Vehicle Titles

Titling a Motor Vehicle

Title a Repossessed Vehicle

To receive a repossession title, the secured party (financial institution or individual) must surrender the Ohio title assigned in the name of the lienholder and pay a title fee.

What Do I Need to Bring to the Title Office?

• Ohio title assigned in the name of the lienholder
• Certified copy of the security agreement that includes the name and address of the debtor and secured party, the terms of the contract and a description of the secured collateral – year, make, model and vehicle identification number (VIN)
• For out-of-state titles only, an out-of-state VIN inspection; inspections can be obtained at any Ohio deputy registrar license agency (click HERE for current fee) or any licensed Ohio motor vehicle dealership (call ahead for fee)
• Applicant affidavit to establish mileage (if applicable)
• Acceptable identification (please contact your County Clerk of Courts Title Office for details)
• Payment for title fees