Uber has become a daily part of life for millions of Californians. From late-night rides in Los Angeles to quick commutes in San Francisco, rideshare services promise convenience and safety. But in 2025, Uber accidents are exploding across California, leaving passengers, drivers, and pedestrians facing serious injuries. These crashes raise tough questions about liability and highlight which cities are most at risk.

1. Los Angeles

As the largest rideshare market in the state, Los Angeles tops the list. In 2025, Uber-related crashes have spiked in Hollywood, Downtown LA, and Koreatown, where heavy nightlife traffic mixes with distracted driving. Rear-end collisions, sideswipes, and pedestrian accidents involving Ubers are reported daily.

2. San Diego

San Diego has become California’s capital for DUI crashes, and Uber was supposed to help reduce those risks. Instead, accidents involving Uber vehicles are rising in 2025, particularly in the Gaslamp Quarter and Pacific Beach. With tourists flocking to bars and beaches, Ubers are constantly on the road, and too many are ending in collisions.

3. San Francisco

San Francisco’s dense streets and endless stop-and-go traffic create dangerous conditions for Uber drivers. In 2025, Market Street, SoMa, and the Mission District rank as the most accident-prone areas. Pedestrian-involved crashes are especially common in crosswalk-heavy neighborhoods.

4. Sacramento

California’s capital is seeing its own surge in Uber accidents. Downtown Sacramento and the busy freeways leading into the city have reported rising crash numbers in 2025. Distracted driving and fatigue are major factors, as many Uber drivers push long hours to maximize income.

5. Fresno

Fresno might not be as large as LA or San Diego, but in 2025, it has reported a sharp rise in Uber-related accidents. Many involve inexperienced drivers unfamiliar with local streets, combined with high truck traffic along CA-99. Pedestrians and cyclists are often the most at risk.

Why Uber Accidents Are Increasing in 2025

Several factors explain the rise. Many drivers rely on GPS and spend more time looking at phones than watching the road. Long hours behind the wheel lead to fatigue and slower reactions. The growth of delivery services like Uber Eats also means more cars on the road under the Uber brand, further increasing risks.

The Human Impact

In March 2025, a San Diego tourist was hospitalized after an Uber driver ran a red light in Pacific Beach. In June, a San Francisco family was hit by an Uber driver making an illegal turn in SoMa, sending two children to the ER. These are not isolated incidents, they reflect a troubling pattern across California.

Who Is Liable After an Uber Crash?

Uber accidents are legally complex. Liability may fall on the driver, Uber’s corporate insurance, or even third parties, depending on when and how the crash occurred. In 2025, many cases involve disputes over whether the driver was logged into the app, which determines whether Uber’s $1 million insurance policy applies. Victims often need legal help to sort through these issues and secure fair compensation.

Conclusion

Uber accidents are exploding in 2025 across Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno. While rideshare services were meant to make travel safer, the reality is that victims are paying the price for distracted and overworked drivers. At Hillstone Law, we stand with Uber accident victims across California, fighting to hold drivers and corporations accountable. If you’ve been injured in an Uber crash, our team is ready 24/7 to protect your rights.