afternoon.

Viking Drinking Horn

Among the most talked‑about items was a polished drinking horn, clearly hand‑crafted and ceremonial. The horn sparked theories ranging from themed parties to historical reenactments. It never made it back to its rider.

Urinal

After a late ride, a portable urinal wrapped in a simple plastic bag sat untouched in the corner of the backseat. Drivers speculated whether it had been purchased that night or borrowed for an emergency.

Club Sign Announcing a Marriage

In one city, a sign loudly declaring “Annie’s married” stretched across the seat, likely hauled from a lively celebration. The size alone made it hard to miss, yet the passengers never came back. Drivers guessed the evening’s excitement simply eclipsed the sign’s importance.

DNA Testing Kit

Lost paperwork is one thing, but a complete DNA testing kit is another. One passenger apparently left a sealed kit and instructions between the seats. It was returned after a week, but the driver admitted wondering about the story behind such a personal item.

Two Mattresses

Wrestling two rolled mattresses into a car is a feat, yet somehow, the passenger departed without them. Hours later, the driver discovered the load still crammed into the trunk. Recovery turned into a logistical adventure, with a second trip needed just to return the forgotten bedding down narrow streets.

Aquarium

A water-filled aquarium swayed with each turn of the wheel, unnoticed by its owner. No fish were inside, only gravel and gear, yet the effort involved in transporting it puzzled the driver. Uber’s records show the item was never retrieved.

Aviation Headset

An aviation headset, usually reserved for pilots, appeared among a pile of ordinary items. It hinted at someone rushing between flights or training sessions. The headset was valued enough to trigger a formal recovery request.

Taxidermied Rabbit

The sight of a preserved rabbit in a glass case startled one driver so much that they called support before touching it. No details emerged about whether it was a collector’s piece or a teaching prop.

Hoverboard and Mini Fridge

Someone managed to forget both a hoverboard and a compact refrigerator in a single trip. The two were placed together in the back and suggested either a busy move or an overambitious shopping spree.

Remy the Rat Doll

A stuffed version of the beloved animated chef turned up wedged under a backseat. The driver initially thought it was just another toy, but the detailed chef’s hat gave it away. Remy soon joined the archives.

Peacock Feather

A single peacock feather appeared after a routine drop-off. It was carefully wrapped and striking in color. Drivers guessed it had ceremonial or decorative value. The feather stayed with support as a fragile and unexpected keepsake.

Divorce Papers

Imagine finding someone’s divorce papers after a ride! So weird, but it happened with one Uber driver. The documents were left on the floorboard after a midday ride. According to Uber’s index, these were returned quickly. Of course, someone realized the urgency before a court date slipped by.

Shrek Ears

An unmistakable pair of green foam ears surfaced after a lively evening drop‑off. Judging by their condition, they had been worn recently, likely part of a costume. The driver joked with support that the ears had “seen things,” but the owner never responded to claims.

Amethyst Crystal

A heavy amethyst cluster sat glittering in the backseat after a weekend ride. Many passengers carry stones as decor or keepsakes, yet leaving behind such a large piece raised eyebrows. Staff stored it carefully, fascinated by its unexpected appearance.

DJ Mixing Board

Wires dangled from a compact DJ controller squeezed between backpacks. It looked ready to plug in for a late-night set, but the passenger never circled back. The driver, amused by the thought of an abandoned party, handed it over to support.

Pickleball Paddles and Ball

The pickleball craze left its mark on rides, too. After an afternoon drop-off, a small set of paddles and a ball rolled under a seat. The driver tried reaching the passenger through Uber support, but no one came forward.

Harry Potter Wand

This one would have been quite weird and exciting at the same time. An Uber driver found a wand, boxed and complete with themed packaging, after a drop-off. The driver assumed it had been purchased as a gift or collected after a convention.

Traffic Cone

Yes, a full-sized orange traffic cone was found lodged in the trunk after a late-night ride. How it fits among luggage is still unclear. Uber’s report didn’t specify why it wasn’t retrieved, only noting that its absence didn’t seem to inconvenience the passenger.

Plunger

A driver shared photos of an industrial-sized plunger left on the backseat. It didn’t appear new, though it was clean and wrapped in plastic. Given the tool's importance, it was expected to be reclaimed, but it was abandoned.

Orthopedic Foot Insoles

A pair of orthopedic insoles was discovered tucked in a paper bag. These were custom molded and labeled with a name, yet recovery attempts failed. Staff stored them away while commenting on how rare it is for something so personal and expensive to simply vanish after a ride.

Chicken Sculpture

A small chicken figurine carved from wood was found one morning, placed carefully as if displayed on a shelf. Its presence suggested someone valued it enough to carry along. Still, no one called back.

Blue Laminated Paper With Smiley Face

This simple sheet of laminated paper with a bright yellow smiley face baffled the driver. It was clearly meant as a sign or craft project, but no context came with it, and no retrieval request followed.

A Pink Fan Labeled “Bimbo”

A hot‑pink handheld fan bearing the word “bimbo” in bold letters appeared after a festival weekend. The fan still worked and sparked curiosity about the event it came from. The driver kept it carefully until the report closed.

100 DVD Collection

One backseat revealed a box stuffed with one hundred DVDs. The titles ranged from comedies to obscure documentaries, and each disc was neatly sleeved. Support held the box in storage, puzzled over how someone could forget such a weighty personal library.

Bermuda Shorts

After a midafternoon airport run, a neatly folded pair of Bermuda shorts was discovered. They appeared brand new, with tags still attached. The passenger might have been rushing between flights and never noticed.

Aquatic Sea Moss

Sealed bags of sea moss sat in the backseat while releasing a faint, salty aroma that made the driver curious. It likely came from a market trip for cooking or skincare. Staff logged it as unclaimed since there was no call for recovering such an oddly specific grocery item.

Hannah Montana Merchandise

An entire bag of themed merchandise turned up on a weekend ride. It included keychains, stickers, and a small purse associated with the Hannah Montana theme. The driver assumed it came from a nostalgic collector or party, but, like so many others on this list, it was never reclaimed.

Gold Rolex

Among the luxury items cataloged, a gold Rolex stood out. It was hidden in a jacket pocket and only noticed after cleaning out the backseat. Security protocols were followed, but despite all the effort, the watch was never linked back to its passenger.

Fine China

As surprising as it may sound, someone actually did leave a full set of delicate plates and cups on the backseat. The driver noticed the faint clinking sound when taking a corner. It startled people how someone could transport such delicate tableware and then forget it entirely in a rideshare.

Boiled Eggs and a Candle

One morning pickup ended with an odd pairing: a bundle of peeled boiled eggs and a single taper candle. Weirdly, though, it was all without a container. The driver reported the items quickly.

Bucket of Feta Cheese

Among the year’s stranger edible finds was a large plastic bucket labeled for feta cheese. The lid was sealed tight, which hinted that it had just left a market. Its size alone made it memorable, and support eventually tagged it as never claimed.

Little Cactus

Soil scattered across the floor mats revealed a small potted cactus wedged beneath the seat. The plant was still healthy and thriving. The tiny survivor became part of the year’s long list of forgotten yet oddly resilient finds.

Unicycle

One passenger transported a unicycle, propped carefully against the door. By the time the driver circled back for another fare, it was still there. Riding away on one wheel may be hard, but forgetting one altogether seems even harder to explain.

Bouquet of 100 Red Roses

A massive bouquet filled an entire seat with the petals brushing against the door frame. The driver assumed it was for a celebration or proposal. The flowers were still fresh when reported. Unfortunately, no one ever sent instructions to recover them.

A Gallon of Grey Goose

An unopened gallon bottle of premium vodka rested upright near the seatbelt latch, heavy enough to need two hands. The driver processed it through standard protocol, expecting someone to call back. Weeks passed in silence.

Electric Skateboard

A foldable electric skateboard remained underfoot. Its owner likely relied on it for quick trips yet somehow forgot about it. Uber’s team stored it securely, but the large and valuable item stayed on the list instead of returning to the owner.

Dog Noise Canceling Earmuffs

A padded set of earmuffs designed for pets surfaced after a weekend trip. They looked barely used and likely belonged to a careful owner. However, that assumption soon changed when the passenger never contacted support.

Ticket to the Atlanta Falcons

A dated paper ticket valid for a major game peeked out from between the cushions. The driver wondered if the passenger had managed to enter the stadium without it. Retrieval efforts led nowhere, and the unused ticket remained a footnote.

Stuffed Alien Toy

Faded fabric and worn stitching gave away that this green alien doll had been well-loved. It was placed between the back cushions and remained unnoticed until cleanup. But despite all the love it had received, the toy remained with the support.

Cornish Hens

After an evening ride, a package of raw Cornish hens wrapped in a store bag was left. The driver noticed quickly because of the bag's weight and chill. It was reported promptly, but the passenger never called back.

Platinum vodka

A sealed platinum‑label vodka bottle sat upright in the backseat of an Uber ride. Its packaging suggested it had been bought for an occasion, yet no rider inquired. Another beverage that never made it home was a bottle of platinum‑label vodka.

DSi Handheld Console

An older DSi console rested in the pocket of a seat, its surface showing faint scratches from years of use. The driver assumed a rider would claim it quickly, yet none did. Probably someone used this as a reason to upgrade!

Black Lightsaber

A toy saber with a dark handle and glowing red blade lay on the car's floor when it captured the driver’s eye. Curious, the driver pressed the button once before filing the report. The saber never saw its owner again and was instead stacked in the sci-fi prop catalogue.

A Signed Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra Photo

An autographed picture of two legendary performers was left in a folder. It was a collectible that was hard to forget. Plus, its condition suggested someone prized it. Despite that, recovery efforts led support nowhere.

Supreme Headband

Among luxury accessories, a branded headband was found neatly folded, with the label intact. Due to their value, such items are claimed almost instantly, but this one wasn’t. No one filed a retrieval request, and it found its forever home with Uber support.

Five Jars of Pickles

The driver couldn’t help but notice a tote bag was left behind after a ride, when the glass jars clinked. Inside were five full jars of pickles, still sealed. They seemed fresh from a grocery run. The jars further added to the tangy twist to the year’s already eclectic list of finds.