Md. Code Regs. 11.15.34.02

Current through Register Vol. 52, No. 1, January 10, 2025

Section 11.15.34.02 - Cosmetic Damage

A. Cosmetic damage repairs are repairs done solely for the sake of appearance that are decorative or ornamental, superficial, nonsubstantive, and if left unrepaired, would not impact the vehicle's functionality, or render the vehicle unsafe or unable to operate on public roadways. Cosmetic damage shall not include any repair required to enable a vehicle to pass a safety inspection under COMAR 11.14.

B. Cosmetic damage repairs are those required solely for:

(1) Vehicle refinishing labor and materials;

(2) External trim molding and fascia;

(3) Molded, non-metal bumper covers;

(4) Grilles;

(5) Entertainment systems;

(6) Audiovisual, telephone, and mapping equipment;

(7) Emblems, stripes, and decals;

(8) Hubcaps and wheel covers;

(9) Interior carpet;

(10) Upholstery, excluding driver seat; and

(11) Interior door trim panels.

C. Except as set forth in §B(1) of this regulation, the cost for cosmetic damage repairs shall only include the cost of parts and materials and may not include the cost of labor.

D. The cost for cosmetic damage repair may not be included in the cost to repair the vehicle when determining the calculation for a salvage vehicle, as set forth in Transportation Article, § 13-506(c)(4), Annotated Code of Maryland.

E. For purposes of determining the calculation for a salvage vehicle, any tax on the parts or labor may not be included.

F. For purposes of determining the calculation for a salvage vehicle, fair market value is the valuation shown in a national publication of used car values or from a computerized database that produces statistically valid fair market values and does not include costs for titling, registration, and applicable taxes.

Md. Code Regs. 11.15.34.02

Regulations .02 adopted as an emergency provision effective October 1, 2010 (37:21 Md. R. 1435); adopted permanently effective December 27, 2010 (37:26 Md. R. 1788)