Check for recalls and warranty before you pay

Look up recalls

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Open safety recalls are repaired free at a dealer for that brand.

Ask about warranty coverage

• Factory (new-car) warranties and powertrain warranties
• Emissions warranties, which can cover some emissions parts longer
• Extended warranties or service contracts you bought
• The warranty on a previous repair, if the same problem came back

When you send a ShopCheck request, mention any possible recall or warranty coverage so shops can flag it.