Is a 60-day warranty legal?

A national dealership is only offering a 60-day warranty, I thought that by law the consumer was protected for longer. Who is right?

Asked on 20 July 2022 by Andrew Holder

Answered by Dan Powell

A car warranty and the 2015 Consumer Rights Act are two very different things.

A warranty is a voluntary agreement with the seller that will guarantee a set level of aftermarket service. The 2015 Consumer Rights Act covers your legal rights that may require lengthy and costly court action to enforce.

If the dealer is unwilling to give you a minimum of a six-month warranty, I would assume they have little confidence in the quality of the car.

For your consumer rights, see: www.honestjohn.co.uk/how-to-reject-a-car-your-cons.../

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