Do you have to get recalls fixed at a dealership?
Are Recall Repairs Free? Most of the time. Federal law requires all safety recall repairs to be provided free of charge on cars that are up to 15 years old. That’s counted from the time the car was sold to the first owner, rather than based on model year or the date of manufacture.
Can you trade in a car that has a recall on it?
It is true that some states prohibit licensed dealerships from selling cars with open recalls. So trading in your car with an open recall, a dealer may want to ensure the issue has been remedied first. If you did not follow the recall and get the issue fixed you absolutely should inform the dealer or potential buyer.
Do I have to go to the dealer for warranty?
You don’t have to use the dealer for repairs or maintenance to keep your warranty in effect. That said, the dealer or manufacturer can make you use select repair facilities if the work is done for free under the warranty. Using aftermarket or recycled parts won’t void your warranty.
What happens if you have an emissions recall in California?
For vehicles with open emission recalls, the California Department of Motor Vehicles will not renew or offer initial vehicle registration until the required repair (s) are performed, and only by an authorized dealer. Proof of Correction must be submitted to the DMV after the repair (s) are completed.
Who is in charge of issuing car recalls?
The federal agency that oversees vehicle recalls, NHTSA, routinely makes distinctions between different types of vehicle recalls. For the vast majority of recalls, the experts at NHTSA determine that affected vehicles are acceptable to drive while awaiting repairs.
What do I need to fix an emissions recall on my car?
After completing the repair procedure, your dealer will give you a Vehicle Emission Recall – Proof of Correction certificate (see sample above). If they do not, please ensure you ask for this specific document. It is also loosely known as an “Orange Certificate” because of its color. Note, a repair order or invoice will not suffice.
What to do if your dealer refuses to fix a recall?
So what can you do if your dealer declines a recall repair? Check with another dealer, which may be willing to work on a flood or salvage car. Contact the manufacturer.
For vehicles with open emission recalls, the California Department of Motor Vehicles will not renew or offer initial vehicle registration until the required repair (s) are performed, and only by an authorized dealer. Proof of Correction must be submitted to the DMV after the repair (s) are completed.
The federal agency that oversees vehicle recalls, NHTSA, routinely makes distinctions between different types of vehicle recalls. For the vast majority of recalls, the experts at NHTSA determine that affected vehicles are acceptable to drive while awaiting repairs.
After completing the repair procedure, your dealer will give you a Vehicle Emission Recall – Proof of Correction certificate (see sample above). If they do not, please ensure you ask for this specific document. It is also loosely known as an “Orange Certificate” because of its color. Note, a repair order or invoice will not suffice.
When does NHTSA issue a recall on a car?
A recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle, equipment, car seat, or tire creates an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet minimum safety standards. Most decisions to conduct a recall and remedy a safety defect are made voluntarily by manufacturers prior to any involvement by NHTSA.