CarMax played a leading role in killing legislation in California that would have prohibited car dealers from selling unsafe, recalled used cars. Since the 1960's, it's been illegal for car dealers to sell recalled cars to people buying NEW cars. But there is no similar law to protect USED car buyers. Watch an attorney for CarMax testify against the bill. Note -- he claims that CarMax can't tell when a vehicle is being recalled by the manufacturer. But in reality, it's easy to tell. All it takes is a computer, the Vehicle Identification Number, and the willingness to take the time to check. Here's where you can check the safety recall status of your car, or any car you're considering buying: https://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Njvig59E7h8