CA AB2289

Requires California Department of Consumer Affairs to implement onboard diagnostic system (OBD) testing for model year 2000 and newer vehicles beginning no earlier than January 1, 2013, in lieu of traditional loaded mode dynamometer or 2-speed idle testing.

Authorizes department to establish inspection-based performance standards that smog check stations must meet to issue certificates of compliance or noncompliance for certain vehicles, with authority to suspend certification for non-compliance.

Allows referee stations to charge fees to cover costs of providing referee services for specially constructed vehicles, direct imports, and vehicles with emission control configuration mismatches.

Replaces previous citation and penalty system with new administrative fine structure of $100 to $5,000 per violation, with civil penalties up to $5,000 per day, and establishes procedures for informal citation conferences and administrative hearings.

Requires department to compile annual statistical reports analyzing vehicle inspection data and recommend program improvements, including evaluation of best practices from other state smog check programs.