If an error is made on the assignment of title - DO NOT CHANGE, DO NOT WRITE OVER, DO NOT CROSS OFF, DO NOT USE WHITE OUT and DO NOT ERASE!  Any alterations or erasures void the title and a replacement title will be required.  Options to resolve common problems are listed below.

1. Incorrect date - an “Affidavit of Correction” will be required.  The affidavit must be completed and signed by all sellers and all buyers in front of a notary.  Do not cross through the date.
2. Seller signs or prints his/her name(s) on the "assignment" line (top line on the back of the Iowa title) - an “Affidavit of Correction” will be required.  The affidavit must be completed and signed by all sellers and all buyers in front of a notary.  Do not cross off anything.
3. The seller/buyer signs on the incorrect line - the seller/buyer must sign again on the correct line, and the correct seller/buyer signs below the incorrect signature.  An “Affidavit of Correction” will be required.  The affidavit must be completed and signed by all sellers and all buyers in front of a notary.  Do not cross off anything.
4. Incorrect odometer reading written on title – the seller will need to get a replacement title, in the county where the title originated and start over.  Do not try to rewrite odometer.

This is general information only.  Nothing is guaranteed until we see all completed, original documents in our office.