SB 578
Relating to consumer protection and new motor vehicle warranties
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- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia’s consumer protection laws regarding new motor vehicle warranties. It expands the definition of ‘motor vehicle’ to include motor homes, specifically clarifying that express warranties apply to all parts of new motor homes. The bill ensures that consumers, including those transferring ownership of motor homes, have protections when a new vehicle doesn’t meet the terms of its express warranty.
Key provisions
- Expands the definition of ‘motor vehicle’ to include motor homes.
- Clarifies that express warranties apply to all parts of new motor homes.
- Defines ‘consumer’ to include those transferring ownership of motor homes.
- Defines ‘manufacturer’ based on vehicle distribution volume.
- Defines ‘manufacturer’s express warranty’ as the written warranty provided by the vehicle manufacturer.
Who is affected
- Consumers
- Motor vehicle purchasers
- Motor vehicle dealers
- Motor vehicle manufacturers
- Motor home owners
Notable changes
- Includes motor homes within the definition of ‘motor vehicle’.
- Specifies warranty coverage for all components of motor homes.
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