Washington Lemon Law covers used vehicles. However, there are several other types of laws that can be used to help you if you discover that you have purchased a used car lemon. First, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has what is called the rule which requires used car dealers to consumers Buyers Guide with the warranty and other information. If the dealer has in any way failed to comply with the FTC Used Car Rule, you may have the basis for a legal claim.
Second, each state has what is called unfair and deceptive acts and practices (UDAP) laws. If the dealer has, for example, made verbal promises or tell you about issues related to their used car, you may have a cause of action. Third, Washington’s version of the Uniform Commercial Code can provide relief. Continue reading Lemon Law Washington State Used Car
Washington Lemon Laws and the Federal Lemon Law (the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act) compensation of consumers of defective cars Washington and trucks and other vehicles and products, including motorcycles, recreational vehicles, boats, computers and other devices and consumer products. To qualify for the Lemon Law in Washington or the Federal Lemon Law, generally must have a product that has undergone several repair attempts by the factory warranty by the manufacturer. The lemon Compensation Act may include restitution, replacement or cash compensation. The following comments briefly explain Washington’s Lemon Law and how it applies to you.
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Under the Washington State Motor Vehicle Lemon Law, a vehicle is considered a lemon if it has not been repaired after a reasonable number of attempts. Continue reading Lemon Law State of Washington
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