South Dakota has seen the introduction of a bill that would institute certification provisions concerning the use of replacement auto parts after a vehicle has been involved in an accident. According to the Automotive Service Association, the organization opposes state certification bills of this kind and believes that owners should have notice and consent in writing regarding the use of replacement crash parts in the repair of their vehicles.
South Dakota Senate Bill 103 was introduced in January 2008 by state senator Nancy Turbak. The bill was moved to the House Commerce Committee, where it was tabled at a hearing in February. The bill states: “For the purposes of this Act, the term 'replacement crash parts' means sheet metal or plastic parts that generally constitute the exterior of a motor vehicle, including inner and outer panels.” More importantly, section three of the bill states that if an insured purchases a new vehicle and the date of loss is within 12 months of the purchase, no insurer should require the use of non-OEM parts in the repair.
The entire bill may be read at www.takingthehill.com.
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