The proposed bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by introducing a new article focused on consumer protection regarding warranties for manufactured homes. It establishes a clear obligation for manufacturers to fulfill their warranty commitments to consumers, ensuring that they bear the costs associated with repairs or replacements of defective homes. The bill outlines the definitions of key terms such as "consumer," "dealer," "defect," and "manufacturer," and specifies the responsibilities of both manufacturers and dealers in disclosing repairs and addressing warranty issues.

Additionally, the bill provides consumers with enhanced legal remedies, allowing them to take civil action against manufacturers if their homes do not conform to express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts. It includes provisions for a written statement to be provided to consumers at the time of purchase, informing them of their rights under state law. The legislation also mandates the establishment of a third-party dispute resolution process overseen by the Attorney General, ensuring that consumers have access to fair mechanisms for resolving warranty disputes. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen consumer rights and hold manufacturers accountable for the quality and reliability of their products.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 46A-6O-1, 46A-6O-2, 46A-6O-3, 46A-6O-4, 46A-6O-5, 46A-6O-6, 46A-6O-7, 46A-6O-8, 46A-6O-9, 46A-6O-10