Extended Warranty Claims Process Leaves Buyers Without a Vehicle for Weeks
A Carvana buyer's vehicle developed serious mechanical issues under warranty, but the third-party warranty administrator (SilverRock) caused repeated delays: wrong parts ordered, disputes between the repair shop and administrator, insufficient diagnostic time approved, and a forced transfer to another shop the buyer had to arrange themselves. Rental reimbursement caps left the buyer paying out of pocket while missing work and going without a vehicle for an extended period.
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