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Missouri might protect car dealers from lawsuits over bad cars
State lawmakers are considering some lawsuit protection for car dealers. Under the bill, consumers would not be able to sue a retail dealership over surprise defects. Consumer advocates don't like the idea - including the Kansas City Star, which editorialized against it Friday.
Let me remind you again that Missouri's Lemon Law does not apply to used cars - only new cars under warranty. Check out our All About Autos publication for more information.
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Posted by on March 3, 2008 1:01 pm :: Comments (3) :: Permalink
3 Responses to "Missouri might protect car dealers from lawsuits over bad cars"
says:
March 4, 2008 4:02 pm
I bought a 2004 Pontiac Grand Am brand new. It now has approx 69864 miles and the extended warranty is expiring at 72000 miles.
I have had 5 major repairs done at the dealer for the same problem. This doesn't include the other repairs in other areas.
My question is: Does the 5 same repairs qualify for the lemon law?
says:
March 5, 2008 4:16 pm
This is a disgrace. Businesses don't need any more protection than they now enjoy.
says:
March 13, 2008 3:10 pm
To Darrell:
While this question hasn't been tested in court in Missouri, the lemon law would most likely not apply to your situation. Generally the lemon law only applies to the manufacturer's original warranty, not extended service contracts like the one you describe.
