Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS): Federal regulations establishing safety performance requirements for motor vehicles and motor vehicle equipment in the United States
Truth in Mileage Act (TIMA): Federal law requiring accurate disclosure of a vehicle's odometer reading during ownership transfer
FTC Used Car Rule: Federal regulation requiring dealers to display a Buyers Guide with specific information about the vehicle and warranties
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing consumer product warranties, requiring clear disclosure of warranty terms and conditions
State Vehicle Sales Laws: State-specific regulations governing vehicle sales, transfer of ownership, and dealer requirements
State Lemon Laws: State-specific consumer protection laws providing remedies for defective vehicles that cannot be repaired after reasonable attempts
State Consumer Protection Acts: State laws protecting consumers from fraudulent, deceptive, or unfair business practices in vehicle sales
State Vehicle Registration Requirements: State-specific rules for registering vehicles and transferring registration between owners
State Title Transfer Laws: State requirements for properly transferring vehicle titles between sellers and buyers
Uniform Commercial Code Article 2: State-adopted uniform law governing sales of goods, including vehicles, covering contract formation, warranties, and remedies
EPA Emissions Standards: Federal environmental regulations setting emission requirements for vehicles
Truth in Lending Act: Federal law requiring disclosure of credit terms and costs in vehicle financing arrangements
Odometer Disclosure Requirements: Federal and state requirements for accurate disclosure of vehicle mileage during sale
State Sales Tax Requirements: State-specific rules regarding calculation, collection, and payment of sales tax on vehicle purchases
