Duplicate & Replacement Title Services in San Diego, CA
Lost, stolen, or damaged California vehicle title? Express Auto Registration provides assistance with duplicate and replacement title transactions, REG 227 paperwork, and related California vehicle title requirements.
California Duplicate or Replacement Title Help
California DMV provides a replacement title process when a California title has been lost, stolen, or damaged. REG 227, Application for Replacement or Transfer of Title, is the primary California DMV form used for a duplicate or replacement title request.
Express Auto Registration can help you review the vehicle information and REG 227 paperwork for an eligible duplicate title transaction.
Information to Have Ready
- Driver's license or identification card
- Vehicle license plate number
- Last 5 digits of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- Registered owner information
- REG 227 for the applicable replacement title request
- Payment for applicable DMV fees and service charges
Common Duplicate Title Situations
- California title was lost
- California title was stolen
- Title was damaged or mutilated
- A replacement California title is needed
- REG 227 paperwork assistance
- Questions about an eligible title replacement transaction
California DMV Duplicate Title Form
California DMV uses REG 227, Application for Replacement or Transfer of Title, for duplicate title, paperless title certification, and certain title-transfer situations involving a duplicate or paperless title.
Duplicate Title FAQs
Which form is used for a California duplicate title?
California DMV identifies REG 227, Application for Replacement or Transfer of Title, as the form used for duplicate and replacement title transactions.
What information should I have ready for a replacement title request?
California DMV's replacement title process asks for a driver's license or identification card, the last 5 digits of the vehicle VIN, and the vehicle license plate number.
What happens to the original title after a duplicate title is issued?
REG 227 states that issuance of a duplicate title cancels the original title.
Can REG 227 also be used for a title transfer?
Yes. California DMV describes REG 227 as being used for a duplicate title, paperless title certification, transfer of title with duplicate title, or transfer of title with paperless title. Additional requirements can apply to a transfer transaction.
Can Express Auto Registration help me with the paperwork?
Yes. We can help review the information and REG 227 paperwork for an eligible California duplicate or replacement title transaction.
Need Duplicate Title Assistance?
Contact Express Auto Registration in San Diego for help with an eligible California duplicate or replacement vehicle title transaction and REG 227 paperwork.