INFORMATION SHEET # 01 - 2025 (March 2025) DOWNLOAD A PDF VERSION OF THIS PAGE BY CLICKING HERE Purpose To provide an overview of the light vehicle repair certification (repair certification) process to help vehicle owners and repairers with their understanding of what is required when a vehicle...
INFORMATION SHEET # 1 - 2023 (February 2023) DOWNLOAD A PDF VERSION OF THIS PAGE BY CLICKING HERE What to do if you have a Flood Damaged Vehicle In the wake of the recent and severe flooding event in the Auckland region, RepairCert NZ is concerned that the...
This information Sheet introduces and explains a new Form called the Damage Management Plan (DMP), which has been developed by RepairCert NZ for Specialist Light Vehicle Repair Certifiers (Repair Certifiers) who wish to use it. The DMP is designed to assist a Repair Certifier when...
Topics: RepairCert NZ Continues to Fund Thatcham Subscription for All Repair Certifiers | MTA & CRA Partnership - Shop Profiles | The Use of Laser Technologies for Autobody Corrosion Removal and Preparation | From the Helpdesk - Second Hand Door Replacement | Repair Certifiers Needed...
Modern Rivian body structures use advanced steels, crumple zones, and complex joining methods to protect occupants. In this presentation (note that we begin from 9:46), Rivian explains why certified repair methods are essential to preserve crash performance and safety systems. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owLVBceESoU&t=586s ...
This video, produced by Honda, highlights the dangers of counterfeit parts and the risks they pose to occupant safety. However, it’s just as critical to recognise that even with genuine components, repairs to late-model vehicles must be carried out and certified correctly. Modern cars are...
Update from NZTA - 31 July 2025 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...
RepairCert NZ has been working with (now retired) Repair Certifier Phil Harris to develop a video about a serious accident he was involved in back in 2022. Here’s an excerpt about the accident taken from the upcoming RepairCert NZ Update, to give some background on why...
Update from NZTA - 4 February 2025 NZTA is extending the current regime for B-pillar cracks to 1 August 2025.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-august-2025Ends....
Mercedes Benz B-Pillar Cracks Update Mercedes Benz (Australia/Pacific) have recently advised NZTA of the following:* After lengthy discussions and analysis with the manufacturer, Mercedes Benz AG Germany’s Development and Engineering teams, they have determined that the B-pillar cracking on 906155 and 907155 Mercedes Benz Sprinter is...