What legal action can I take if I bought a defective used car?
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What legal action can I take if I bought a defective used car?
I recently purchased a used car. Upon driving the car home (200 miles), I noticed the braking system failing. The next morning I took the car into a shop that informed me that the reason the car was having such a hard time braking was because the braking system was being held together but a wire (that was not supposed to be there) the shop owner explained that this was not right at all and that I was simply lucky to be a live. I have the report and also the wire that was used. This car was purchased from an official dealer. I’ve also called the dealer in regards to this and got no reply.
Asked on September 14, 2014 under General Practice, California
Answers:
Anne Brady / Law Office of Anne Brady
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Most lemon laws, as well as federal laws protecting car buyers, do not apply to used cars. There are exceptions, such as when a car dealer sells a warranty with the used car. However, in your case, if the dealer knew that the brakes were being held together by a wire, then his representations to you about the car may well constitute fraud. Consult an attorney in your state about a possible claim for fraud.
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