§ 20-351.7. Civil action by the consumer. - North Carolina Statutes

§20‑351.7.  Civil action by the consumer.

A consumer injured by reasonof any violation of the provisions of this Article may bring a civil actionagainst the manufacturer; provided, however, the consumer has given themanufacturer written notice of his intent to bring an action against themanufacturer at least 10 days prior to filing such suit.  Nothing in thissection shall prevent a manufacturer from requiring a consumer to utilize aninformal settlement procedure prior to litigation if that procedure substantiallycomplies in design and operation with the Magnuson‑Moss Warranty Act, 15USC § 2301 et seq., and regulations promulgated thereunder, and thatrequirement is written clearly and conspicuously, in the written warranty andany warranty instructions provided to the consumer. (1987, c. 385, s. 1.)