How to file a complaint against a private driving school: comprehensive guide and analysis of recent hot topics
In recent years, with the increase in demand for driving lessons, complaints from private driving schools have frequently become a hot topic. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out the ways, precautions and relevant data for private driving school complaints to help you solve the problem efficiently.
1. Recent hot topics and complaint background

In the past 10 days, discussions on driving school complaints on social media and news platforms have mainly focused on the following aspects:
| hot topics | Discussion popularity | Main questions |
|---|---|---|
| The phenomenon of arbitrary charging in driving schools | high | Hidden charges and price increases midway |
| Coach has bad attitude | Middle to high | Insulting students and perfunctory teaching |
| Difficulty in refunding money | high | Delayed refunds and unreasonable deductions |
| Poor teaching quality | in | Class hours are reduced and vehicles are obsolete |
2. Formal channels for complaints against private driving schools
If you encounter a private driving school infringement problem, you can make a complaint through the following channels:
| Complaint channels | Contact information/method | Processing time |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation Administration | Dial 12328 hotline | 3-7 working days |
| consumer association | Call 12315 or make a complaint on the official website | 5-10 working days |
| Driving School Industry Association | Submit materials on official websites of local associations | It depends on the situation |
| legal action | File a civil lawsuit in court | 1-3 months |
3. List of necessary materials for complaints
In order to improve the success rate of complaints, the following evidence needs to be prepared in advance:
| Material type | Specific requirements | importance |
|---|---|---|
| Contractual Agreement | Original or scanned copy | ★★★★★ |
| Payment voucher | Bank transfer records/receipts | ★★★★★ |
| Communication records | WeChat and SMS screenshots | ★★★★ |
| Live evidence | Photos/Videos/Audio Recordings | ★★★ |
4. Key points for writing a complaint letter
When making a written complaint, please note:
1.clear title: Indicate "Complaint about XX driving school's illegal behavior";
2.The facts are clear: State events in chronological order, with specific dates;
3.The appeal is reasonable: Clearly request specific matters such as refund, apology or rectification;
4.Evidence number: Number the evidence materials in order and make a list.
5. Notes on rights protection
Based on recent successful rights protection cases, special reminder:
• Be wary of driving schools’ “guaranteed” promises, which may be illegal;
• Confirm the training cost details before signing the contract;
• A signature is required to confirm the class hours after each training;
• Priority is given to regular driving schools with a "Motor Vehicle Driver Training License".
6. Latest regulatory developments (last 10 days)
| area | regulatory measures | Implementation time |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Carry out driving school star rating | November 2023 |
| Shanghai | Implement the "train first, pay later" model | Pilot in December 2023 |
| Guangzhou City | Establish a "blacklist" system for driving schools | Implemented |
Through the above systematic complaint guide, combined with recent hot cases and regulatory trends, we hope to help students effectively safeguard their rights and interests. It is recommended to fix evidence promptly when encountering problems and choose formal channels to defend rights rationally.
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