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NHADA recently has been alerted by the NH State Police of an alarming and serious trend occurring with vehicle inspections.
The practice of using another vehicle as a clone for the purpose of passing the OBD II portion of a state inspection is illegal and carries serious consequences.
Sgt. Stephen Kace of the NH State Police states:
Each and every occurrence of this fraudulent activity, the frequency of which appears to be increasing to epidemic levels, is a separate criminal offense. Each time a safety inspection mechanic connects a vehicle to the NHost Unit (the portable On-Board Diagnostics II computer sanctioned by the state) other than the one receiving an official inspection, another offense is committed. Each offense is a misdemeanor. Upon conviction, a misdemeanor can result in potential time in jail and/or significant monetary fines. Furthermore, the station’s inspection license and individual mechanic’s inspection authorization hang in the balance. The state police take this matter very seriously.”
The NHost OBD II Units provided by Gordon-Darby for motor vehicle inspections can easily determine if one vehicle has been substituted for another. All official inspection activities are monitored by the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Improper activities are readily noticeable and are forwarded to the NH State Police by the DMV for investigation.
| NHADA advises that, under no circumstance in the inspection process, intentional or not, and customer convenience set aside, should another vehicle be substituted to replicate a passing OBD II inspection. We suggest that you double check the practices that take place at your shop to ensure compliance. |
NHADA works cooperatively with the NH State Police to achieve the highest level of compliance. If you have any questions contact Dan Bennett at 800-852-3372 or e-mail him at dbennett@nhada.com or contact Troop G of the NH State Police at 603-271-3339.
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