The Magnuson Moss Warranty Act: A hidden gem most consumers do not know about
Certainly, we have all heard of the lemon law at one time or another. Every State has one and they are designed to protect car owners when their ride turns sour. But, what if you fall outside the lemon law provisions? Perhaps, you live in Pennsylvania, and your problem occurred at 13,000 miles, rather than 12,000? Or you have a used car with a manufacturers warranty and the check engine light just will not go off? Is the manufacturer off the hook? Is the consumer out of luck? The answer is no.
There’s a little known Federal law called the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act, that’s not discussed by car dealerships when you purchase your car. It’s a statute that is not heavily promoted or publicized but it applies to cars, or any products that cost over $25 and are covered by a manufacturers warranty. What is says is that if you find that you have to get your car repaired three or more times for the same thing, it means that the warranty has not proven to efficient or very effective.
And for that reason, you could be entitled to monies that reflect the diminished value of the car as a result of the problem. So, that darn window motor that’s been replaced, the air conditioner that hasn’t been blowing cool air, the water leak in the trunk that was finally fixed after four tries, or that nav system that’s gone through quite a few upgrades could mean thousands in your pocket PLUS**You get to keep your car**Your warranty remains completely in effect and they still have to fix your car. **Your car is not branded in any way (like the lemon law)**You do not disclose that you received this money when selling or trading your car. **Like the Lemon Law, the Magnuson Moss provides a provision which entitles consumers to completely free legal help, so they are on equal footing with the manufacturers. And unlike the lemon law, this law can apply to used cars.
You read this right–This is free money and it applies to any car or truck which is still under an original or extended manufacturers warranty. If you think you may be entitled to money under the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act, click here and we will be glad to contact you to further discuss your claim.
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September 10th, 2009 at 9:24 am
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March 1st, 2010 at 9:11 am
I have a 5th wheel rv that I purchased new in June 2009. I have had multiple problems with this rv and have it it in the repair shop multilpe times for repairs. New proplems continue to pop up. I pucrchased this rv in NY and I understand there is no lemon law on non motorized problems such heat,ac and plumbling. Can I return this RV for a new one or get money refunded?
March 23rd, 2010 at 3:21 am
We have an 08′ Silverado, and at 16000 miles the accelerator pedal gave out and an “engine power reduced” light came on. The car would gimp around at no more than about 5-10 mph until it was serviced.
It’s in the shop for the 7th time at less than 40xxx miles, and we just don’t know what to do. We’re in contact with the BBB, but GM has flat out told us they will not work with us, despite failing to remedy the problem repeatedly. The 4th occurrence was 2000 miles outside of lemon law, so according to them we have no legal recourse at this point but to trade it in or buy a new one (And go through this again? Fat chance!)
We’ve lost all faith in this vehicle. We used to enjoy frequent camping and rock-climbing trips, but have had to completely abandon our activities for fear the truck will leave us stranded in a dangerous situation. It’s had this issue several times on the freeway, and I can’t help but think it’s a ticking time bomb.
Even though it’s outside of Arizona Lemon Law, could this act possibly get GM to buy it back? I’m scared to death of this vehicle. Buying our first new car shouldn’t have been like this… What can I do?
March 23rd, 2010 at 3:24 am
We have an 08′ Silverado, and at 16000 miles the accelerator pedal gave out and an “engine power reduced” light came on. The car would gimp around at no more than about 5-10 mph until it was serviced.
It’s in the shop for the 7th time at less than 40xxx miles, and we just don’t know what to do. We’re in contact with the BBB, but GM has flat out told us they will not work with us, despite failing to remedy the problem repeatedly. The 4th occurrence was 2000 miles outside of lemon law, so according to them we have no legal recourse at this point but to trade it in or buy a new one (And go through this again? Fat chance!)
We’ve lost all faith in this vehicle. We used to enjoy frequent camping and rock-climbing trips, but have had to completely abandon our activities for fear the truck will leave us stranded in a dangerous situation. It’s had this issue several times on the freeway, and I can’t help but think it’s a ticking time bomb.
Even though it’s outside of Arizona Lemon Law, could this act possibly get GM to buy it back? I’m scared to death of this vehicle. Buying our first new car shouldn’t have been like this… What can I do?