Checking car title status at the DMV

Tracking the issuance of a title at the DMV isn't as straightforward as tracking a package with FedEx or Amazon. As a government agency, the DMV doesn't offer online tracking or guaranteed delivery timelines. To monitor your title process, consider these steps: ensure your payment check has been cashed as an indicator of progress; check vehicle history databases like Carfax for an active record in your state; and if more than three to four weeks pass without your title, visit the DMV in person with ID to inquire, as they can't provide information over the phone to non-owners. While inconvenient, this approach ensures timely resolution of any issues, avoiding potential paperwork re-dos.