Why do auto repair shops report to CARFAX?

Some shops say they report to CARFAX as a service to customers, because if you try to sell your vehicle, someone can see regular maintenance. In fact, most dealer service shops have a system set up for CARFAX to get the data, and it’s not optional.

Does body shop work show up on CARFAX?

If the accident has not been reported to a source to which Carfax does not have access, it will not show up on a Carfax. In fact, most auto body shops and Paintless Dent Repair shops will not report any records to Carfax. If they do, the repairs are often documented as “Vehicle serviced.”

How does CARFAX get maintenance records?

CARFAX® receives data from more than 112,000 different sources including every U.S. and Canadian provincial motor vehicle agency plus many police and fire departments, collision repair facilities, auto auctions, and more.

Do fender benders go on CARFAX?

That fender-bender won’t show up on a Carfax Vehicle History Report because there is no official record. Used-car appraisers have well-trained eyes that can spot signs of an accident without putting a vehicle on a lift, and car shoppers can use the same techniques the experts use: Inspect the paint.

Do all auto mechanics report to Carfax?

As mentioned earlier, auto body shops—primarily collision repair centers—can report to CARFAX. Not every auto body shop is going to opt into contacting CARFAX to update information about your vehicle. If you are uncertain, you can ask.

Do body shops report to Carfax Reddit?

Most shops will report stuff, and it something hits insurance it will almost (not always) hit the CarFax.

What accidents get reported to Carfax?

CARFAX gets information from various motor vehicle bureaus across the U.S. and Canada, insurance companies, auto auctions, repair and service facilities, rental companies, state inspection stations, fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and vehicle manufacturers. But that’s not every single source of information.

Who provides information to Carfax?

CARFAX gets information from various motor vehicle bureaus across the U.S. and Canada, insurance companies, auto auctions, repair and service facilities, rental companies, state inspection stations, fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and vehicle manufacturers.

How can I get a free car history report?

Ways to Get a Free Carfax Report

1. Shop at the Carfax used car listing site where every car listed comes with a free vehicle history.
2. Visit online car listing sites like Cars.com and AutoTrader which may offer free Carfax for some used cars.
3. Visit the dealer’s website and look for links to Carfax histories.