The Jammu and Kashmir High Court on Thursday dismissed an appeal filed by Maruti Suzuki, holding both the company and its dealer accountable for not addressing a manufacturing defect in a customer’s car during its warranty period.
“The company and its dealer failed to rectify a manufacturing defect during the warranty period,” the judgment stated.
This decision highlights the accountability of automobile manufacturers and dealers for product quality and after-sale service. It underscores the legal consequences when warranty terms are not met, strengthening consumer confidence in the judicial system.
Author’s Summary: The Jammu and Kashmir High Court upheld a Rs 7 lakh refund, ruling that Maruti Suzuki failed to resolve a confirmed manufacturing defect during the vehicle’s warranty.