10 §1164. Affirmative defense
Title 10: COMMERCE AND TRADE
Part 3: REGULATION OF TRADE
Chapter 203-A: MANUFACTURER WARRANTIES ON MOTOR VEHICLES HEADING: PL 2003, C. 337, §1 (RPR)
§1164. Affirmative defense
It is an affirmative defense to any claim under this chapter that: [1983, c. 145, (NEW).]
1. Lack of impairment. An alleged nonconformity does not substantially impair the use, safety or value of the motor vehicle; or
[ 1985, c. 220, §4 (AMD) .]
2. Abuse. A nonconformity is the result of abuse, neglect or unauthorized modifications or alterations of a motor vehicle by anyone other than the manufacturer, its agents or authorized dealers since delivery to the consumer.
[ 1983, c. 145, (NEW) .]
SECTION HISTORY
1983, c. 145, (NEW). 1985, c. 220, §4 (AMD).