All Star Auto Body Refunded Overcharged Storage Fees
The Oklahoma City shop reduced a $9,000 bill after local media questioned fees that exceeded state limits.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Auto Parts
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All Star Auto Body has returned a vehicle to a family after initially demanding over $9,000 in storage fees. The shop, located on SW 29th Street, had charged a daily rate of $250, despite Oklahoma law capping such fees at $75 per day.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights the clash between standardized corporate billing practices and localized state consumer protection laws. The shop's CEO attributed the overcharging to corporate headquarters in California applying non-compliant rates.
The shop charged $250 per day for vehicle storage, significantly higher than the $75 daily cap mandated by Oklahoma legislation passed in 2024. Total storage costs for the family reached $9,000 before the bill was adjusted.
The players
All Star Auto Body
An automotive repair and storage business with a location on SW 29th Street in Oklahoma City.
Maria Magueyal
The driver whose vehicle was involved in an August 2026 accident and subsequently held for storage.
The details
After the family's vehicle was involved in a wreck in August 2026, it was stored at the Southwest Oklahoma City facility. The shop ultimately agreed to release the vehicle on October 7, 2026, after the family paid a reduced amount consistent with state law.
Timeline
August 2026: The vehicle was involved in a wreck.
October 2024: Oklahoma passed legislation to cap storage fees.
Week of October 5, 2026: Total storage charges surpassed $9,000.
October 7, 2026: All Star Auto Body agreed to return the vehicle.
Roadmap
The shop's actions represent a common friction point as local businesses navigate compliance with state-specific consumer protection laws versus standardized national corporate policies. This case underscores the challenges of localized enforcement following the 2024 Oklahoma legislation capping daily vehicle storage fees.
Drivers in Oklahoma should verify that storage fees listed on their bills do not exceed the $75 daily limit established by state law. If a facility attempts to collect higher amounts, residents are encouraged to reference the 2024 fee cap legislation to dispute the invoice.
The takeaway
Consumers should document all daily charges and storage contracts immediately following a vehicle accident to ensure compliance with state regulations. When facing excessive bills, citing specific state statutes can be an effective tool for negotiating a corrected final balance.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by KFOR 4 Oklahoma City.
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