My mother is cosigner on my vehicle and her insurance is saying she cant insure my car?

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Originally they put the vehicle on her insurance. We just received a letter stating she cant insure the car because it is registered under my name. My last vehicle, she was also cosigned on and the car was under her insurance the whole time. Since she is partial owner of this vehicle, can’t she insure it under her policy regardless of who it is registered to by state law?”

Asked August 4, 2017

1 Answer


Firstly, it's important to understand the concept of cosigning. When someone cosigns a loan or a lease, it means that they are agreeing to take on the responsibility of paying back the debt if the primary borrower defaults. This also means that the cosigner has an interest in the vehicle or the property that the loan is for. Now, when it comes to auto insurance, there are generally two types of coverage that are required by law in most states: liability insurance and collision/comprehensive insurance. Liability insurance covers damages that you might cause to other people or their property while driving, while collision/comprehensive insurance covers damages to your own vehicle. If your mother is the cosigner on your vehicle, she likely has an interest in the vehicle and would want to make sure that it is adequately insured. However, her insurance company is saying that they cannot insure the vehicle. There are a few reasons why this might be the case:

  • Ownership: One possibility is that the insurance company is refusing to insure the vehicle because your mother is not listed as an owner on the title. In most cases, the owner of the vehicle is the one who must purchase the insurance policy.
  • Primary driver: Another possibility is that the insurance company is concerned about who will be driving the vehicle. If you are the primary driver of the vehicle and your mother is only a cosigner, the insurance company may be hesitant to insure the vehicle because they view you as the primary risk. In this case, you may need to purchase a separate insurance policy in your own name.
  • Poor driving history: It is also possible that the insurance company is hesitant to insure the vehicle because either you or your mother has a poor driving history. Insurance companies consider a number of factors when determining rates, including driving record, age, and location. If either you or your mother has a history of accidents or moving violations, the insurance company may view the vehicle as a higher risk and either deny coverage or charge a higher premium.
  • Other restrictions: Finally, it's possible that there are other restrictions or requirements that the insurance company has in place that are preventing them from insuring the vehicle. For example, they may require that the vehicle be equipped with certain safety features or have a certain level of coverage.
In any case, it's important to reach out to the insurance company and get a clear understanding of why they are refusing to insure the vehicle. From there, you can work to resolve any issues and find a policy that will adequately protect you and your mother's interests. It may be helpful to shop around and get quotes from multiple insurance companies to find the best coverage at the best price.

Answered August 7, 2017 by pbanion

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