Pennsylvania Attorney General Settled With Mavis Tire Supply
The tire retailer will pay $215,000 in monetary relief to resolve allegations of deceptive sales practices.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Auto Parts
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Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has reached a settlement with Mavis Tire Supply following an investigation into allegedly unnecessary services and poor repair quality. The company will pay $215,000 in total monetary relief to address consumer complaints across its Pennsylvania branch network.
Why it matters
The settlement aims to protect drivers from deceptive business practices by ensuring tire shops perform only necessary repairs and adhere to professional standards. It establishes a formal restitution process for impacted customers while creating financial penalties for future violations.
Mavis Tire Supply operates more than 130 locations in Pennsylvania. The settlement agreement mandates $190,000 in direct consumer restitution and reserves $25,000 for administrative costs.
The players
Dave Sunday
He serves as the Attorney General of Pennsylvania and led the investigation into Mavis Tire Supply.
Mavis Tire Supply
This tire retailer operates a network of more than 130 branch locations across Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas
This is the state-level trial court in Philadelphia where the settlement agreement was officially filed.
The details
The settlement, filed in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, addresses allegations that the company recommended services that were not performed or were unnecessary. Mavis is now required to implement improved training and oversight programs for its employees to ensure ongoing legal compliance.
Timeline
Jan. 26, 2027 is the final deadline for consumers to file complaints for restitution.
Roadmap
This settlement highlights a broader trend of state regulators taking aggressive action against large national automotive service chains for service quality issues. It signals a shift toward stricter operational oversight in the auto parts sector to curb deceptive billing practices across regional networks.
Consumers who believe they were charged for unnecessary services at Mavis locations in Pennsylvania may be eligible for financial restitution. To receive funds, customers must submit a formal complaint through the state attorney general by early 2027.
The takeaway
Consumers should always request an itemized list of services performed and ask to see old parts before paying for replacements. Documenting your interactions with service centers remains the most effective way to secure recourse if you suspect fraudulent repairs.
Further reading
Learn more about local industry regulations at Auto Parts.
More information
To file a claim for restitution, visit the Office of Attorney General complaint form.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NorthcentralPA.
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