Hi
I purchased a 2005 Renault Scenic from a Non Renault Dealer in September 2009.
It is a diesil and now has 71000 on the clock.
It came with a 3 month warranty, which of course has expired.
On Friday 11 June 2010, the Scenic's engine is now needing to be replaced following a disturbing knocking noise.
A garage I drove into diagnosed this as a worn crankshaft and worn Big end bearings, causing the piston to hit the head of the engine. The car has only done 71000 miles and is 5 years old. I am disgusted that Renault can produce an engine that only lasts 5 years and only does 71000 miles. The vehicle has a full service history and was last serviced 2 months ago by the dealer I purchased the car from.
Do I have any recourse under the Sale of Goods act with the dealership I purchased from?
Can I force them to pay towards the cost of the new engine?
What are my options?
Thanks
Glenn
I purchased a 2005 Renault Scenic from a Non Renault Dealer in September 2009.
It is a diesil and now has 71000 on the clock.
It came with a 3 month warranty, which of course has expired.
On Friday 11 June 2010, the Scenic's engine is now needing to be replaced following a disturbing knocking noise.
A garage I drove into diagnosed this as a worn crankshaft and worn Big end bearings, causing the piston to hit the head of the engine. The car has only done 71000 miles and is 5 years old. I am disgusted that Renault can produce an engine that only lasts 5 years and only does 71000 miles. The vehicle has a full service history and was last serviced 2 months ago by the dealer I purchased the car from.
Do I have any recourse under the Sale of Goods act with the dealership I purchased from?
Can I force them to pay towards the cost of the new engine?
What are my options?
Thanks
Glenn