CarMax Sells Vehicles with Undisclosed Pre-Existing Mechanical Defects
Buyers discover significant mechanical failures — transmission issues, timing belt failures, keyless entry failures — shortly after purchasing CarMax-certified vehicles. Defects appear pre-existing but are not disclosed at sale or discoverable through provided inspection records. CarMax's dispute resolution process is slow and dismissive, leaving buyers with large unexpected repair costs.
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