§1431. Short title This chapter may be known and cited as the “Regulation of Business Practices between Recreational Vehicle Manufacturers, Distributors and Dealers.” [PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).
§1432. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).] 1. Camping trailer. “Camping trailer” means a trailer constructed with collapsible partial side walls that fold for towing by another vehicle and unfold at the campsite to provide temporary […]
§1433. Application Any person who engages directly or indirectly in purposeful contacts within this State in connection with the offering or advertising for sale or has business dealings with respect to a new recreational vehicle within the State is subject to this chapter. [PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. […]
§1434-A. Termination, cancellation and nonrenewal of a dealer agreement 1. Termination; cancellation; nonrenewal. A manufacturer or distributor, directly or through an authorized officer, agent or employee, may terminate, cancel or fail to renew a dealer agreement with or without good cause. If the manufacturer or distributor terminates, cancels or fails to renew the dealer agreement […]
§1434. Prohibited conduct The following acts are unfair methods of competition and unfair and deceptive practices. It is unlawful for any: [PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).] 1. Damage to public. Manufacturer or recreational vehicle dealer to engage in any action that is arbitrary, in bad faith or unconscionable and causes damage to any […]
§1435. Limitations on establishing or relocating dealerships A new recreational vehicle dealership may not be established and an existing recreational vehicle dealership may not be relocated, except as follows. [PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).] 1. Notification. If a manufacturer seeks to enter into a dealer agreement establishing an additional new recreational vehicle dealership […]
§1436. Transportation damages 1. Liability of new dealer after acceptance. Notwithstanding the terms, provisions or conditions of any agreement or dealer agreement, the new recreational vehicle dealer is solely liable for damages to new recreational vehicles after acceptance from the carrier and before delivery to the ultimate purchaser. [PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).] […]
§1437. Survivorship 1. Right of family member. The right of a designated family member to succeed in dealer ownership is governed by the following provisions. A. Any designated family member of a deceased or incapacitated new recreational vehicle dealer who has been designated as successor to that dealer in writing to the manufacturer may […]
§1438. Delivery and preparation obligations; product liability and implied warranty complaints A manufacturer shall specify to the dealer the delivery and preparation obligations of its recreational vehicle dealers prior to delivery of new recreational vehicles to retail buyers. The delivery and preparation obligations of its recreational vehicle dealers and a schedule of the compensation to […]
§1439-A. Warranty 1. Warranty obligations. A warrantor shall: A. Specify in writing to a dealer the dealer’s obligations, if any, for preparation, delivery and warranty service on products covered by the warrantor; [PL 2009, c. 562, §21 (NEW).] B. Compensate the dealer for warranty service required of a dealer by the warrantor; and […]
§1439. Warranty (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 562, §20 (RP).
§1440-A. Mediation 1. Mediation. A dealer, manufacturer, distributor or warrantor injured by another party’s violation of this chapter may bring an action pursuant to section 1447. Prior to bringing an action under section 1447, the party bringing the action for an alleged violation must serve a written demand for mediation upon the offending party. […]
§1440-B. Indemnification 1. Warrantor. A warrantor shall indemnify and hold harmless its dealer against any losses or damages to the extent such losses or damages are caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the warrantor. The dealer shall provide to the warrantor notice of a pending lawsuit or similar proceeding in which such allegations […]
§1440. Mediation and arbitration of manufacturer; dealer disputes (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 562, §22 (RP).
§1441. Unreasonable restrictions (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 562, §25 (RP).
§1442-A. Written agreements; designated territories 1. Prohibition. A manufacturer or distributor may not sell a recreational vehicle in this State to or through a dealer without having first entered into a dealer agreement with the dealer that has been signed by both parties. [PL 2009, c. 562, §27 (NEW).] 2. Designation of area of […]
§1442. Covered under written or oral agreements (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 562, §26 (RP).
§1443. Dealership interest; vested rights (REPEALED) SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 562, §28 (RP).
§1444. Dealer’s right to associate Any dealer has the right of free association with other dealers for any lawful purpose. [PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 427, §2 (NEW).
§1445. Discounts and other inducements In connection with a sale of a recreational vehicle or vehicles to the State or to any political subdivision of the State, a manufacturer may not offer discounts, refunds or any other similar type of inducement to a dealer without making the same offer or offers to all its dealers […]
