What must a dealer do to ensure compliance with safety standards?

To ensure compliance with safety standards, it is essential for a dealer to regularly inspect vehicles and address any safety recalls. This approach is crucial because safety standards are not only about maintaining the appearance and functionality of vehicles at the time of sale but also about ensuring that any inherent safety issues are resolved proactively.

Regular inspections allow dealers to identify and remediate potential hazards before they can lead to accidents or injuries. Additionally, addressing safety recalls is a legal requirement; manufacturers issue recalls when a safety defect is discovered, and dealers must ensure these vehicles are repaired. By actively managing inspections and recalls, a dealer helps maintain a responsible business practice that prioritizes consumer safety and complies with federal and state regulations regarding vehicle safety.

Other options, such as only checking vehicles upon sale or limiting sales to new vehicles, do not meet the ongoing requirements for safety compliance. Obtaining customer feedback on vehicle safety can provide valuable insights, but it is not a substitute for direct inspection and resolution of safety issues.