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The Puerto Rico Supreme Court reversed the Court of Appeals and confirmed the Department of Consumer Affairs' order to rescind the vehicle purchase contract, holding that the same warranty standard applies to used vehicles as new vehicles.
Polanco López v. Cacique Motors: Used Vehicle Warranty Rights
What Happened
Diosdada Polanco López purchased a used vehicle from Cacique Motors and Firstbank Puerto Rico. The buyer discovered problems with the vehicle and filed a complaint with Puerto Rico's Department of Consumer Affairs, claiming the seller breached the contract and failed to meet warranty standards.
What the Court Decided
Puerto Rico's Supreme Court ruled in favor of Polanco López. The court reversed a lower court's decision and confirmed that used vehicles must meet the same warranty standards as new vehicles. The court ordered the vehicle purchase contract to be cancelled, allowing the buyer to return the car.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling protects workers as consumers. It establishes that companies cannot offer lower-quality protections on used goods simply because they're secondhand. Workers buying used vehicles—often a necessity for transportation to jobs—have the same legal protections as those buying new ones. This decision strengthens consumer rights and holds sellers accountable for product quality, regardless of whether items are new or used.
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