When you sell your vehicle, who must you notify within 5 days?

When you sell your vehicle, it is essential to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) within 5 days to ensure that the transfer of ownership is officially recorded. This notification helps prevent any potential legal issues that might arise after the sale, such as liability for accidents or traffic violations committed by the new owner. By informing the DMV, you also protect yourself from being held responsible for issues that occur with the vehicle once it is sold.

The DMV requires this notification to update their records and maintain accurate ownership information, which is critical for managing vehicle registrations and titles. The other entities listed, while important for different reasons, do not have the same direct responsibility for recording the ownership transfer in the state’s official records.