Georgia Wheelchair Warranty Act of 1993

What is the purpose of this law?
The Motorized Wheelchair Warranty Act provides for express warranties on motorized wheelchairs.

What rights does this law provide for me or my family?
This law provides for:

  • Return, refund, or replacement with a comparable motorized wheelchair if the one recommended by the dealer does not meet the needs of the individual with a disability.
  • Protections for equipment bought from any vendor selling equipment in Georgia. No one can deny your rights under this Act by asking you to sign a waiver of your rights to protection.

What right does this law not provide for me or my family?
This law does not provide for:

  • Repairs on motorized wheelchairs bought before the law went into effect on July 1,1993.
  • Repairs on manual wheelchairs (These are covered by the Assistive Warranty Act of 1993).
  • Protection when buying preowned or donated motorized wheelchairs.
  • Replacement of a broken motorized wheelchair, unless it was taken back for repair four times.
  • Repair or replacement of a motorized wheelchair that is damaged or abused after purchase.
  • A court appointed attorney.