NZTA is extending the current CoF regime for Mercedes Benz and Volkswagen B-pillar cracks until 1 February 2026.

This means that if a minor crack is identified at CoF inspection, a CoF can be issued with notes added to the checksheet comments section.

https://vehicleinspection.nzta.govt.nz/news/cof-regime-for-b-pillar-cracks-extended-until-1-february-2026