Look at it this way...

He didn't call you and say that the truck was at the bottom of the ravine.

Yep, it was a stupid move...but you HAVE to look at the bright side, no accident, ticket or towing.

In CA you only get points on your record for moving violations. Car registrations do not count against your license.

Good luck and don't answer the phone next time-that is what caller ID is for.