https://www.change.org/p/u-haul-uhaul-should-review-their-policy-so-that-2007-and-newer-jeep-wrangler-soft-top-2dr-and-4dr-can-tow-trailers
Uhaul should review their policy so that 2007 and newer Jeep Wrangler SOFT TOP (2dr and 4dr) can tow trailers
Currently Uhaul will not allow Jeep Wranglers (2dr and 4dr) with soft tops to tow any trailer, this is a policy that needs updated. For instance, related to Jeeps, they are designed to tow and have trailer stability control and more safety features. However, Uhaul has a policy preventing such rentals. Their official position is because of the soft top, which should not apply to Jeeps due to the roll cage. It should continue to apply to other convertible cars that lack this safety feature.
Uhaul policy:
U-Haul: Tips: Trailer User Instructions
* No open or soft-top sport utility vehicle is allowed to tow a trailer, because in the event of a crash, these vehicles offer less collision and ejection protection.
Here is information related to the Jeep's towing ability:
Jeep 2007-Present:
2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - 4x4 Capability Features
Wrangler Unlimited offers you the ability to tow up to an astonishing 3,500 pounds. Plus, Trailer Sway Control (TSC)+ is an available safety and security feature packaged in the Trailer Tow Class III Group that does not require driver input and automatically kicks in whenever it senses you need it.
Wrangler Unlimited offers you the ability to tow up to an astonishing 3,500 pounds. Plus, Trailer Sway Control (TSC)+ is an available safety and security feature packaged in the Trailer Tow Class III Group that does not require driver input and automatically kicks in whenever it senses you need it.
We are only seeking that Uhaul officially review the practicality behind their decision and if they can prove that there is still a valid reason for keeping the policy to state their position. If there is no evidence to the contrary, Uhaul should allow Jeep Wranglers to tow based on the manufacturer's rating for the vehicle.
Currently if you own, for example, a 4 door Honda Accord 4cyl car you can tow a 6x12 trailer. This trailer is 3.95ft longer than the length of the Honda Accord and the Honda has no towing stability control or features that makes it tow worthy. Yet a Jeep that can tow 3,500 lb and has built in safety features is denied even the ability to tow a much smaller trailer.
Uhaul should review their policy because it is outdated. It shouldn't be illegal to rent a trailer when the manufacturer rates the vehicle with and without a hard top for the same ability.
Ultimately the Jeep is just as safe from 'ejection' with or without a hard top, you won't get ejected if you have a seat belt on. If you lack that no matter a hard top or not you will eject through windshield, window, or roof. In that case Uhaul should rent to no one if that is their primary concern.