Surety bonds • Iowa
Iowa Auto Dealer Bond: $75,000 Requirement and Cost
Iowa requires applicants for a motor vehicle dealer license to file a $75,000 surety bond with the Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Division. The bond must give the division at least 30 days’ notice before cancellation, and published prices start around $375 a year.
This guide covers the bond, key rules, and cost. Blake Insurance Group is an independent agency, and a licensed agent can help with your bond and dealer insurance.
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The $75,000 bond
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Bond amount | $75,000 for a motor vehicle dealer license |
| Cancellation | At least 30 days’ notice to the Motor Vehicle Division |
| Exception | Not required if already licensed as a towable RV dealer under the same name and location |
| Convictions | The division notifies the surety of dealer convictions for dealership law violations |
Source: Iowa Admin. Code 761—425.4 (Iowa Code § 322.4).
How much an Iowa dealer bond costs
Published prices for the $75,000 bond start around $375 a year, with rates from about 0.5% to 10% based on credit (SuretyBonds.com). Use our surety bond cost calculator for an estimate.
Bond vs. dealer insurance
The bond protects customers and the state, not the dealership. Dealers usually also carry garage liability, dealer’s open lot, and commercial auto insurance. See our surety bond vs. insurance guide.
Iowa auto dealer bond FAQs
How much is an Iowa dealer bond?
$75,000. Published prices start around $375 a year.
Who regulates Iowa auto dealers?
The Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Division.
Can my Iowa dealer bond be canceled?
Yes, with at least 30 days’ notice to the Motor Vehicle Division.
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