Rental Car Breakdown Liability

Summary

In Texas, renters are generally not liable for normal wear and tear on rental cars. If you didnt sign an agreement regarding vehicle maintenance, you likely arent responsible for issues like engine overheating due to improper coolant levels. Contact the Travis County Courthouse for further guidance.

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I was driving a rental car and it broke down at no fault of mine. the owner is now trying to sue us
What state did this incident occur in, ****? Different states have different laws regarding rental car agreements and liabilities.
Texas
What was the specific reason given by the owner for suing you? In Texas, rental car companies generally can't hold renters liable for normal wear and tear.
The engine locked up due to the engine overheating. The engine coolant was not filled properly
Did you sign any agreement with the rental company regarding the maintenance of the vehicle? In Texas, renters are typically not responsible for normal wear and tear.
No
In Texas, if you didn't sign any agreement about vehicle maintenance, you're generally not liable for normal wear and tear. Contact your nearest court: Travis County Courthouse, (*) *-*.