Legally what can we do if a dealership reneged on a promise to pay for a repair?

Legally what can we do if a dealership reneged on a promise to pay for a repair?

My husband and I purchased a vehicle from an out of state dealership because my husband is in the navy. We bought the vehicle the end of last month but didn’t take delivery of the car until the 7th of this month because of a necessary repair. When the car was delivered the check engine light was on and the dealership said if we took it in they would pay for the repair. The car has been in the shop for a week now awaiting payment so the repair can be done. The dealership has lied to us and ran us around in circles. What can be done legally?

Asked on February 14, 2012 under General Practice, Texas

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