Pretoria motorists whose vehicles were impounded by the TMPD between 2001 and 2024 have been urged to claim their vehicles.

The metro has set a firm deadline of February 28 for vehicles to be claimed from the TMPD pound facility.

TMPD spokesperson Colonel Isaac Mahamba warned that any vehicle, trailer, caravan or motorcycle not retrieved by the deadline may be handed over to an appointed crushing company to recover outstanding impoundment and storage costs.

Mahamba said the department was making a final appeal to vehicle owners and title holders to come forward before it is too late.

“The TMPD urges motorists to claim their impounded vehicles before the deadline, as unclaimed vehicles will be disposed of in accordance with municipal legislation,” Mahamba said.

According to the Mahamba, owners or title holders must report to the impound yard located at 1 Madiba Street, Pretoria Central, to begin the vehicle release process.

He said people wanting to claim vehicles need to bring the necessary documentation, including a valid identity document and the vehicle’s registration certificate.

He added that all applicable fees, such as impoundment and storage charges, must also be settled before a vehicle can be released.

“Municipal legislation permits the City of Tshwane to dispose of vehicles that remain unclaimed after several notices have been issued and once the legal holding period of approximately 120 days has lapsed.”

He explained that the current process follows Regulation 320 of the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996), which regulates the storage and disposal of impounded vehicles to allow municipalities to recover costs incurred.

Mahamba also urged motorists to ensure that their personal details are up to date on the eNaTIS system, as outdated contact information often makes it difficult for authorities to notify owners when vehicles are impounded.

“Motorists are encouraged to update their address and contact details on eNaTIS if these have changed. This assists the TMPD in contacting vehicle owners timeously,” he said.

Vehicle owners who believe their vehicles may have been impounded are encouraged to make enquiries as soon as possible.

Mahamba said the TMPD remains committed to enforcing the law while ensuring that motorists are given sufficient opportunity to reclaim their property.

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