Oklahomans set to see new rates for nonconsensual tow rates

Oklahomans who find themselves in need of towing will soon see a increases for nonconsensual tows.

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Oklahomans who find themselves in need of towing will soon see a increases for nonconsensual tows.

First reported by KOSU, the three-member governing board decided to increase the rates after the Corporation Commission’s transportation division, AAAA Wrecker Service, Inc. and the Attorney General’s Office agreed hikes were needed because of inflation, said Matt Skinner, a spokesman for the agency.

The hikes took effect June 1.

According to the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, the increase will cost consumers $4.99 per mile for 25 miles or less and $4.16 per mile for over 25 miles.

Nonconsensual tows occur when the person in charge of the vehicle does not consent to or have knowledge of the tow, this will also include removing abandoned or illegally parked vehicles. 

It marks the first Commission-approved increase since 2012 when lawmakers handed oversight responsibility of the industry to commissioners. It was previously the responsibility of the towing industry to gather and present data to support the need for rate increases, according to KOSU.

To file a complaint click here, if you have concerns.

According to The Oklahoma Corporation Commission, for all other questions and complaints relating to wrecker services, please contact Department of Public Safety, Wrecker Services at (405) 425-2312.