This article covers how vehicle repossession works in New York state and what your rights are as a New Yorker. Complete this form and bring it with the license plates, if any, to any Motor Vehicles office.Call them up and make payment arrangements, however you might be liable for the repo fee. You have options as long as you have the vehicle. If your car is repossessed, the lender must give you certain notices after the repossession and after it sells the car. If you don't make your car payments on time, your lender might have the right to take your car without going to court or telling you first. Repossession occurs when your lender seizes this asset because you defaulted on what you owe. Cars are the most commonly repossessed assets. How the Car Repossession Process Works. Unfortunately, the negative item that shows up on your credit report after a repossession makes it more difficult to secure a new loan.