Retailer-manufacturer warranty responsibility deflection
Consumers caught between retailers and manufacturers when filing warranty claims find each party redirecting them to the other, resulting in unresolved claims. Promised resolutions such as gift cards or replacements fail to materialize, leaving customers financially exposed.
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