If a new motor vehicle does not conform to all applicable express warranties within the first twelve months of purchase or the first twelve thousand miles of operation, whichever occurs first, and the consumer reports the nonconformity to the manufacturer or its agent during the term of the express warranties, the manufacturer, or its agent, shall make those repairs as are necessary to conform the vehicle to the express warranties at no cost to the consumer, notwithstanding the fact that the repairs are made after the expiration of the term.
HISTORY: 1989 Act No. 142, Section 1.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 28 - Enforcement Of Motor Vehicle Express Warranties
Section 56-28-10. Definitions.
Section 56-28-30. Nonconformity with express warranties; notice required; repairs required.
Section 56-28-40. Replacement of motor vehicle; refund of purchase price.
Section 56-28-60. Informal dispute settlement procedures.
Section 56-28-70. Limitation of actions.
Section 56-28-80. Construction of chapter; reimbursement from dealer prohibited; exception.
Section 56-28-90. State arbitration board may be established.
Section 56-28-100. Repurchased vehicles not to be resold; exceptions.
Section 56-28-110. Notification to subsequent purchasers; penalties for failure to notify.