How long does a customer have to request cancellation of a vehicle purchase under MVDA?

Under the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA), a customer has 90 days to request the cancellation of a vehicle purchase. This timeframe is significant as it provides consumers with a reasonable period to assess their purchase decision.

The 90-day period allows the buyer to consider the vehicle’s performance, any potential issues, and their satisfaction with the purchase. It also aligns with consumer protection principles, which aim to ensure that buyers have recourse when they believe they made a purchase under problematic circumstances, such as undisclosed defects or misrepresentation by the dealer.

Moreover, this regulation encourages dealers to provide accurate information and uphold transparency in their sales practices, knowing that consumers have a safety net for a substantial duration after the transaction.