When do you find a defect in a new car?
The car buyer must discover the defect within 18 months of delivery or 18,000 miles of use. The lemon law covers all new, used, and leased cars still covered by the manufacturer’s vehicle warranty. Suppose a vehicle gets deemed irreparable after good-faith attempts to fix its flaws.
Can a used car be bought back under the lemon law?
If you think you might qualify for your car to be bought back under the lemon law, you’ll want to check your state laws to find out whether or not you qualify. In some cases, an attorney may even be necessary. Unfortunately for drivers who believe they’ve bought a defective used car, the lemon law almost always only applies to new vehicles.
What to do if car dealer does not disclose accident?
If the car dealer did not disclose an accident, it is important to pursue your rights. Some consumers are hesitant to pursue their rights or delay doing so for one reason or another. This may only cause problems in the future. Once you learn that the car dealer didn’t disclose an accident, you must act fast.
Can a preowned vehicle be sold with a prior accident?
Yes. Even though according to the policies of most manufacturers and distributors certified preowned vehicles are not supposed to have a prior accident history, in practice some dealers manage to sell previously damaged vehicles as certified preowned.
Can You unwind a purchase agreement on a car?
Obviously, unwinding a deal is a gray area, and you must carefully approach the seller with such a request. Although each situation is different, let’s look at three common scenarios. The vast majority of car dealers have no written policies that allow you to rescind the purchase agreement you’ve signed.
The car buyer must discover the defect within 18 months of delivery or 18,000 miles of use. The lemon law covers all new, used, and leased cars still covered by the manufacturer’s vehicle warranty. Suppose a vehicle gets deemed irreparable after good-faith attempts to fix its flaws.
If you think you might qualify for your car to be bought back under the lemon law, you’ll want to check your state laws to find out whether or not you qualify. In some cases, an attorney may even be necessary. Unfortunately for drivers who believe they’ve bought a defective used car, the lemon law almost always only applies to new vehicles.
Can a used car be returned to the dealership?
When it comes to new cars, the answers are “no” and “maybe.” (If you’re a used-car buyer, you might have better luck returning the car, but it all depends on the state in which you live and the individual dealership’s policies.)