{"id":352659,"date":"2016-04-04T10:42:05","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T15:42:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/consumer\/lemon-law\/secret-warranties-recalls-and-lemons.html"},"modified":"2024-04-28T03:08:00","modified_gmt":"2024-04-28T08:08:00","slug":"secret-warranties-recalls-and-lemons","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/consumer\/lemon-law\/secret-warranties-recalls-and-lemons.html","title":{"rendered":"Manufacturer Warranty Repairs: Secret Warranties, Recalls, and Lemons"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Manufacturer Warranty Repairs: Secret Warranties, Recalls, and Lemons<\/h1>\n
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\n By Natalie Moritz<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Buying a new car is a significant purchase for most consumers. Any vehicle you buy<\/a> should be safe to drive and free from defects and malfunctions. However, some vehicles hit the market with hidden flaws that affect their performance, safety, and reliability.<\/p>\r\n

Some consumers are unaware there are potential remedies if a newly purchased vehicle is not mechanically sound. Automotive manufacturers are responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of their vehicles<\/a>. Some situations warrant a free repair or even a replacement vehicle.<\/p>\r\n

Three protections that can prevent car buyers from absorbing repair expenses or driving a dangerous vehicle are:<\/p>\r\n