First Edition breaks during delivery… “Service 4x4” and “Service vehicle soon” warning messages

[Quick]

I don’t think you should have driven it. Probably didn’t hurt anything but but you could have canceled the deal right there. You may still be able to cancel it. I believe most states give you a set time period to cancel.

CT doesn’t have a cooling off period, and the contract had been signed. Either way, we are where we are.

If this takes an extended period of time to resolve, I will seek a buy-back for full price or a lemon buy-back

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[ex_nyer]

CT doesn’t have a cooling off period, and the contract had been signed. Either way, we are where we are.

If this takes an extended period of time to resolve, I will seek a buy-back for full price or a lemon buy-back

I think there is a 3 day 'cooling off' clause in CT for new car purchases. I know there is for many other types of contracts.

 

[Quick]

I think there is a 3 day 'cooling off' clause in CT for new car purchases. I know there is for many other types of contracts.

Not according to this:
https://portal.ct.gov/DCP/Common-Elements/Common-Elements/Quick-Facts-About-Consumer-Contracts

 

[Tonka Bronka]

CT doesn’t have a cooling off period, and the contract had been signed. Either way, we are where we are.

If this takes an extended period of time to resolve, I will seek a buy-back for full price or a lemon buy-back

Understood.

 

[Drex]

I don’t think you should have driven it. Probably didn’t hurt anything but but you could have canceled the deal right there. You may still be able to cancel it. I believe most states give you a set time period to cancel.

While I have no doubt you believe it, it is not true for contracts other than door to door sales in most or all States, timeshares in most States, couple other exceptions depending on the State that don't include going to a dealer and buying a car. It is a very common old wives tale that gets repeated enough that people believe it without question.

I doubt even the more crazy States have a vehicle contract escape period, most assuredly though, it is not 'most', one or two at the upper end, if any at all.

 

[ex_nyer]

Not according to this:
https://portal.ct.gov/DCP/Common-Elements/Common-Elements/Quick-Facts-About-Consumer-Contracts

Thanks, that looks pretty official, you learn something everyday. Good luck, what part of the state are you in? I'm hoping to pick up my Bronco soon but all these quality issues are getting me a little concerned.

 

[Quick]

Thanks, that looks pretty official, you learn something everyday. Good luck, what part of the state are you in? I'm hoping to pick up my Bronco soon but all these quality issues are getting me a little concerned.

I’m down in Stamford.

I think the car suffers from some new car issues, but I don’t think it’s any worse than any other car. My diesel Gladiator had EGR issues when I first got it, just not within 10 minutes of ownership.

 

[ex_nyer]

I’m down in Stamford.

I think the car suffers from some new car issues, but I don’t think it’s any worse than any other car. My diesel Gladiator had EGR issues when I first got it, just not within 10 minutes of ownership.

Yeah, I think it's a little more frustrating now because of parts shortages and long waits for the delivery. Good luck, I hope you enjoy your new Bronco. The dealer in Norwalk has a FE listed for sale?

 

[dgorsett]

My $.02. Betting it's the transfer case shift motor or software. While checking out GOAT modes it shifted into 4x4 and due to bad part or software did not shift out. This would explain "lurching" etc on the return drive from drivetrain bind.

 

[Dads_bronze_bronco]

My $.02. Betting it's the transfer case shift motor or software. While checking out GOAT modes it shifted into 4x4 and due to bad part or software did not shift out. This would explain "lurching" etc on the return drive from drivetrain bind.

My bet is most of the gremlin warning light problems people are experiencing is loose connections or bad chips, not mechanical. There seem to be a lot of loose fittings, ground wires, cable ties, fuse trays, etc. reported. Not sure if the problem is robots needing calibration, or people missing steps trying to keep pace because they are unfamiliar with the job.

If mine ever gets scheduled, I am going to be spending the first few weeks crawling around checking everything.

 

[Coloradonatives]

Wow- It's your first new car? Welcome to reality- and warranty

 

[Quick]

Wow- It's your first new car? Welcome to reality- and warranty

I hope you’re question is directed at someone else?

it’s my 63rd new car. One I paid a significant premium to have now vs wait a year for. If they can’t provide that to me within the appropriate time period, then per the law they will be returning my funds.

Additionally, the PDI should actually perform the “I” portion and ensure the car works before delivering to a customer.

 

[ex_nyer]

Wow- It's your first new car? Welcome to reality- and warranty

What? Where did that come from, I don't think Quick said it was his first new vehicle. And even if it were, the REALITY is a new $ 60k vehicle should not crap the bed the first few days you own it. As for the warranty, what good is a warranty if there are no parts to fix it? The guy is concerned I would be too.

 

[phocion]

Honestly, if mine's gonna fail, I hope it's during the dealer demo. Best of luck to you, and keep us appraised.

 

[MayhemMike]

The state I reside in allows you to return a vehicle up to three days after purchase. Full refund. Hopefully your state also provides that option if you so desire to cancel the deal. Good luck.

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