How to Cancel Your SafeAuto Car Insurance Policy in 6 Easy Steps (2023)

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Ready to cancel your SafeAuto Insurance? Here’s how. And just so you have the bad news up front: there’s a $25 cancellation fee. But if you’re motivated to cancel your coverage ASAP, it’s probably worth it.

Before you cancel your SafeAuto insurance policy, get your new insurance ready to go. It can take hours to find all the insurance companies in your area and ask them for quotes on separate websites. So make sure you take advantage of Insurify’s free, highly rated car insurance quote comparison tool to get a personalized list of policies to click and buy in mere minutes.

Quick Facts
  • SafeAuto charges a $25 cancellation fee.

  • Cancel your auto insurance by calling 1 (800) SAFEAUTO or sending them a letter.

  • Before you cancel, compare quotes to find your new policy.

SafeAuto Cancellation Policy

How do you cancel car insurance with SafeAuto?

To cancel an auto insurance policy with SafeAuto, you will have to call 1 (800) SAFEAUTO and speak with an agent. Note that you may have to pay a cancellation fee if you choose to cancel before your renewal date.

SafeAuto doesn’t make it as easy as other car insurance companies to cancel your auto insurance policy, but you won’t be put through the wringer. First, look up your renewal date; if it’s not too long to wait, you can avoid a $25 cancellation fee, and your cancellation will be as simple as a phone call.

If you want to end your policy early, call 1 (800) SAFEAUTO to get things sorted out. You may have to write a letter to SafeAuto to cancel, and SafeAuto might charge you a $25 cancellation fee. If you’re canceling your policy particularly early, you might pay additional penalties. But generally, you’ll be refunded for your unused policy term.

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Step 1: Look Up the Renewal Date

Go to SafeAuto’s mobile app, access your online account on the SafeAuto website (safeauto.com), or call SafeAuto’s customer service number to find out the renewal date on your current policy. If you’re looking to cancel your insurance policy and the renewal date isn’t too far off, it might be best to wait until you reach your renewal date to cancel.

Note this date along with your policy number and the date you want to cancel your insurance coverage for the remainder of the process.

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Step 2: Compare Car Insurance Quotes

Canceling a policy and moving to a new insurance company is normal and a good thing to do. But there’s one important way that it can go wrong: if you mix up the dates and find yourself without insurance for even a day, you’ll get dinged for a gap in coverage, and this can jack up your premiums.

So start shopping for your new car insurance policy before you cancel your old one. And for that, Insurify is the best companion you can hope for. It scours the auto insurance industry for the best quotes, personalized to you. It’s the best car insurance comparison website out there, and it’s free.

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SafeAuto Quotes vs. Competitors

Insurance CompanyAverage Monthly Quote
SafeAuto$102
State Farm$50
GEICO$52
Allstate$62
Liberty Mutual$216
Farmers$140
USAA$149
Nationwide$97
The General$197
Metromile$93
Costco$84
Wawanesa$66
Erie$52
Esurance$114
AssuranceAmerica$225
American National$117
Good2Go$86
Hallmark$151
West Bend$43
Commonwealth Casualty$228
Infinity$272
Mercury$114
Clearcover$172
AARP$112
AAA$118
Safeco$173
Elephant$148
Dairyland$209
National General$139
NJM$64
Travelers$81
Safeway$106
Auto Owners$60
The Hartford$112
Alfa$112
COUNTRY Financial$54
Grange$103
The Hanover$248
Shelter$88
Westfield$55
Bristol West$231
Root$82
Noblr$171
Amigo USA$77
Kemper$280
Freedom National$216
Safety$104
Amica$105
MilewiseCost determined by miles driven per month
FreewayVaries based on the company a driver is matched with
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.

Step 3: Think about Why You’re Leaving SafeAuto

Before you buy a new insurance policy, it’s helpful to reflect on why you’re looking for a new car insurance company. Our review of SafeAuto Insurance company found that SafeAuto policyholders tend to complain about customer service, and that might be you. Perhaps you had a negative experience with the claims process or roadside assistance.

Lots of drivers pick up a SafeAuto policy because they have a DUI or another ding on their driving record that makes them a high-risk driver. If a major violation just got wiped from your driving history, a lot more car insurance companies will offer lower premiums. An improved credit score will help, too, and SafeAuto customers with bad credit tend to be charged for it.

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Step 4: Secure a New Policy

On to new horizons! Remember what you’re looking for in your new insurance provider. It could be great insurance agents, super-low premiums, insurance discounts for students (or seniors), quality roadside assistance and towing, or bundling with home insurance, renters insurance, life insurance, or some other insurance product. But where to start looking?

Don’t do your car insurance comparisons by yourself. It’s too time-consuming, and the usual suspects—GEICO, Allstate, Progressive, State Farm—might not be your best option. Insurify’s car insurance quote comparison tool will help you find that needle in the haystack: the perfect insurance policy for your needs and budget.

Step 5: Cancel Your SafeAuto Policy

With your new policy signed and dated, you’re ready to cancel your SafeAuto insurance policy. Just check your dates carefully, and make sure you have continuous car insurance coverage. A gap of even one day could hurt you badly. Call 1 (800) SAFEAUTO to learn about the details of your cancellation process. You may need to write a letter and pay a $25 cancellation fee.

If you’re doing these steps a bit out of order, it’s never too late to save money on your new insurance. Insurify will help you look at quotes on car insurance personalized to you. You can toggle between full coverage and liability insurance and change your bodily injury limits and deductibles with updated insurance rates. It’s the best car insurance comparison out there.

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Step 6: Follow Up on Your Refund

As you cancel your insurance policy, make careful note of when to expect your refund. If your insurance agent isn’t specific about when you’ll get it and the payment options available, call back and find out. Even if you’re charged a short-rate penalty or cancellation fee, you’ll probably still have a refund due.

According to SafeAuto’s FAQ section online, normally, the payment method you used to pay your bills will be the same method SafeAuto Insurance uses to provide your refund. If you’re penalized for nonpayment, budget for that to be subtracted from your refund.

Canceling Your SafeAuto Policy

It’s a relief to cancel an auto insurance policy that wasn’t working and get started on something new. If you’re still looking for that perfect insurance company, make sure you’ve tried Insurify’s car insurance comparison tool, the best on the web. You’ll save money on your premiums and a lot of time you’d usually spend looking for quotes by yourself. Don’t miss out!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I cancel a SafeAuto insurance policy?

    To cancel your SafeAuto insurance policy, start by calling SafeAuto customer service. They’ll let you know your renewal date and go through your cancellation options. You might have to write a letter to cancel your auto insurance policy. If you’re canceling months before your current policy expires, you might be charged a short-rate penalty or cancellation fee.

  • Can I cancel my SafeAuto insurance policy at any time?

    You can cancel your policy with SafeAuto insurance anytime you want, though if it’s early in your policy term, there’s a chance you’ll have to pay a fee. In the grand scheme of most insurance premiums, those fees aren’t likely to make a big difference. But to avoid them, simply wait until your renewal date to start your new policy.

  • Is there a cancellation fee for SafeAuto insurance?

    SafeAuto usually charges a cancellation fee, but you can call SafeAuto’s customer service line to see if it applies to you. They can probably help you find a date to avoid the fee.

  • Do I need new insurance before I cancel my current policy?

    You don’t need new insurance to cancel your policy—but we highly recommend it. Make sure you don’t go a day without car insurance coverage. It’ll be deemed a coverage lapse on your driving record, and you’ll be labeled a high-risk driver. This leads to very high premiums! That’s why it’s smart to secure new auto insurance and have your dates set before you cancel your policy.

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Insurify data scientists analyzed more than 90 million quotes served to car insurance applicants in Insurify’s proprietary database to calculate the premium averages displayed on this page. These premiums are real quotes that come directly from Insurify’s 50+ partner insurance companies in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Quote averages represent the median price for a quote across the given coverage level, driver subset, and geographic area.

Unless otherwise specified, quoted rates reflect the average cost for drivers between 20 and 70 years old with a clean driving record and average or better credit (a credit score of 600 or higher).

Liability-only premium averages correspond to policies with the following coverage limits:

  • Bodily injury limits between state-minimum rates and $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident
  • Property damage limits between $10,000 and $50,000
  • No additional coverage
Full-coverage premium averages correspond to the same bodily injury and property damage limits in addition to:
  • Comprehensive coverage with a $1,000 deductible
  • Collision coverage with a $1,000 deductible

Quotes for Allstate, Farmers, GEICO, State Farm, and USAA are estimates based on Quadrant Information Services’ database of auto insurance rates.

Charlie Mitchell
Charlie MitchellInsurance Writer

Charlie Mitchell is a journalist, researcher, and writer specializing in personal finance subjects. He holds a degree from Middlebury College. His work can be found in Vox, Mother Jones, The New Republic, and other publications. Charlie uses his expertise in home, renters, and auto insurance subjects to help inform people to make better financial decisions. Connect with Charlie on LinkedIn.

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Edited byOlivia OksenhornInsurance Writer
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Olivia OksenhornInsurance Writer

Olivia Oksenhorn is an insurance writer at Insurify. With a special focus in auto insurance and personal finance, Olivia works to help policyholders make informed decisions about their insurance. She received a bachelor's degree from the University of Colorado. Before starting at Insurify, she worked as a writer and in newsrooms and nonprofits across Colorado, including Aspen Public Radio and the Aspen Sojourner. You can connect with Olivia on LinkedIn.

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  • Ph.D. in Computational Biology

Konstantin has led data teams across multiple industries, including insurance, travel, and biology. He’s led Insurify’s engineering team for more than three years.