VSO Submitted a Higher Level Review CAR Claim (Claim accuracy request) but i cant see it

No, you cannot see a Claim Accuracy Request (CAR) in your VA.gov claim status because it is an internal procedural tool used by accredited representatives, not a formal claim or appeal submitted on your behalf. A CAR, governed by the Veterans Benefits Administration's internal manual (M21-1, Part I, Chapter 1), is a request from a VSO to the VA's Quality Review team to correct a clear and unmistakable error (CUE) in a recent decision before the appeal window closes; it is not a claim for benefits under 38 CFR 3.1 and thus does not generate a visible tracker. Your VSO likely filed this within 30 days of your Higher-Level Review (HLR) decision denial to argue a legal or factual error, such as the rater ignoring relevant evidence, which aligns with principles in *DeLuca v. Brown* regarding the duty to consider all evidence. Your actionable next steps are to: 1) Immediately contact your VSO for a copy of the submitted CAR and confirmation of its filing, 2) Ask for the specific errors being alleged (e.g., failure to apply 38 CFR 4.130's diagnostic criteria for mental health), and 3) Simultaneously prepare to file a formal Supplemental Claim (with new evidence) or a Board Appeal within your one-year appeal deadline, as a CAR does not extend your appeal rights. Monitor your VA.gov for any new correspondence or decision letters, as a successful CAR results in a corrected decision but without procedural visibility.

*This information is for educational purposes regarding VA procedures and is not legal or medical advice; consult with your accredited VSO or agent for guidance specific to your claim.*