07/20/2026

Consumer Alert: NHTSA Warns Public of Traffic Ticket Impersonation Scams

Source: Fleet Management Weekly

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is warning Americans of scammers claiming to be from NHTSA and demanding payment for traffic violations.

These messages often refer to fake judges, case numbers, and serious consequences to appear more official and scare recipients into clicking a link and paying.

NHTSA does not issue traffic tickets and will never text, call, or email any member of the public regarding any traffic violation. Traffic violations are issued by state and local governments and law enforcement agencies. NHTSA is the federal vehicle safety regulator and does not issue any traffic fines to drivers.

via NHTSA