r/RealTesla

Hello!

I’ve been dealing with a recurring issue on Lyft that I’m trying to understand, and I’m wondering if anyone else has experienced something similar.

Over a long period of time (approaching 30 separate incidents), my account has been repeatedly flagged and suspended based on reports that I am under 18. This is completely false.

What’s concerning is the pattern: my account functions normally until I refuse Tesla rides. After that, I start getting flagged again. This has happened consistently enough that it no longer feels random.

This time, Lyft requires ID verification to restore access, even though the underlying reports are inaccurate.

I always specify in the driver note that I do not ride in Teslas. There have been times when I have been paired with a non-Tesla car that has a long wait and then I’ll check my phone and suddenly it’s been changed to a Tesla that is around the corner from my house.

Drivers of Teslas have even gotten aggressive with me for my stance.

There doesn’t appear to be any meaningful review process before action is taken.

At this point, the issue isn’t a single suspension—it’s the repeated reliance on unverified reports and the lack of correction after the problem has been raised multiple times.

I’m trying to figure out:

Has anyone else experienced repeated false safety flags?

Is there any way to prevent retaliatory reporting from drivers?

Has anyone successfully gotten Lyft to clear recurring flags like this?

Can I sue?

For full context, I have a foot injury and I rely on rides to be able to get around.

Would appreciate any insight,

Thanks in advance.