Wisconsin DOT Estimates Nearly $37 Million in Fraud Last Year From Rolled Back Odometers

Wednesday, May 14th, 2025 -- 1:01 PM

(Wisconsin Radio Network) The state Department of Motor Vehicles estimates nearly $37 million in fraud last year from rolled back odometers.

According to the Wisconsin Radio Network, the DMV’s Dealer and Agent Section found nearly 6,000 vehicles showed signs of having their odometers rolled back.

That’s an increase from the just over 1,700 vehicles identified to have rolled back odometers in 2023. Odometer rollback involves disconnecting, resetting or altering a vehicle’s odometer with the intent to lower the mileage to sell the vehicle at a higher price.

Of the almost 6,000 vehicles discovered with altered mileage, an estimated 614 million miles were rolled off odometers. More information, including things to look out for so you don’t fall victim to an odometer scam, can be found on the DMV’s website.

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