Used Car Delivered with Check Engine Light On Before Buyer Reached Home
A Carvana vehicle triggered the check engine light within minutes of delivery, indicating the pre-delivery inspection missed or concealed an existing fault. Online car retailers have no in-person handoff where buyers can inspect before signing. This situational gap reflects a recurring pattern in remote car sales.
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