What to do if a dealership read my odometer incorrectly and I used that car for a trade-in?
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What to do if a dealership read my odometer incorrectly and I used that car for a trade-in?
I bought a new car 2 days ago paid cash. They said they read the odometer wrong – 23,000 vs. 123,000. They want a revised title sheet that they filled out to start with; after 2 people reviewed the car. I have a signed agreement that I sold used car as is (trade). I have a signed agreement for purchase of new car at an agreed price of $19,000. I gave the title with correct information and miles. Therefore, deal is done no additional money is required, correct?
Asked on January 26, 2012 under General Practice, South Dakota
Answers:
Daniel Bowen / Daniel D. Bowen, Attorney at Law
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Did you complete the odometer statement regarding your trade in? Did you telly them that your car had 100k+ miles. If they knew that your car had over 100k miles you should be ok. If you did not tell them and they did not know the dealer may have a claim against you.
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