NM Court of Appeals reaffirms that failure to disclose prior accidents is a UPA Violation
Ms. Hernandez bought a used car from Outwest Auto Corral. The dealership didn’t provide the required paperwork about the car’s prior accident, minimizing the extent of the prior damage and repairs. The Court of Appeals determined this failure to fully disclose was a violation of New Mexico’s Unfair Practices Act (UPA), allowing Ms. Hernandez to collect damages from the dealership.
This decision reinforces consumer protections, ensuring that car buyers receive accurate information about the vehicles they’re purchasing. For consumers, it highlights the importance of proper disclosures from sellers and the legal recourse available if those disclosures aren’t made.