Online Used-Car Buyer Receives Vehicle With Undisclosed Suspension Damage
A Carvana customer discovered severe suspension damage and mismatched parts on a vehicle whose Carfax report showed no accidents or repairs, spending over $2,000 attempting repairs before learning the true condition. Carvana did not respond to complaints about the vehicle's inaccurate history and inspection records.
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