Frequently Asked Questions
If your vehicle fails a Smog Check, you may be eligible for assistance toward emissions-related repairs at a verified, participating, and program‑accepted 2G repair facility. Repairs must be performed by an authorized SFCC participating repair facility only. Non-participating facilities are not eligible to receive reimbursement from the program. Find participating stations online here.
- Vehicles from model years 1968–2010 may receive up to $975 in repair assistance.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, you must:
- Reside in a Clark County ZIP code where a smog test is required.
- Have a vehicle that failed a Smog Check within the past 12 months.
- Provide proof of ownership via:
- Vehicle Registration,
- Registration Renewal Notice, or
- Vehicle Title.
- Provide a valid photo ID.
How to Apply
- Review eligibility requirements before applying.
- Apply online at the SFCC portal. A confirmation email will be sent once submitted.
- Call (702) 805-5882 to apply by phone with assistance from a program representative.
- Note: Online applications are processed faster.
Check your status online or call (702) 805-5882.
Application Processing
- Within 5 business days, your application and documents will be reviewed.
- If anything is missing, you’ll be notified via email, text, and phone call.
Once complete, your application will be evaluated within 5 business days.
- Approval: You’ll receive your repair voucher via email, text, and phone call.
- Denial: You’ll be notified via email, text, and call, with details on unmet requirements.
- The vehicle did not fail its Smog Check.
- The applicant is not the registered owner or documents are inconsistent.
- Vehicle registration is currently not due.
- Vehicle had previous repairs under this program.
Yes. You may reapply within 30 days, but approval is subject to eligibility and available funding.
Applications are approved in the order received. If the monthly funding cap is reached, complete applications will be placed on a waitlist. Incomplete applications will be skipped.
Vehicle Repairs
Only take your vehicle to an authorized SFCC participating repair facility. Non-participating facilities are not eligible to receive reimbursement from the program. Find participating stations online here.
Yes, if they bring:
- Their photo ID,
- A letter signed by you (the vehicle owner), and
- A copy of your photo ID.
Yes. Repairs must begin before the expiration date listed on your voucher.
You must reapply and meet eligibility again.
You must pay any costs that exceed the voucher amount or are unrelated to the Smog Check failure.
- Pay the remaining balance yourself, or
- Contact the Nevada DMV Emissions Lab at (702) 486-4981 to inquire about a repair cost waiver.
Note: Vehicles repaired at a non-program-approved 2G station are not eligible for a waiver. Find participating stations online here. Vehicles failing due to visible smoke are not eligible either.
No. SFCC will not reimburse past repairs.
Authorized stations must verify the vehicle’s current emissions status before starting repairs.
Yes, if:
- The vehicle is unsafe, untestable, or outside their area of expertise.
- The customer is uncooperative or unwilling to follow SFCC guidelines.
Call SFCC at (702) 805-5882 to report the issue.
Covered vs. Non-Covered Repairs
- Emission control systems (EGR, PCV, EVAP)
- Fuel systems
- Ignition systems
- Exhaust systems
- Engine components affecting emissions
- Computer and diagnostic systems
The program does not cover:
- General maintenance (oil changes, fluid top-offs)
- Cosmetic or safety repairs (bodywork, brakes, tires, seatbelts)
- HVAC systems, mufflers, or radiators
- Repairs performed without approval
- Repairs unrelated to the emissions failure
For the full list, please visit the Repairs page.