If I found out that there were pre-existing problems wih my car, is the dealer responsible to fix the damages due to non-disclosure prior to purchase?
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If I found out that there were pre-existing problems wih my car, is the dealer responsible to fix the damages due to non-disclosure prior to purchase?
I leased a car 9 months ago “as is” and currently still making payments. The car was in an accident and was discovered to have damages that were more severe and pre-exisiting. These damages were not were not disclosed when purchased (the problems were due to a hitch that was attatched to the vehicle by a previous owner). Is the dealership responsible for the repairs? I can get the statements from my adjuster and insurance company with the damages, etc.
Asked on June 22, 2012 under General Practice, Kentucky
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Assuming the auto dealer that leased you the vehicle that you have in your possession knew or should have known about the problems with it that you are writing about, it should under the law be responsible for the repairs since your own adjuster has opined that the issues existed prior to you taking possession of the rental.
Getting a statement from your claims adjuster and submitting such to the dealership that leased you the vehicle with all other necessary documentation to show the pre-existing damage would go a long way in making your case that the dealership foot the bill for such repairs and not you.
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