Subtitle: Understanding the risks — and how Erilih helps protect you.

Mexico’s used car market moves over 6 million vehicles a year. Around half of these are private sales — and unfortunately, that’s where fraud runs rampant.

Key Statistics

·      🚨 Up to 70% of online private car listings may involve fraud (SSC-CDMX).

·      🔍 40% of all used-car transactions face some kind of fraud or legal irregularity.

·      🔧 In Mexico City’s Colonia Buenos Aires, over 400 businesses deal in possibly stolen car parts.

·      🛑 QR code scams and fake websites have surged during sales periods like Hot Sale 2025.

·      ⚠️ 10 people arrested in CDMX alone for vehicle-related online fraud this year.

What Kind of Crimes Are Common?

·      Fake buyers and phishing payment links

·      Odometer tampering and VIN cloning

·      QR phishing codes claiming to show fines or vehicle data

·      Fake documents and unverified ownership

How Erilih Helps

·      ID-verified users only

·      Vehicle history and theft checks

·      Official payment integrations

·      Digital contracts for legal safety

·      Verification badges for trusted listings

🔐 Erilih exists to build a safer marketplace. Trust our verification tools, educate yourself, and always report suspicious activity.