Matters Lawyers Handle in This Sector
- Warranty denials and repeat repair attempts
- Recall and safety defect concerns
- Dealer disclosure and prior-use issues
- Service contract and protection plan disputes
Your Rights
- Written reasons for warranty decisions
- Access to service and repair records
- Escalation above the dealer to the manufacturer
- CAMVAP arbitration where available and eligible
How to Escalate a Matter
1Dealer, then manufacturer customer relations
First steps, in writing, with a case reference.
2Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP)
Arbitration for eligible new-vehicle defect disputes.
3Provincial dealer regulator / consumer office
Sales conduct and disclosure.
Escalation routes and their requirements change. Confirm the current process before relying on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is it worth involving a lawyer rather than arbitrating?
- Arbitration programs are free or low-cost and suit defect and warranty claims. A lawyer matters where there is alleged misrepresentation at sale, significant consequential loss, or the vehicle is a commercial asset.
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