Lost Car Title in Hawaii: How to Replace It
Replacing a lost title in Hawaii is a standard DMV transaction filed directly with the state titling agency — verify the current fee on the official page below. Form-prep services charge $150+ for this same public paperwork.
Compiled from available sources — verify with the Hawaii titling agency · 2026-06-12 · Reviewed by the CarWhere Vehicle Data Team
State fee
See official source
Form
County forms (Honolulu CS-L(MVR)10; Maui DMVL580)
How to file
in-person (county DMV) · mail (notarized)
Processing time
Varies
Official source: www.honolulu.gov
Buying or selling while the title's being replaced?
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FAQ
How much does a duplicate car title cost in Hawaii?
The Hawaii titling agency publishes the current duplicate-title fee — verify directly before filing, and ignore form-prep services charging $150+ for the same paperwork.
How long does a replacement title take in Hawaii?
Processing times vary; Hawaii's titling agency publishes current estimates. Filing is available in-person (county DMV), mail (notarized).
Can I sell a car in Hawaii while the title is lost?
Generally no — you need the duplicate in hand first, and buyers should insist on it. If you're the buyer in this situation, run the VIN before money moves: the $9.99 CarWhere Full VIN Report shows the federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) and the original window sticker where available, so you know what you're buying while the paperwork catches up.
Do I need a service to replace a lost title?
No. Replacing a lost title is a standard DMV transaction that owners complete directly. Paid services charge $150+ to pre-fill the same public form — useful only if your situation is genuinely complicated (no proof of ownership, out-of-state liens, deceased owner).
Sources: fee, form, and timeline from the Hawaii titling agency (linked above) where available — items without an official link should be verified directly. Fees change by statute — always confirm against the official page before filing. Cite this page: CarWhere, "Lost Car Title in Hawaii," carwhere.com/titles/lost-title/hawaii, verified 2026-06-12.