Because states are responsible for issuing a vehicle 's registration , Ditlow sees an opportunity for state governments to force compliance . Most recalls involve free fixes , but NHTSA says 25 percent of consumers do n't comply . Consumer watchdog group says there 's no process to ensure that auto owners comply . Insurers could use VINs to find drivers , states could refuse registration to force compliance . Comment:
Most recalls involve free fixes , but NHTSA says 25 percent of consumers do n't comply . Consumer watchdog group says there 's no process to ensure that auto owners comply . Insurers could use VINs to find drivers , states could refuse registration to force compliance . Comment: