What Unmanaged Compliance
Actually Costs Your Group
These aren't hypothetical numbers. They're median figures from 340 dealership audits across 38 states — before our clients retained us.
| Compliance Category | Unmanaged | Managed by ComplianceGuard |
|---|---|---|
Average Annual Fine Exposure FTC Safeguards + state DMV combined | $284,000 | $0–$12,000Protected |
Audit Prep Hours / Quarter Internal staff burden | 120–180 hrs | 8–14 hrsProtected |
Deal Jacket Rejection Rate On state AG spot-check | 23% | 0.4%Protected |
F&I Documentation Gaps Missing disclosures, stale menus | 41% of deals | < 1% of dealsProtected |
Advertising Disclosure Violations Per rooftop average | 8–12 / year | 0Protected |
Figures represent median outcomes from 340 dealership engagements (2021–2025). Individual results vary by state, rooftop count, and existing compliance infrastructure.
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- FTC Safeguards Rule Compliance Checklist (14 pp.)
- State-by-State Advertising Disclosure Matrix (38 states)
- F&I Menu Audit Template (22 pp.)
- Deal Jacket Documentation Standards Guide (31 pp.)
- CFPB Fair Lending Compliance Primer (19 pp.)
- State DMV Sweep Preparation Playbook (26 pp.)
- 2026 Automotive Regulatory Calendar
- Penalty Exposure Calculator Worksheet