Auto claim? No worries.
We're here to help you.

"I’m really looking forward to filing my auto claim," said nobody, ever, after an accident. You’ve got better things to do. So we made the process fast and easy – even when you go digital. Get our app or log in to your account to check the status of your claim, upload documents, set up direct-deposit, communicate with your Claims team, get notifications, and more. Wherever you are and whenever you like. It’s just another way State Farm® helps you get back on the road, and on with your life.

Five steps, zero potholes

1

Tell us what happened

File online, with our app, or by calling 800-SF-Claim (800-732-5246) anytime, day or night.
2

We’ll check it out

Your claim isn’t like anyone else’s. So we’ll review it, let you know what’s happening and what happens next.

3

Get an estimate

Use a Select Service shop, or any shop you like. In a big hurry? Use our mobile app’s virtual estimator.

4

We’ll make the payments

We’ll pay the shop, direct-deposit money into your account, or send you a check – whatever works.

5

Buckle up, the road is calling!

Our process is easy, but don’t let that keep you from celebrating. After all, you chose State Farm, right?

Things to think about

Filing a claim puts your policy to work. It’s kind of the reason why you have insurance in the first place, right?

Policy benefits may include:

  • Payment for vehicle repairs
  • Rental coverage
  • Payment for medical bills
  • Liability coverage if you are at fault for the accident

Still have questions? Talk it over with your State Farm agent.


You can file your auto & motorcycle claim by phone if you like, but filing online or with our app is fast and easy:

  • Be in control – check the status of your claim, upload photos and other documents, set up direct-deposit, communicate with your Claims team, get electronic notifications, and more.
  • Find a repair shop – The choice of repair shop is yours, but keep in mind our Select Service shops provide a guaranteed completion date and limited lifetime warranty.
  • Select a rental – If you have rental coverage on your policy, you may be able to choose a replacement vehicle to use while yours is in the shop.
  • Complete a virtual estimate – it’s fast and easy.
  • Take it easy – our mobile app lets you access claim information and complete tasks wherever you are, whenever you like.

Try to have this information handy when you file:

  • Date and time of incident
  • Vehicles involved
  • Description of the incident
  • Description of damages
  • Location of incident

It might. Factors that may be considered in determining premium rate increases:

  • Who was at fault for the accident
  • Accident frequency
  • Driving history
  • Amount of damage to other property

One way to help lower your rates is through our Drive Safe and Save® program.


We’ll help cover the costs of a rental car while yours is in the shop if you have rental coverage on your policy. Here’s a quick way to find out:

  • Check your State Farm insurance card.
  • Look for “Coverages".
  • If there’s an “R” in the line of characters, it means you’ve got rental car coverage.

It depends on the circumstances, but we’ve tried to make the process as easy as possible. You can even file and check your claim online, which is a fast way to get its status.

Also, email and text alerts can keep you in the loop, so you’ll be able to keep tabs on your claim, and find out if you have any tasks to complete.


Yes! Get our mobile app or log in to your account and you can:

  • Manage your claim – check the status of your claim, upload photos and other documents, set up direct-deposit, communicate with your Claims team, get electronic notifications, and more.
  • Find a repair shop – The choice of repair shop is yours, but keep in mind our Select Service shops provide a guaranteed completion date and limited lifetime warranty.
  • Select a rental – If you have rental coverage on your policy, you may be able to choose a replacement vehicle to use while yours is in the shop.
  • Complete a virtual estimate – It’s fast and easy.
  • Take it easy – our mobile app lets you access claim information and complete tasks wherever you are, whenever you like.

The deductible is the amount you have to pay out of pocket. You can find your deductible on your State Farm insurance card, by logging in to your account, and on our mobile app. You can also ask your State Farm agent.


No two claims are alike, so we can’t tell you how long you can expect to wait for payment without knowing the details

What we can say is that we’ll work to resolve your claim as soon as possible, subject to the terms and conditions of your policy.

Frequently asked questions


Try to have this information handy when you file:

  • Date and time of incident
  • Vehicles involved
  • Description of the incident
  • Description of damages
  • Location of incident

You may need to complete and submit a Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and/or Medical Payments Coverage (MPC) form(s). Your State Farm claim associate can help.


With virtual estimation you can quickly and easily capture images of your vehicle’s damage with a mobile phone. Use the State Farm mobile app to upload photos and other documents.


If you want your repair shop to fix your vehicle’s damage, that’s fine. But if your shop isn’t a Select Service shop, you could be missing out on some great perks, including:

  • Guaranteed completion dates
  • Written, limited-lifetime warrantees that are honored nationally
  • Direct payment to the shop by State Farm when repairs are completed

Note: This contains only a general description of available coverages and is not a statement of contract. All coverages are subject to all policy provisions and applicable endorsements. For further information, see your State Farm agent.