Carvana Automated Lien Detection Rejects Valid Clear Titles
Carvana's vehicle purchase system incorrectly flags cleared third-party liens as active, refusing to process sales even when customers hold state-issued clear titles and updated AutoCheck reports. The automated system lacks a manual override path, trapping customers in an unresolvable loop.
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