Supreme Court of India · 2004-01-27
Jose Philip Mampillil vs Premier Automobiles Ltd. And Anr
- Citation / case number
- AIR 2004 SUPREME COURT 1529
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Jose Philip Mampillil
- Respondent
- Premier Automobiles Ltd. And Anr
- Author
- S.N. Variava
- Bench
- S.N. Variava, H.K. Sema
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court held that the appellant was entitled to a replacement or refund for the defective car under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, specifically citing Section 2(1)(g) and Section 14. The Court established that defects present at the time of delivery, including issues with the paint and engine, warranted a remedy, and the dealer's acknowledgment of defects supported the appellant's claim. The Court overturned the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission's dismissal, ordering the replacement of the car or a full refund with interest.