(1) A person may not knowingly sell or offer for sale in this state any vehicle that was initially delivered for disposition or sale in a country other than the United States of America unless, prior to the sale, the person provides written notice to the purchaser on a separate form furnished by the Motor Vehicle Enforcement Division: (a) that indicates: (i) that the vehicle was initially delivered for disposition or sale in a country outside of the United States as indicated on the Manufacturer's Statement of Origin or similar ownership document; and (ii) the country where the vehicle was initially delivered for the disposition or sale; and (b) that contains language substantially similar to each of the following statements: (i) "the odometer for this vehicle may have been converted to miles"; (ii) "this vehicle meets U.S. Department of Transportation safety standards"; and (iii) "this vehicle may have manufacturer warranty exclusions if sold or offered for sale in this country." (2) A person who violates this section is guilty of a class B misdemeanor. (3) (a) In addition to any other penalties, a purchaser may bring a civil action to recover damages resulting from a seller's failure to provide notice as required under this section. (b) The amount of damages that may be recovered in a civil action are the actual damages or $1,500, whichever is greater.
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