The California Cool Air Rebate Program provides financial assistance to eligible Californians to repair leaking air conditioning systems with R-134a refrigerant in cars and light duty trucks. Fix your AC, enjoy a cool ride, and improve the air quality in your community!
To be eligible for the program, you must live in California and own a car manufactured between 1993 and 2019, or have an older vehicle that has been retrofitted with R-134a refrigerant. The program income eligibility requirements are based on 200% of the 2024 federal income poverty level. A reference chart is available below: Click See Requirement button below
STEP 1
Pre-Qualify
Answer five simple questions to see if you and your vehicle pre-qualifies. If so, move to the next step and complete the application.
STEP 2
Rebate Approval
Submit a full application online or by mail. The Cool Air Rebate Team will send you a confirmation letter if your car is eligible for repair rebate.
STEP 3
Repair Your AC!
Bring your vehicle and the approval letter to a MAS location to find out if it has a leaking AC. If your vehicle qualifies, the repair will be covered up to $1,500 of the cost.