A resident of Nizhny Novgorod pursued a large settlement after a defective car purchase
A resident of Nizhny Novgorod attempted to file a lawsuit demanding 23 million rubles, claiming a car bought for 1.6 million rubles was defective. The information comes from the Telegram channel Ni Mash, which serves as a local news outlet for such consumer disputes. In this case, the buyer, Vladimir, reported that he purchased a Kia Sportage in 2019 for 1.6 million rubles. Within a year, the vehicle’s engine failed, which led to a warranty repair by the dealer. When the problem resurfaced, Vladimir took legal action to seek substantial compensation and the return of the vehicle. He presented his case with the aim of obtaining 20 million rubles in damages plus the return of the car. The court reportedly found merit in Vladimir’s claims and granted a judgment in his favor, ordering the dealer to pay 6.5 million rubles to the buyer as a remedy for the defective Kia. The ruling was described as surprising by some observers, but it reflected the judge’s assessment of the car’s repeated failures and the dealership’s handling of the situation. (Source: Ni Mash Telegram channel)
In October of the same year, the owner of a Kia Sportage in Naberezhnye Chelny was involved in another legal matter. This time the lawsuit sought compensation from the owner of a building after a sign advertising MTPL insurance fell onto vehicles that were parked nearby. The incident illustrated how liability can extend beyond the direct product purchase and into related property or advertising spaces, affecting vehicle owners and other stakeholders. (Source: Ni Mash Telegram channel)
A separate report mentioned fraudsters who attempted to file a lawsuit amounting to 43 million rubles for a defective Audi that they claimed had been damaged. The case underscores the challenges courts face when evaluating claims tied to vehicle defects, repairs, and the responsibility of different parties in the supply chain. (Source: Ni Mash Telegram channel)