Maine Revised Statutes
Chapter 203-A: MANUFACTURER WARRANTIES ON MOTOR VEHICLES
10 §1164. Affirmative defense

§1164. Affirmative defense
It is an affirmative defense to any claim under this chapter that:   [PL 1983, c. 145 (NEW).]
1.  Lack of impairment.  An alleged nonconformity does not substantially impair the use, safety or value of the motor vehicle; or  
[PL 1985, c. 220, §4 (AMD).]
2.  Abuse.  A nonconformity is the result of abuse, neglect or unauthorized modifications or alterations of a motor vehicle by anyone other than the manufacturer, its agents or authorized dealers since delivery to the consumer.  
[PL 1983, c. 145 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 145 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 220, §4 (AMD).