Full question:
HOW LONG MUST A MFG KEEP SPARE PARTS FOR BOAT REPAIRS?
- Category: Warranties
- Date:
- State: South Carolina
Answer:
The manufacturer's obligations regarding spare parts are typically governed by warranty terms. Warranties often state that if a replacement part is discontinued or unavailable, the manufacturer may substitute it with an equivalent item or offer an upgrade. If parts are lost or damaged, your insurance may cover the cost based on the manufacturer’s latest price guide.
In some cases, a party may claim impossibility as a defense for not fulfilling their contractual obligations. To succeed, they must demonstrate that they did not create the impossibility and could not have foreseen it. Warranties usually address what the manufacturer will do if a replacement part is no longer available.
The buyer's right to require repairs may be limited by the reasonableness of costs or the burden on the seller. If the seller lacks the necessary technology, skills, or personnel, or if obtaining spare parts becomes prohibitively expensive, they may be excused from their obligation to repair.
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