If I bought a car from a dealership and the transmission gave out, amI protected by law?
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If I bought a car from a dealership and the transmission gave out, amI protected by law?
Less that 150 miles after my purchase, the transmission gave out. Does this fall under the UDAP law in VA?
Asked on December 22, 2010 under General Practice, Virginia
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
If you purchased a new car, you should be covered under many laws in your state, from lemon laws, to warranties of merchantability to UDAP (unfair and deceptive trade practices act). If you purchased it used, you need to check if you purchased it as is or with a warranty. If you purchased as is, you may need to check your state's unfair and deceptive acts law. You may wish to file a complaint with both your state's department of financial institutions and the attorney general's office. The complaint will begin the process to review your claim. If you have a loan on this car, try speaking with the lender about the fraud, and see if that company can help get involved and make the retailer buy back the vehicle.
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