1. (a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

2. (b)

   1. (1) “Adjustment program” means a program or policy:

      1. (i) That expands or extends a warranty beyond its stated limit; or
      2. (ii) Under which a manufacturer undertakes or offers to pay or reimburse a consumer, whether directly or indirectly, for all or a part of the cost of repairing a condition that may substantially affect the durability, reliability, or performance of a motor vehicle.

   2. (2) “Adjustment program” does not include:

      1. (i) Service provided under a safety or emissions related recall campaign; or
      2. (ii) Adjustments made by a manufacturer on a case-by-case basis.

3. (c) “Consumer” means:

   1. (1) The purchaser, other than for purposes of resale, of a new motor vehicle;
   2. (2) A lessee of a motor vehicle;
   3. (3) A person to whom a new motor vehicle is transferred during the duration of the warranty applicable to the motor vehicle; or
   4. (4) A person who is entitled under the terms of the warranty to enforce its obligations.
4. (d) “Dealer” means a person who sells or leases motor vehicles under a retail agreement with a manufacturer or distributor, or an agent of a manufacturer or distributor.
5. (e) “Lessee” means a consumer who leases a motor vehicle under a written lease that provides that the lessee is responsible for repairs to the motor vehicle.

6. (f) “Manufacturer” means a person who:

   1. (1) Manufactures or assembles new motor vehicles for sale or distribution; or
   2. (2) Is engaged in the business of importing new motor vehicles for sale or distribution to dealers or through distributors or factory branches.

7. (g) “Motor vehicle” means a vehicle that:

   1. (1) Is used for the private transportation of individuals and their personal belongings; and
   2. (2) Has a maximum capacity of 10 individuals, including the driver.

Added by Acts 2007, c. 342, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2007; Acts 2007, c. 343, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2007.