Tag Archives: Warranty
What parts or repairs are Covered by the warranty?
Coverage includes all parts whose primary purpose is to control emissions and all parts that have an effect on emissions. Let’s divide these two types of parts in two categories – emissions – control parts and emissions-related parts – then divide the parts within each category into systems. Our list would look something like this: [...]
The Design and Defect Warranty
Basically, the Design and Defect Warranty covers the repair of all emission control related parts which fail during the term of the warranty. According to Federal law, the manufacturer must repair or replace the defective part free of charge if: It is within the term of the warranty; An original equipment part or system fails [...]
The Federally-Mandated Extended Emissions Warranty
Because of its wide-ranging coverage, the Federally-mandated extended emissions warranty can offer powerful protection to the buyer of a late-model used car. First, because of the sheer length of its coverage it’s probably the only warranty that’s likely to still be in effect by the time a car is sold to a second owner. Second, [...]
Extended Warranties and Service Contracts
Extended warranties are sold through dealerships. They can be backed by either the manufacturer or by an aftermarket company. The cost of purchasing an extended warranty can be high. Make sure you get your money’s worth. The coverage spelled out in an extended warranty often “overlaps” the terms of the standard manufacturer’s warranty. During the [...]
Warranty
The term “WARRANTY” means that the dealer will pay some percent of the labor and some percent of the parts for the covered systems that fail during the warranty period. Ask the dealer for a copy of the warranty document for a full explanation of warranty coverage, exclusions, and the dealer’s repair obligations. Under the [...]
As Is
The term “AS IS” constitutes a denial of warranty coverage, except in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, and Rhode Island where dealers must warranty all but the oldest, cheapest cars. You will pay all costs for any repairs. The dealer assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. http://vancouverusedautos.com/ [...]
The Used Car Rule and the FTC Buyers Guide label
In 1985, the federal government passed a law known as the Used Car Rule. The Rule, which is enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), requires that every used car sold by a dealer must have a “Buyer’s Guide” label with pertinent warranty information on one of its windows. The FTC produces this window sticker, [...]
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