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Vehicle Inspections

New York City

 

Once you have your TLC license, the vehicle you drive will need to be inspected periodically to meet TLC requirements. See below for the details.

You can upload your completed vehicle inspection form here.

TLC vehicle renewals (every 2 years)

1. Submit your renewal package

Vehicle owners must submit a $625 payment to the TLC through LARS, and email copies of their registration and insurance (FH1 and Certificate of Liability) to the TLC.

Before beginning the TLC license renewal process, please note that the TLC expects you to use a current and valid email address with the LARS system. If your email address has changed, the TLC requires you to update it with them.

TLC email address: renewvehmr@tlc.nyc.gov

2. Receive inspection appointment

Please head to any DMV regulated inspection station and they should update your inspection sticker after you complete the inspection.

Passed Inspection forms from other rideshare companies may also be accepted.

3. Attend your inspection appointment

Once the vehicle passes the inspection, the FHV permit should be renewed and active (there is no need to visit a Greenlight Hub).

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes, drivers are required to have a vehicle inspection completed by a licensed mechanic before being approved to drive.

  • You can get a vehicle inspection from any certified mechanic in your area, including those that may not be on the list below. You can find an inspection location by reviewing the locations listed in the map view or by going directly to the Driver app.

  • Inspections normally cost around $20-$40, depending on the facility. Uber does not cover the cost of vehicle inspections.

  • Most inspection centers will have a copy of the form, but you may want to bring a copy of the vehicle inspection form to your appointment just in case.

Inspection Renewals (every 4 months)

Vehicle owners (and drivers operating vehicles) are responsible for getting their vehicles inspected at least once every 4 months at the DMV inspection facility. This a New York state requirement, and you can complete these inspections on your own. This is not done at the TLC's inspection facility and Uber will not help set your appointment.

Please head to any DMV regulated inspection station and they should update your inspection sticker after you complete the inspection.

Failing to comply with inspection requirements may result in summonses, fines, or other penalties from the TLC. You are responsible for your own compliance with the TLC rules, and you are responsible for handling incidents resulting in violations of those rules.

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