California used car cancellation: is it now 3 days?

Yes — for qualifying dealer sales on or after October 1, 2026, California’s CARS Act creates a three-day cancellation right for used vehicles priced at $50,000 or less. This replaced the older framework where many buyers had to purchase a two-day contract cancellation option for certain used vehicles under $40,000. Conditions and exclusions still apply, so check the sale date, price, vehicle type and return requirements. Official sources: California DMV Car Buyer’s Bill of Rights and California CARS Act. Guide: https://getinstantlaw.com/us/california/used-car-problems/cancellation-option