Car dealers warned by FTC about deceptive pricing practices, hidden fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued warnings to 97 auto groups around the country, reminding them their advertised prices must be the total price, inclusive of all mandatory fees, that consumers will have to pay.

The FTC said its letters encouraged auto dealers to review their advertising and pricing practices to ensure that advertised prices include all fees consumers must pay when buying a vehicle. 

It said that, at minimum, it includes evaluating advertised prices to ensure they match actual prices charged to consumers.