CDP code (3rd party) and accident
Mar 4, 2012, 8:16 am
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CDP code (3rd party) and accident
Hello,
I thought this question might be interesting for all of us who use borrowed CDP codes and which might clarify some of the potential risks.
I was wondering if people have experience or a view about the following:
If you use a CDP code, which is not yours, e.g. a third party one found somewhere online, whereby the CDW and Theft is included and you book a car with it.
What happens if you have an accident? Will the insurance company check if you are the owner of this code? What if your code becomes invalid, does the insurance become void? Any other views....
Thanks
Peter
I thought this question might be interesting for all of us who use borrowed CDP codes and which might clarify some of the potential risks.
I was wondering if people have experience or a view about the following:
If you use a CDP code, which is not yours, e.g. a third party one found somewhere online, whereby the CDW and Theft is included and you book a car with it.
What happens if you have an accident? Will the insurance company check if you are the owner of this code? What if your code becomes invalid, does the insurance become void? Any other views....
Thanks
Peter
Mar 4, 2012, 9:49 am
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Yes, Hertz will look to validate coverage and if you are eligible. Additionally, if you are found ineligible, your rental could be viewed as violating the terms and conditions of the contract, making the contract null. This would mean that coverages by your personal insurance could be more problematic along with secondary (or primary as applicable) coverage through a credit card. You could ultimately be left holding the bag on the entire damage claim.
I never understood why people use codes they clearly know the are not eligible for, it's a form of stealing and ethics are highly questionable.
I never understood why people use codes they clearly know the are not eligible for, it's a form of stealing and ethics are highly questionable.
Mar 4, 2012, 9:51 pm
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Mar 4, 2012, 10:13 pm
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What if that situation legitimately happens?
My father doesn't know anything about the internet, he's on the information super cul-de-sac. Yet, if one of his friends or if he stumbles across a code via a google search, how does he know that he's not authorized to use it?
My father doesn't know anything about the internet, he's on the information super cul-de-sac. Yet, if one of his friends or if he stumbles across a code via a google search, how does he know that he's not authorized to use it?
Mar 5, 2012, 6:46 am
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What if that situation legitimately happens?
My father doesn't know anything about the internet, he's on the information super cul-de-sac. Yet, if one of his friends or if he stumbles across a code via a google search, how does he know that he's not authorized to use it?
My father doesn't know anything about the internet, he's on the information super cul-de-sac. Yet, if one of his friends or if he stumbles across a code via a google search, how does he know that he's not authorized to use it?
Mar 5, 2012, 9:06 am
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What if that situation legitimately happens?
My father doesn't know anything about the internet, he's on the information super cul-de-sac. Yet, if one of his friends or if he stumbles across a code via a google search, how does he know that he's not authorized to use it?
My father doesn't know anything about the internet, he's on the information super cul-de-sac. Yet, if one of his friends or if he stumbles across a code via a google search, how does he know that he's not authorized to use it?
Mar 5, 2012, 10:22 am
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What if that situation legitimately happens?
My father doesn't know anything about the internet, he's on the information super cul-de-sac. Yet, if one of his friends or if he stumbles across a code via a google search, how does he know that he's not authorized to use it?
My father doesn't know anything about the internet, he's on the information super cul-de-sac. Yet, if one of his friends or if he stumbles across a code via a google search, how does he know that he's not authorized to use it?
If you don't know that you are authorized to use it, it's probably best to assume you are not authorized to use it.
It's one thing if it's just getting you a low rate, there's not much risk there. But if you are basing your insurance decision on a rate you are not authorized to use to provide your insurance, if you get into an accident you will probably get what you deserve.
Mar 5, 2012, 12:10 pm
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If you don't know that you are authorized to use it, it's probably best to assume you are not authorized to use it.
It's one thing if it's just getting you a low rate, there's not much risk there. But if you are basing your insurance decision on a rate you are not authorized to use to provide your insurance, if you get into an accident you will probably get what you deserve.
It's one thing if it's just getting you a low rate, there's not much risk there. But if you are basing your insurance decision on a rate you are not authorized to use to provide your insurance, if you get into an accident you will probably get what you deserve.
I see what you're saying, that makes sense.
Another question I always wondered about is, what if you use a code you're not authorized to use and get a low rate, but pay for the LDW (at full price) without it being in conjuction with the CDP.
Would it still kick in if you were in an accident or since you weren't entitled to the code, the entire rental agreement (including LDW) becomes null/void?
Apr 24, 2012, 7:18 am
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Ignorance is NOT a blis
Signed contract reads:
CDP ##### - You represent that you are specifically authorized to receive the benefits extended to employees/members of "COMPANY".
Therefore, you cannot say "I didn't know", and yes, you will get in big trouble!
CDP ##### - You represent that you are specifically authorized to receive the benefits extended to employees/members of "COMPANY".
Therefore, you cannot say "I didn't know", and yes, you will get in big trouble!
Apr 25, 2012, 11:07 am
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It easy enough to call Hertz before a rental and ask whether a particular CDP code is available for use by the general public, or is restricted in some way.
It easy enough to call Hertz before a rental and ask whether a particular CDP code is available for use by the general public, or is restricted in some way.
Apr 25, 2012, 11:30 am
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Anybody that would like to use my CDP# 1863711 (HuntTran Inc.) I give permission to use. It will get you a 10 to 20% discount depending on location (no ldw or other insurance included with my CDP.) It will get me free day certs. (Every 8 days of rentals = 1 free day for me). So by all means use my CDP#
Apr 25, 2012, 12:24 pm
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Anybody that would like to use my CDP# 1863711 (HuntTran Inc.) I give permission to use. It will get you a 10 to 20% discount depending on location (no ldw or other insurance included with my CDP.) It will get me free day certs. (Every 8 days of rentals = 1 free day for me). So by all means use my CDP#