On Aug. 19, CAL LEG passed bill adding further consumer protections.
CAL LEG passed bill AB 1849, to provide greater consumer protections to consumers of travel trailers and motor homes under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act provides consumer warranty protection to buyers of consumer goods, including motor vehicles, and home appliances.
Existing law requires a manufacturer who fails to service goods pursuant to an express warranty, after a reasonable number of attempts, to replace or reimburse the buyer.
Covers motor homes or a portion of a motor home used for human habitation.
Buyer is free to elect reimbursement in lieu of replacement, and in no event will buyer be required by manufacturer to accept a replacement travel trailer or motor home.
Legislative History
On Jan. 17, 2024, bill introduced in Assembly; on May 20, 2024, bill passed Assembly.
On May 21, 2024, bill introduced to Senate; on Jun. 27, 2024, bill passed in Senate.
On Jun. 27, 2024, amendments sent to Assembly; on Aug. 12, Assembly concurred.
On Aug. 19, 2024, bill enrolled and presented to governor; pending governor approval.
Effectiveness
No effective date specified; CAL bills generally effective Jan. 1 next year, Jan. 1, 2025.
