Strangest Items Lost in Ubers

Uber recently released a "Lost and Found" index – Here's a list of the strangest items lost in Ubers.

We've all been there. You get an Uber, only to end up leaving your phone in the back seat, and you experience a moment of pure panic. Don't fret! This list of the strangest items left in Ubers will make you feel much better about forgetting your phone. At least you didn't leave behind a vacuum!

This list grants you a snapshot of Uber riders' most commonly forgotten items, as well as highlighting which cities are most prone to forgetfulness and the days of the week Uber riders seem to leave their belongings behind.

10 Common Items Left in Ubers

Phone
Ring
Keys
Wallet
Glasses
Purse
License/ID
Gloves
Charger
Sunglasses

That list seems relatively normal, right? Everyone has lost at least one of those items before. We're all guilty of it; it happens to the best of us! However, it's probably a safe bet that the following list of items forgotten in Ubers is certainly unique. We're only sharing with you half of the list, but you can view the entire list on Uber's website.

25 Unique Items Left in Ubers

Valuable Nordic walking poles
Lobster
Sweet potato care package
Chair
Smoke machine
Hard drive
Bulletproof vest
Meat packet
Back massage device
Mustard
Elf cut-out
Expensive slipper
Harry Potter glasses
Cape
Nintendo
Contact lenses
Taser
Vacuum
Violin
Stroller
Laser
Wedding outfit
Corn hole boards
Valium
Money bag

Why someone would bring an Elf cut-out or a lobster with them in an Uber, we don't know. We're just as confused, yet intrigued, as you are. Would definitely be interested in hearing the story behind the Nordic walking poles!

Most "Forgetful" North American Cities

Los Angeles
New York City
San Francisco
Chicago
Miami
Washington D.C.
Atlanta
Boston
Toronto
Dallas

Notice how many Colorado cities are on that list! ZERO. Way to remember your stuff, Colorado!

Most Common Days Items are Reported as Lost

Sunday – Wedding dresses
Saturday – Skateboards
Friday – Swimsuits
Monday – Lost notebooks
Thursday – Suitcases
Tuesday – Briefcases
Wednesday – Plane tickets

Most Forgetful Days in 2016

October 30
December 11
December 8
December 4
November 20

If you're one those individuals who has lost something in an Uber, check out the following video that describes the necessary but simple steps you can take the next time you leave an item behind. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYGxBmoNODc What's the strangest item you've ever lost in an Uber? Share your stories with us in the comments! Featured photo courtesy of BGR.