Georgia Clean Air Force: Consumer Protection

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Consumer Protection

In order to ensure a fair and convenient program for metro Atlanta motorists, Georgia's Clean Air Force (GCAF) oversees a consumer protection program. The program exists to ensure your rights are protected with used vehicle sales, emission testing, and repairs.

The program includes a quarterly repair effectiveness program called RepairWatch to assist motorists with emission-related repairs. The RepairWatch quarterly report, the Public Report, includes a list of reputable repair facilities in metro Atlanta. Click here to sign-up for the quarterly e-newsletter, RepairWatch E-News.

The GCAF Web Site provides many details to help with your emissions test, including:

Emission testing information
Resources for program questions
Motorists' Rights and Tips for Vehicle Emission Inspections
What to Do Before You Buy information for used vehicle sales and complaint system for non-compliant sales
List of certified repair technicians
List of recalls, technical service bulletins (TSBs), warranties, and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for repair assistance.

Please note: Georgia emission testing stations and repair facilities are independently owned and operated. With regard to refunds, motorists must handle disputes by contacting the station or repair facility owner or manager directly for assistance or file a complaint with the Better Business Bureau or the Governor's Office of Consumer Affairs. To file a complaint against an individual or dealership for failing to have a passing VIR at the time of sale complete the Used Vehicle Sale Complaint Form.