What happens to Trucks that are returned under lemon laws?

[zlman]

I bought a 2002 GMC Yukon XL that was a buyback from CA. Some issue with the air leveling/damper system I believe.
I drove that truck for 18 trouble free years, these vehicles can be a huge savings; just do your due diligence.

 

[HemiDude]

Looking at the inventory of buy back cars at Bill Luke CDJR I was surprised to see the amount of imports and in one instance a 2019 Warlock with over 50k miles. I guess I don't understand what would trigger a buy back situation on a vehicle that was clearly out of the warranty period.

Depends on which warranty. You are referring to. Emissions warranty could have still been in play

 

[Tyee]

Depends on which warranty. You are referring to. Emissions warranty could have still been in play

Good point, might not pass emissions in one state but it could in another state.

 

[OldMarine]

I wouldn't say no risk. If it was bought back it's probably because they couldn't fix an issue with the truck. Which means you're probably buying a truck with an issue that couldn't be fixed. Potentially going through multiple dealership visits with the truck sitting at the dealership for days, weeks, or months. Even if they eventually find the cause there may be a waiting period for any parts that may be needed to fix the issue. I don't see that as no risk.

well, I mean, if someone is so unaware that they just buy a "buy back" car without checking out why it was bought back, and if the problem was fixed.....well....I guess they are taking a little risk. But the car would be still under factory warranty, so there should be no risk to the new owner money-wise.

 

[bigdodge]

I would like to believe that with all the advertising carfax does people should know to look up any used car.

but then again........