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FTC, Connecticut Reach $4 Million Settlement with Manchester City Nissan Over Deceptive Fees
WHY IT MATTERS
The settlement protects consumers from deceptive auto‑sales practices and reinforces enforcement of fair‑dealing rules in the automotive market.
What happened
The Federal Trade Commission and the state of Connecticut have reached a $4 million settlement with Manchester, Connecticut auto dealer Manchester City Nissan and its owners and managers. The settlement resolves allegations that the dealer double‑charged customers for certified pre‑owned vehicles and collected additional fees without consumer authorization.
The agreement requires the dealer to pay the settlement amount and comply with FTC and state consumer‑protection rules.
The case underscores the agencies’ commitment to enforcing fair‑dealing practices in the automotive retail sector and provides a remedy for consumers who were charged improperly.
PRIMARY SOURCES
FTC, Connecticut Secure $4 Million Settlement with Manchester City Nissan Over Deceptive Fees Allegations
U.S. Federal Trade Commission · hbarber · U.S. federal government publication; source-specific terms apply