Used Car Transmission Issue

Summary

If you bought a used car in Tennessee and the dealer didnt disclose a transmission issue, you might have a case under the Tennessee Used Car Lemon Law. Document all communications, get a written statement from a mechanic, and consult a consumer protection lawyer.

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I recently purchased a used vehicle through a car lot and was told the vehicle had no issues but wouldn’t start so the company replaced a component and said it was good to go I drove it and contacted them informing them it wouldn’t go in gear and had it towed back to them. They said they fixed the problem and it was a hose on the intake manifold and that the transmission of that torque converter spun to fast but just to turn the vehicle off and on and that would fix the problem. I took it to a mechanic near me and they informed me the transmission was going out and a hose would not cause the issue it was having and that the company had to know the transmission was going. When I called to inform the company they said I knew what I was buying and they would not refund or help with the cost of a transmission. I have not been able to drive a vehicle since first purchasing The vehicle. What can I do legally
Hi ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide accurate information, could you please tell me where you're located as the laws regarding used vehicle sales can vary by country and state/province?
Tennessee
In Tennessee:
- The Tennessee Used Car Lemon Law covers used cars that have a major mechanical issue within the first 30 days of purchase.
- The law only applies if the dealer didn't disclose the issue at the time of sale.
- You may want to consult with a lawyer for further guidance.
The dealer did not disclose the transmission issue he stated there was no transmission issue
Based on your situation, you may have a case under the Tennessee Used Car Lemon Law. You should:
- Document all communications with the dealer
- Get a written statement from the mechanic about the transmission issue
- Consult with a lawyer specializing in consumer protection laws.
Do you know of any lawyers
I'm sorry, but as a FreeLawChat representative, I'm unable to provide specific lawyer recommendations. However, you can search for consumer protection lawyers in Tennessee online or through your local bar association's lawyer referral service.
Thank you for your time
You're welcome, ****. If you need further assistance or have more questions in the future, don't hesitate to contact us. Good luck with your situation.
Thank you
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your vehicle issue. To provide accurate assistance, could you please tell me where you're located? Different jurisdictions have various laws on used vehicle sales.