My vehicle recently was covered by a "silent or hidden warrantee" that
only became known to me through continued pressure on the dealer about
an obvious deficiency. The problem was rectified free of charge. Where
can I find examples and a listing of current unadvertised warrantees?

Good evening Brudenell,

My search returned the following results for places to find examples
and listings of unadvertised warranties:


The Center for Auto Safety

The Center for Auto Safety (CAS) provides information on common
problems and advice on how to resolve them for most models on the
road.

“This information comes in consumer information packages by make and
model which are designed to empower consumers to take on the most
resistant manufacturers and get vehicles fixed for free or replaced.”

You may search online for the make and model of your car here:
http://www.autosafety.org/

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A good place to get information about hidden car warranties is from
Lemon-aid.

“Few car owners know secret car warranties exist. Carmakers are
reluctant to make these free repair programs public because they feel
it would weaken confidence in their product and increase their legal
liability. Most motorists who get compensated for repairs to blown
engines and burnt transmissions or paint that has turned chalky white
or peeled away, are the ones who read Lemon-Aid each year, produce
automaker service bulletins, and yell the loudest.”

A comprehensive explanation of hidden warranties and a number of
examples can be found here:
http://lemonaidcars.com/secret_warranties.htm
http://lemonaidcars.com/update.htm

Lemon-aid Car Guides:

It's the only publication that lists hundreds of secret warranties and
service tips now in effect for 1987-2002 cars and minivans. Lemon-Aid
will tell you exactly what may go wrong today or tomorrow with your
present vehicle or the one you may purchase.
http://lemonaidcars.com/background.htm

You may purchase Lemon-aid Car Guides at Amazon
http://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/index=books-ca&field-keywords=Phil%20Edmonston&bq=1/701-7019258-5989128


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Alldata:

Another good resource is the Recall Notice and Technical Service
Bulletin Titles 1982-2003 provided by Alldata. You may search for a
recall notice or TSB title for your vehicle here:
http://www.alldata.com/recalls/index.html


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Technical Service Bulletins Database

The Technical Service Bulletins Search Engine will allow searches of
summaries of the Manufacturers' Technical Service Bulletins by single
year, make and model. An optional item of Vehicle Component may be
selected to help narrow the focus of the search.
http://www.nhtsa.org/cars/problems/tsb/index.cfm

Defects Investigation Database

The Investigations Search Engine will allow searches of current and
past NHTSA Investigations of vehicles, tires and equipment opened
since 1972, by single year, make or model.
http://www.nhtsa.org/cars/problems/defect/index.cfm

Consumer Complaints
 
The Consumer Complaints Search Engine will allow searches of consumer
complaints regarding safety related motor vehicle and motor vehicle
equipment by make, model and year.
http://www.nhtsa.org/cars/problems/complain/index.cfm


Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
http://www.nhtsa.org/


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Here are some “Secret" and Extended Chrsyler Warranties
http://www.allpar.com/fix/secret-warranties.html

Secret warranties for the Dodge Intrepid, Chrysler Concorde, and Eagle
Vision (first generation).
http://www.allpar.com/model/intrepid.html


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Additional information that may interest you:

Hidden Warranties and Secret Warranties Website
http://www.hiddenwarranties.com/hw/index.html
http://www.swopnet.com/hw/contents.html

Auto Problems?  By Roger McCoy  

“There is more you should you know about the warranties.
10TV's Roger McCoy shows you how to find out. Stand up for your
consumer rights. Don't get stuck with costly repairs if your
automobile has a problem. “
Source: WBNS TV News
http://www.wbns10tv.com/news/connected/warranty022001.php?story=warranty022001


Search Criteria:
Hidden Car Warranties


Thank you for your question and I hope this response has provided you
with the information you were seeking.

Best Regards,
Bobbie7-ga

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Clarification of Answer by bobbie7-ga on 05 Dec 2002 16:27 PST

Brudenell, thanks again for the 5 stars and the generous tip! I really
appreciate it.

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Request for Answer Clarification by brudenell-ga on 08 Dec 2002 15:58 PST

Thanks for your assistance on Question ID: 121305 !

I look forward to future Q & A!!

Best Regards

Brudenell

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Clarification of Answer by bobbie7-ga on 08 Dec 2002 16:28 PST

Youīre very welcome, Brudenell!
See you soon.
--Bobbie7-ga

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Request for Answer Clarification by brudenell-ga on 09 Dec 2002 16:39 PST

HELP! Can you find an MP3 re:121305? Brudenell

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Clarification of Answer by bobbie7-ga on 09 Dec 2002 16:46 PST

Dear Brudenell,

I would be glad to help you if I could. Unfortunately I was not able
to locate the MP3  of "Does Santa Claus Sleep With His Whiskers Over
or Under The Sheet?" I couldnīt even find the words to it. The only
thing I found was the CD where it is included.

Sincerely,
Bobbie7-ga

P.S. Iīll take another look just in case.

Thatīs the reason why I only posted the where to buy the CD i

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Request for Answer Clarification by brudenell-ga on 09 Dec 2002 17:29 PST

Thank you for your help. I am wondering now if there are 'advanced'
tactics that could be used in this quest. Your assistance is very much
appreciated. Brudenell

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Clarification of Answer by bobbie7-ga on 09 Dec 2002 17:44 PST

I do not know of 'advanced' tactics that could be used but Iīll see
what I can find out.

GOOD WORK. All the information and links that I need. You have saved
me time searching the web (not my favourite passtime)!