§ 14-2302. Information to be given owner

   (a) List of parts. -- Before beginning repair work on crash parts, a body shop shall:

   (1) Provide a list to the vehicle owner of the replacement crash parts that the body shop intends to use in making repairs; and

   (2) Specify whether the replacement parts are genuine crash parts.

(b) Aftermarket crash parts statement. -- If the replacement crash parts to be used by the body shop in the repair work are aftermarket crash parts, the body shop shall include with its estimate the following written statement: "This estimate has been prepared based on the use of aftermarket crash parts that are not manufactured by the original manufacturer of the vehicle or by a manufacturer authorized by the original manufacturer to use its name or trademark. The use of certain aftermarket crash parts may modify the original manufacturer's warranty on the crash parts being replaced. Upon request of the customer, the body shop shall provide, if available, a copy of any warranty for an aftermarket crash part used."

(c) Conspicuousness of statements. -- The notices and statements required under this section shall be made in writing in a clear and conspicuous manner in 10 point capital type.

(d) Construction of section. -- This section may not be construed to replace or alter any provisions of law under Subtitle 10 of this title.

HISTORY: 1988, ch. 775; 2013, ch. 43, § 5.