State Law Guide · Updated January 2026
If you paid off your loan early, you may be owed a GAP refund.
Florida GAP Insurance Refund Guide
Under Florida Motor Vehicle Retail Sale and Finance Act, Florida consumers who pay off auto loans early are entitled to pro-rata GAP and warranty refunds. Dealers who fail to comply face Actual damages plus regulatory enforcement by the Office of Financial Regulation.
Quick Answer
In Florida, you're entitled to a pro-rata refund of unused GAP insurance and warranty products when your loan is paid off early. You can sue in Small Claims Court for up to $8,000.
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Key Florida Provisions
| Provision | Requirement | Your Right |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Fee | Max $75 | Fee on a GAP refund cannot exceed $75 under § 520.07(11)(g) |
| 90-Day Request Window | Required | Must request your refund within 90 days of the payoff or termination event |
| Pro-Rata Refund | Required | Entitled to unused portion minus up to $75 admin fee |
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Your Refund Rights
Under Florida Motor Vehicle Retail Sale and Finance Act, Florida consumers who pay off auto loans early are entitled to pro-rata refunds on unused GAP insurance and warranty coverage. You're entitled to a pro-rata refund based on unused coverage time.
GAP coverage is often refundable after an early payoff, refinance, or total loss — but the contract, state law, and unused coverage determine the amount.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation fee for GAP in Florida?
Under Fla. Stat. § 520.07(11)(g), Florida caps the administrative fee on a GAP refund at $75. Note this is a separate, older provision from the newer Vehicle Value Protection Agreements Act (§§ 520.151–.156), which covers a different, non-GAP product and carries its own fee and penalty rules.
Is there a free look period for GAP in Florida?
Florida's GAP statute, § 520.07(11)(g), does not establish a free-look period. Check your GAP waiver contract directly for any free-look or "cooling off" cancellation window the dealer or administrator offers.
How long does a Florida GAP refund take?
Florida law gives you 90 days from the payoff or loan-termination event to submit your refund request under § 520.07(11)(g). The statute does not set a separate deadline for how quickly the refund must then be issued, so review your contract and follow up in writing if it drags on.
Where do I complain about a Florida dealer?
File complaints with the Florida Office of Financial Regulation or the Florida Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Florida Regulatory Contacts
If you need to file a complaint or seek assistance, contact these official agencies:
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