Plain-language definition
Authorization
Approval required before covered repair work begins.
Authorization records what an administrator has approved under the contract. It may specify covered labor, parts, amounts, and conditions; it is not a guarantee that unrelated work will be paid.
Last reviewed August 25, 2026
Research trail
Sources
- Auto Warranties and Auto Service ContractsFederal Trade Commission · accessed August 25, 2026
- Businessperson's Guide to Federal Warranty LawFederal Trade Commission · accessed August 25, 2026