§ 14-1401
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§14–1401.
(a)In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(1)“Adjustment program” means a program or policy:
(i)That expands or extends a warranty beyond its stated limit; or
(ii)Under which a manufacturer undertakes or offers to pay or reimburse a consumer, whether directly or indirectly, for all or a part of the cost of repairing a condition that may substantially affect the durability, reliability, or performance of a motor vehicle.
(2)“Adjustment program” does not include:
(i)Service provided under a safety or emissions related recall campaign; or
(ii)Adjustments made by a manufacturer on a case–by–case basis.
(c)“Consumer” means:
(1)The purchaser, other than for purposes of resale, of a new motor vehicle;
(2)A lessee of a motor vehicle;
(3)A person to whom a new motor vehicle is transferred during the duration of the warranty applicable to the motor vehicle; or
(4)A person who is entitled under the terms of the warranty to enforce its obligations.
(d)“Dealer” means a person who sells or leases motor vehicles under a retail agreement with a manufacturer or distributor, or an agent of a manufacturer or distributor.
(e)“Lessee” means a consumer who leases a motor vehicle under a written lease that provides that the lessee is responsible for repairs to the motor vehicle.
(f)“Manufacturer” means a person who:
(1)Manufactures or assembles new motor vehicles for sale or distribution; or
(2)Is engaged in the business of importing new motor vehicles for sale or distribution to dealers or through distributors or factory branches.
(g)“Motor vehicle” means a vehicle that:
(1)Is used for the private transportation of individuals and their personal belongings; and
(2)Has a maximum capacity of 10 individuals, including the driver.