9875. As used in this chapter, the following definitions shall apply: (a) “Insurer” includes an insurance company and any person authorized to represent the insurer with respect to a claim. (b) “Aftermarket crash part” means a replacement for any of the nonmechanical sheet metal or plastic parts which generally constitute the exterior of a motor vehicle, including […]
9875.1. No insurer shall require the use of nonoriginal equipment manufacturer aftermarket crash parts in the repair of an insured’s motor vehicle, unless the consumer is advised in a written estimate of the use of nonoriginal equipment manufacturer aftermarket crash parts before repairs are made. In all instances where nonoriginal equipment manufacturer aftermarket crash parts […]
9875.2. Any violation of this chapter shall be enforced by the penalties provided in Section 790.06 of the Insurance Code. (Added by Stats. 1989, Ch. 817, Sec. 2.)
