Abandoned Vehicle Process

The following must be completed before beginning the abandoned vehicle process:

The vehicle has been abandoned on your property for more than 10 days and has not been left under a written contract for storage and that has not, during that period, been removed by the person leaving it as abandoned.

• Fill out an Abandoned Vehicle Application. (form number 46-4402)
• The inspection can be completed by the Motor Vehicle Division, contacting an approved Authorized Third Party to arrange for an inspection or by a Law Enforcement Officer.
• The documents must be completed as instructed and mailed with a $10 processing fee.
• The process averages 60 days to complete but that is affected by the number and accuracy of reports received. 
• Once the process has been finalized and no person has presented proof of ownership and financial responsibility for the release or return of the vehicle, the Authorization for Transfer of Ownership will be mailed to your address on file with MVD. In addition, the document will be stored in your AZ MVD Now account under Documents. If you have not activated your account, do so at AZMVDNow.gov. 

Private Individuals: If the vehicle is no longer in your possession and has been released to the rightful owner, a Reclaimed Vehicle Notice must be submitted within 24 hours. (Form number 96-0527)