MN HF3981

Requires repair shops to provide written estimates upon customer request for repairs costing more than $100 (previously $100 to $7,500 threshold applied).

Limits final repair price to no more than 10 percent above the written estimate without prior customer authorization.

Specifies that oral estimates are not subject to the repair cost limitations and written requests are required.

Requires shops to conspicuously display signs notifying customers of written estimate requirements and any storage or care fees charged for motor vehicles or appliances.

Removes the upper limit of $7,500 from the definition of "repairs" subject to written estimate requirements.