CA DMV Form REG 488C. Application for Salvage Certificate or Nonrepairable Vehicle Certificate
Form REG 488C is completed by vehicle owners when they have retained a nonrepairable or salvage vehicle following a total loss settlement. The purpose of this form is to apply for a salvage or nonrepairable vehicle certificate. According to the law, vehicle owners are required to submit this application within ten (10) days of the settlement loss and surrender the license plates.