New rules announced for auto sales in Pennsylvania

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WKBN) — A new rule took effect in August for auto sales in Pennsylvania.

Attorney General Michelle Henry announced Friday that an amendment to the Pennsylvania Automotive Industry Trade Practices regulations went into effect on Aug. 19.

The new rule says that dealers will be required to inspect a vehicle for unsafe conditions within 30 days of when it enters their inventory. After that vehicle accumulates 500 or more miles on the dealer lot, it has to be inspected again before it’s sold.

If a dealer finds any of the unsafe conditions listed in the amendment, such as a flood-damaged vehicle or a vehicle with a bent frame, they will be required to disclose them in writing prior to sale. This written disclosure is required even if the motor vehicle is being sold “As Is.”

Dealers were sent a bulletin last month about the change.

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