Warranty of Defects
A warranty of defects is one of the most common types of warranties that you may find within a contract. It states that the seller guarantees a product to be free from defects. This type of warranty applies only to products that are sold by the seller, not those that the buyer has modified from the original product. If a buyer finds a defect in the product after purchasing it, they may be able to return the product or ask for a replacement free of cost.
It is important to note that the warranty of defects is not an insurance type of warranty. It does not protect the buyer in case of damage due to normal wear and tear or accidents. Furthermore, it does not provide protection against defects caused by improper use or lack of care. For example, if a buyer purchases a phone and accidently drops it in water, the warranty of defects would not cover the cost of repairing it.
In order for a warranty of defects to be valid, the following criteria must be met:
• The defect must exist for a certain period of time (usually between six months to one year).
• The defect must be caused by a manufacturing fault and not any other cause.
• The defect must be due to the failure of parts or defects in the materials.
• The defect must be a substantial issue which affects the value of the product.
• The defect must be verifiable by both the seller and the buyer.
If any of these criteria are not met, then the warranty of defects will not be valid.
When a buyer finds a defect in a product, they should contact the seller immediately. The seller will inspect the product to verify that the defect exists and determine if it is covered by the warranty of defects. If the defect is covered, the seller may offer to repair the product or offer a replacement item free of charge. If the defect is not covered, the buyer may still be able to return the item and get a refund, provided that the terms and conditions of the warranty are met.
In conclusion, a warranty of defects is a legally binding promise that a seller makes to a buyer that a product is free from defects. It does not cover damages due to normal wear and tear, accidents, or lack of care, and certain criteria must be met in order for it to be valid. If a buyer finds a defect in the product covered by the warranty, they should contact the seller immediately in order to have it repaired or replaced.
