- 1). Pay attention to the type of smell. Some odors indicate major problems with the vehicle; others suggest nothing more than the need to clean carpets and seats. Find out where the smell is coming from.
- 2). Inform the dealership about the smell. If the smell was not noticeable during a test drive and it only comes on at specific times, such as when the air conditioning is on, tell the dealership. Ask the dealership to take the vehicle back. Some dealerships might take the vehicle back, depending on the smell and the situation.
- 3). Take the automobile to a mechanic and have it checked for problems. Odd smells in the vehicle are sometimes a sign of serious problems. For example, according to 2 Car Pros, the smell of rotten eggs indicates a radiator leak. A mechanic can find any other problems with the vehicle. Many dealerships will take the vehicle back after receiving a mechanic's report stating that the smell is related to a serious problem with the vehicle.
- 4). Talk to a lawyer who specializes in lemon laws. Every state has lemon laws, but the laws' allowances differ by state. Show the lawyer evidence of the sale and the mechanic report outlining the cause of the smell. The sale evidence will show when the vehicle was purchased while the mechanic report will show the problem. Depending on the lemon laws in your state, the dealership will take back the vehicle.
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