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Consumer Assistance Program 10235 Systems Parkway, Suite D Sacramento, CA 95827 Toll Free 866.272.9642
The Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) is no longer accepting applications.
Consumers wishing to repair or retire a vehicle through CAP should apply on, or after July 1, 2012.
The Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) is administered by the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) and is designed to help improve California's air quality. Through CAP, a consumer can retire a qualified vehicle at any time and for any reason. In addition, CAP provides qualified consumers who own a vehicle that cannot pass its biennial (every other year) Smog Check inspection up to $500 in financial assistance toward emissions-related repairs.
- CAP Frequently Asked Questions
- CAP Consumer Application
- Repair Assistance Frequently Asked Questions
- Vehicle Retirement Frequently Asked Questions
- Gold Shield Station List
- Dismantler List
- BAR Field Office List



