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How to Cancel a AAA Membership (and Why You Might Want to Reconsider)

Jen Miranda
Jen Miranda 5 Min Read
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It’s normal to take a closer look at your expenses and reconsider services that may not seem immediately useful. In fact, many people who cancel their AAA Membership don’t realize just how much value they’re missing out on from benefits they rarely think about—like trip interruption insurance, identity theft monitoring or even DMV services that save time and stress.

At AAA, we understand that priorities shift, and we’re constantly working to enhance the protections, savings and everyday conveniences we offer our members. If you’re thinking about canceling your membership, we respect your decision—but before you go, let us help you uncover benefits you may not have used yet. You might be surprised at the value that’s already available to you. Or, if you’re sure it’s time to move on, we’re here to walk you through that, too—no pressure.

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Here’s how to maximize your AAA benefits

Issue

“I have roadside assistance through another provider (insurance company, auto manufacturer)”.

Solution

If your car insurance or vehicle’s manufacturer’s warranty comes with roadside assistance, that’s a good and useful thing! But keep in mind, you may sometimes be the passenger in a car with a friend, or rental car (coverage in taxis, limousines and other ride-sharing conveyances is excluded) that experiences a breakdown, flat tire, car lockout or road hazard. With AAA, you’re covered in any eligible vehicle, not just your own. This means that you can use your AAA Membership for roadside assistance even if you’re in someone else’s car. 

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Issue

“I don’t drive anymore.”

Solution

AAA Membership goes far beyond roadside assistance and car care, giving members more than 80,000 ways to save on home services, food delivery, travel, shopping, dining, entertainment, phone plans and personal services like eyeglasses and pet insurance. The average AAA Member saves up to $200 each year with discounts and rewards alone! What’s more, your AAA Membership covers you as a cyclist. So, if you ride a bike and it breaks down, AAA will pick you up and take you and your bike to wherever you need to go (the distance covered depends on your membership level).

Stay protected online with the free member benefit: ProtectMyID to give you peace of mind while you’re surfing or shopping on the web. Plus, AAA offers Career Assistance Services, so whether you’re in between jobs, considering a change or looking for a side hussle, you can find resources to help you during your next step on the career ladder.

Issue

“I don’t need AAA now, but if I do, I’ll just rejoin.”

Solution

Renewing AAA Membership is often more affordable than rejoining when you need service. That’s because roadside assistance that’s requested on the same calendar day you join is subject to a same-day service fee. This also applies to former members who renew beyond their grace period *renew after the membership expires. 

Issue

“I use other travel discounts.”

Solution

There’s no doubt that travel discount programs have grown exponentially in recent years, with some making it easy to book and save on trips. But what protections do you have under those programs, and are the discounts as good as those you’d receive with Preferred AAA Travel Partners? With your AAA Membership, you get more than just great discounts, you get expert travel planning from knowledgeable agents, access to AAA Travel Insurance, member-exclusive passport services, and quick assistance obtaining International Driving Permits.

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How to cancel your 24/7 AAA Roadside Assistance and 80,000+ benefits and discounts

If you’ve decided you no longer need AAA’s 24/7 Roadside Assistance and thousands of exclusive member benefits, we’re here to help make the process as simple as possible. To cancel your membership, you may use any of the following methods:

  • Cancel by phone – Help line numbers vary across the country. Visit our Contact Us page to get directed to the right number for your area.
  • Cancel in person – You may cancel your AAA Membership in person by visiting your local AAA branch office

Have you considered downgrading your membership plan?

If you’re looking to save a little money but don’t need all the benefits of your current AAA Membership plan, consider downgrading to a lower-level plan instead of leaving. The AAA Basic/Classic Membership provides roadside assistance, access to 80,000+ discounts, travel planning, car maintenance benefits and more for a little less than $7 per month. Your benefits include:

  • AAA’s legendary roadside assistance
  • Towing
  • Battery service
  • Flat tire change
  • Free fuel delivery (cost of fuel not included)
  • Vehicle locksmith service
  • Pulling a car out of a ditch
  • Exclusive auto repair discounts
  • Travel discounts
  • Exclusive member savings on retail, dining and entertainment
  • Free identity theft protection
  • And more

AAA Everyday is another lower-level membership plan that’s available in select states, and for less than $2 per month you get the same online deals, cash back offers and travel perks as Classic Members but without the additional fees tied to road service. What’s more, it’s fast and easy to modify your plan online or by phone by calling the number on the back of your membership card. 

AAA Membership

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Find out about all the benefits and discounts available to AAA Members. AAA can help on insurance, travel, car care and more!

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Offer valid through 9/02/2025. Offer valid for Classic/Basic Memberships only. Pricing valid at member join only. Offer excludes Motorcycle coverage. Payment of full AAA Membership dues is required upon renewal. Offers, terms, conditions and restrictions apply and are subject to change without notice. Not combinable with any other offer. Offer not valid in FL, GA, MI or PR. A member can add one eligible family member for free for up to one year. Additional Associates are half price. Associate memberships are available to the Primary member’s spouse, one other adult living in the household, and their children living at the same residence or away at school. Associate members must have the same type of membership as their Primary member, with the exception of Motorcycle. Associate membership expires on the renewal date of Primary member.

Upon activation and with proper identification, AAA will provide regular AAA services and full privileges for the new member. Roadside benefits begin three days after payment of dues. Some restrictions apply. Roadside assistance is provided by independent facilities contracted by AAA. Coverage in taxis, limousines and other ride-sharing conveyances is excluded. Visit AAA.com/MemberHandbook for details about member benefits, including any limitations or restrictions. Offers, terms, conditions and policies are subject to change without notice. Savings partners subject to change. Source: 2023 AAA U.S. Market Track national surveys. Includes service vehicles owned by clubs and service vehicles owned by third parties under contract with AAA to provide services to AAA members. Taxes, fees & options excluded. Terms apply. Partners and offers are subject to change and restrictions apply. For a complete list of offers, visit us online at AAA.com/Save or your local AAA office.