California § 1793.5 - Every manufacturer making express warranties who does not provide service and rep
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1793.5 — Every manufacturer making express warranties who does not provide service and rep, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1793.5. Every manufacturer making express warranties who does not provide service and rep
Every manufacturer making express warranties who does not provide service and repair facilities within this state pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 1793.2 shall be liable as prescribed in this section to every retail seller of such manufacturerâs goods who incurs obligations in giving effect to the express warranties that accompany such manufacturerâs consumer goods. The amount of such liability shall be determined as follows: (a) In the event of replacement, in an amount equal to the actual cost to the retail seller of the replaced goods, and cost of transporting the goods, if such costs are incurred plus a reasonable handling charge. (b) In the event of service and repair, in an amount equal to that which would be received by the retail seller for like service rendered to retail consumers who are not entitled to warranty protection, including actual and reasonable costs of the service and repair and the cost of transporting the goods, if such costs are incurred, plus a reasonable profit. (c) In the event of reimbursement under subdivision (a) of Section 1793.3, in an amount equal to that reimbursed to the buyer, plus a reasonable handling charge.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1793.5
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1793.5 cover?
Section 1793.5 ("Every manufacturer making express warranties who does not provide service and rep") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 1793.5?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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