New York · used cars
Used cars in New York do not borrow the new-car law — they have their own. Section 198-b requires the selling dealer to give a written warranty on covered systems, with the term set by the odometer at sale. Price at least $1,500; under 100,000 miles at sale.
| Miles at sale | Dealer warranty term | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| 18,001–36,000 | 90 days or 4,000 miles | Engine, transmission, drive axle, brakes, steering, and the other systems listed in §198-b |
| 36,001–79,999 | 60 days or 3,000 miles | |
| 80,000–100,000 | 30 days or 1,000 miles |
If the dealer cannot repair a covered defect within the warranty, §198-b obliges the dealer to repair, replace, or refund under the statute's terms. The claim runs against the dealer — not the manufacturer. Below 18,001 miles at sale, check the new-car law first: a defect reported within 18,000 miles of ORIGINAL delivery may still be a §198-a case.
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