Monday, April 14, 2014

How to Check If a Recalled Vehicle Got Fixed

When a manufacturer recall is issued for a particular vehicle, the manufacturer provides the parts and labor necessary for the repair free of charge. After this repair is made, the dealership logs the vehicle identification number and stores this information in a computerized database. This information is kept on file in order to keep track of which vehicles have been repaired. In order to obtain this information, the VIN is needed.

Instructions

    1

    Locate and record the VIN for the vehicle in question. The VIN is displayed underneath the windshield on a small plaque in the lower-left (drivers side) corner.

    2

    Contact a new car dealership in your area by telephone that sells that particular make and model of vehicle. Ask to speak to a service adviser in the service department.

    3

    Tell the service adviser that you are looking for recall information on a particular vehicle. Read them the VIN when prompted. They will look up the repair information in their computer system and notify you if the vehicle has been repaired according to the recall repair instructions.

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