What step is necessary before selling a vehicle that is subject to a recall?

Before selling a vehicle that is subject to a recall, it is essential to disclose any unperformed manufacturer's recalls in writing to potential buyers. This requirement is in place to ensure that buyers are fully informed about the vehicle's condition and any safety issues that may need to be addressed. By providing this information, sellers demonstrate transparency and help protect consumers from purchasing a vehicle that could pose safety risks due to unresolved recalls.

While notifying the DMV and fixing the recall issue before selling may seem like reasonable steps, they do not encompass the critical aspect of informing the buyer directly. Similarly, offering a discount for the recall notice does not fulfill the legal or ethical obligation to disclose recall information, as the issue at hand is primarily about informing the consumer rather than adjusting the price. Hence, the most responsible and compliant action is to disclose any outstanding recalls in writing.