Application Requirements for Vehicle Remanufacturer License
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Purpose
The purpose of this page is to assist the prospective remanufacturer by describing the requirements to obtain a vehicle remanufacturer license from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
What Is A Remanufacturer?
A "vehicle remanufacturer" is any person who produces a vehicle consisting of used or reconditioned parts subject to registration under the California Vehicle Code Section 507.8.
Background Investigation
A background investigation is conducted on all applicants. Failure to disclose convictions or providing incorrect information on the application may result in the refusal or denial of your license. The department may refuse to issue a license to any applicant who has been convicted of a crime or committed any act or engaged in any conduct involving moral turpitude which is substantially related to the qualifications or duties of the licensed activity. A conviction based on plea of nolo contendere is a conviction within the meaning of this section. CVC § 11703, 11703 (c), 11705 (a)(1) . Persons previously working under a license issued by DMV, which was revoked or suspended for cause may also be denied a license. In addition, the California Code of Regulations (CCR) and other sections of the California Vehicle Code provides guidelines used by the department in determining whether a license should be issued. CCR, Title 13, Chapter 1.
Requirements For A Vehicle Remanufacturer's License
Every applicant for a vehicle remanufacturer’s license must:
- File an application with the department.
- Pay all required fees.
- Provide surety bond verification ($25,000 bond executed). CVC § 11710(a) , 11710(b) , 11710.2 et seq
- Provide a list of enfranchised dealers. CVC § 11701 and 11710
Click on the following links for the fees, forms and additional information related to the Vehicle Remanufacturer License.
Vehicle Remanufacturer Handbook (PDF)
Vehicle Remanufacturer License application fees.
Vehicle Remanufacturer License application forms.
Vehicle Remanufacturer License renewal fees.
Fees to change an existing Vehicle Remanufacturer License.
Form(s) to change an existing Vehicle Remanufacturer License
Additional Items
The following items are also needed as part of the application package:
- Brochure or drawing of the manufactured product (include the name)
- Copy of 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number
- Listing of the major components that are used or rebuilt
- Provide the following documents if firm is incorporated
in a state other than California
- Articles of Incorporation
- Certification from incorporating state’s Secretary of State that the corporation is in good standing
- Photo of the manufacturing facility
"Place of Business" Inspection. After you have arranged an appointment with an Occupational Licensing Inspector he or she will:
- Inspect the place of business where the manufacturer conducts business
- Inspect all books and records pertinent to the business. CVC § 320 (a) , 1670 , and 1671
Note: Place of business inspection is within California only.