Free Arkansas Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale
Arkansas vehicle transfers are subject to the federal Truth in Mileage Act (TIMA), 49 U.S.C. § 32705, which requires the seller to certify the odometer reading at the time of every non-exempt transfer. Under the federal rule, vehicles of model year 2010 or older and vehicles with a GVWR over 16,000 lbs are exempt; model year 2011 and newer stay covered until they are 20 years old. In Arkansas, odometer disclosure is incorporated into the Certificate of Title; both the seller and buyer sign the odometer section of the title before submitting it to a revenue office.
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Odometer disclosure is a federal requirement under 49 CFR §580, not just a best practice — and falsifying mileage is a federal crime. Our guide explains exactly what each field requires, which model years are exempt, and what to do if the odometer has rolled over. Read: Odometer Disclosure Statement: What It Is & What to Write →
Arkansas Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
Arkansas DFA
Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Revenue Division
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
See state rules
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
Arkansas Odometer Disclosure Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Determine whether the vehicle must disclose: model year 2011 or newer (under 20 years old) and GVWR 16,000 lbs or under.
- Record the exact odometer mileage on the day of sale.
- Choose one of the three required certifications on the title: 'Actual mileage', 'Exceeds mechanical limits', or 'Not actual mileage'.
- Seller fills in and signs the odometer disclosure section on the Arkansas Certificate of Title.
- Buyer countersigns to acknowledge receipt of the disclosure.
- Both parties make and retain photocopies of the completed title.
- Submit the title transfer to an Arkansas revenue office promptly; late transfers are subject to additional fees.
Common Pitfalls
- Believing that selling a vehicle 'as-is' eliminates the odometer disclosure duty — it does not under federal TIMA.
- Failing to pick one of the three certification options; leaving it blank will cause the revenue office to reject the transfer.
- Going by age instead of model year: under the federal rule, model year 2010 and older is exempt, while a 2011 or newer vehicle stays covered until it is 20 years old.
- Using correction fluid or making changes on the title — the revenue office may reject an altered title, so ask DFA how to fix a mistake before you sign.
- Skipping the buyer's countersignature; both signatures are required for a valid odometer disclosure.
- Relying on the 10-year exemption in Arkansas rule 4 CAR 10-105. The state text still exempts vehicles 10 years old or older, but federal rules (49 CFR 580.17) keep model-year 2011 and newer covered for 20 years. A 2014 car sold in 2026 still needs the mileage disclosed.
Arkansas Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — FAQs
Does a 2000 model-year car need an odometer disclosure in Arkansas in 2026?
No — a 2000 model sits far inside the federal exemption for model year 2010 and older vehicles. Disclosure is optional, never required, for that vintage.
What if the odometer is broken at the time of sale?
Select 'Not actual mileage' and note in the bill of sale that the odometer is inoperative. Never estimate a mileage figure and certify it as 'Actual mileage.'
Does Arkansas require a separate odometer disclosure form?
Usually not. On a normal sale the disclosure goes on the Arkansas Certificate of Title. A separate statement, such as DFA Form 10-313, is needed when the vehicle was never titled or the title has no space for the mileage.
What are the consequences of odometer fraud in Arkansas?
Federal law provides for criminal fines and/or up to 3 years in prison per violation. Civilly, a defrauded buyer can recover triple actual damages with a $10,000 minimum, plus attorney's fees.
Where do I get an Arkansas odometer disclosure statement?
Arkansas DFA posts Form 10-313, the 'Vehicle Bill of Sale / Odometer Disclosure Statement', on its Motor Vehicle Forms page. It is a bill of sale and mileage statement in one. Section 7 has the seller write the reading with no tenths and check a box if the reading exceeds mechanical limits or is not the actual mileage. Section 8 has the full price, any trade-in, and both signatures. DFA allows copies as long as the format and wording are not changed. Under 4 CAR 10-104(g), a separate statement like this is needed when the vehicle was never titled or the title has no space for the mileage.
Does an Arkansas odometer disclosure need to be notarized?
No notary is called for. Arkansas rule 4 CAR 10-104 asks for the seller's signature and printed name, the reading, the date, both parties' names and current addresses, and the vehicle's make, model, year, body type and VIN. Form 10-313 has no notary block. The buyer must also sign, print their name, and give the seller a copy.
Can the odometer disclosure be done online in Arkansas?
Arkansas's rule allows it. 4 CAR 10-104(i) says the disclosure may be completed electronically as federal law permits, and any required signature may be physical or electronic. A paper title or Form 10-313 signed in ink is still the common route for a private sale.
If two people own the car, do both have to sign the mileage statement?
No. Under 4 CAR 10-104(c), when more than one person is selling, only one of them needs to sign the written disclosure. One person may not sign as both seller and buyer in the same sale, except under the state's power-of-attorney rules.
What if the seller or buyer cannot sign the title in person?
DFA posted TIMA Form #2, 'Power of Attorney to Sign for Owner', in July 2026. In Part A, the seller lets the buyer write the mileage on the title. In Part B, the buyer lets the seller review the title and acknowledge the mileage. Part C is signed by whoever uses the power. The form cites 4 CAR 10-109 to 10-111 and 49 CFR 580.13 to 580.15. It warns that if the person holding the power does not submit the form to the State, they may face fines or jail.