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Turbo failed after one month - can I reject the car?

We bought a used Ford Focus from a dealer one month ago and now the turbo has failed. We’ve been told the repairs will cost £1600. Where do I stand in refusing the car now and asking for money back or asking the seller to fix at their cost?

Asked on 9 January 2014 by Claire Cox

Answered by Honest John
Unless they can prove that you damaged the turbo, they are legally liable for the full cost of the repair:
www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/consumer-rights/
It's a very common problem:
www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/ford/focus-2004/?sec...d
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