FTC’s pricing crackdown: 3 months since 97 warning letters shook the industry - CBT News
FTC sent 97 warning letters to auto dealers for deceptive pricing and advertising, signaling intensified enforcement of the CARS Rule and Truth in Lending Act.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Auto Dealer F&I Compliance space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. All auto dealers (franchise, independent, BHPH) and F&I managers should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately; FTC may issue fines or lawsuits without further warning.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Auto Dealer F&I Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
FTC is actively enforcing pricing transparency, targeting hidden fees, deceptive advertising, and add-on product disclosures.
Who it affects
All auto dealers (franchise, independent, BHPH) and F&I managers
What you must do
Review and revise all advertising, sales scripts, and F&I product disclosures to ensure clear, upfront pricing and no misleading claims.
Deadline
Immediately; FTC may issue fines or lawsuits without further warning.
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