what is a reconstructed title

A reconstructed title is a title given to a vehicle that has been rebuilt and repaired to a point where it is roadworthy again after being issued a salvage title. A salvage title is a form of vehicle title branding that is issued when a vehicle has been damaged and/or deemed a total loss by an insurance company that paid a claim on it. The criteria for determining when a salvage title is issued differ considerably by each state, province or territory. In some states and Canadian provinces, regulations require a salvage title for stolen or vandalized vehicles which are not recovered by police within 21 days. In other cases, a salvage title is issued only for losses due to damage. Once a vehicle with a salvage title has been repaired and rebuilt to a point where it is roadworthy again, it may be eligible for a reconstructed title after passing a state inspection.