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2003 Pontiac Vibe Eligible for Vehicle Retirement

I was wondering if my car (2003 Pontiac Vibe) will be eligible for the Vehicle Retirement program given that the check engine light is on.

I know that having the light on is an automatic smog test failure however there is a requirement that "Your vehicle must pass a visual and operational check." Could you please let me know?

Also if you could tell me how long the process takes for the retirement program (from the smog test to getting reimbursed) I'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you, I hope that you have a good day.

Answer:

A smog check inspection must be obtained in order to become eligible for the buy back program. If you are considered a low-income applicant, whether your Pontiac Vibe passes the smog test or fails it, will not make a difference. If you arento consider low-income, yoru Pontiac must fail the smog test. The check engine light being illuminated is an automatic smog check failure, but you'll need to actually have the smog test administered in order to prove the failure to the State. The process from start to finish usually takes 2-3 months, depending on the State's backlog. More info... California Vehicle Buy Back Program posted by SmogTips Support

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