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The National Consumer Tribunal has levied fines against a car dealership and a home renovation contractor after complaints from their customers. https://t.co/TphUSFRq49
The #NationalConsumerTribunal has fined a car dealer R200 000 and a home renovator R50 000 for not respecting consumers’ rights in terms of the #ConsumerProtectionAct. They also have to refund the consumers. ⚖️ #TheCitizenNews Read more here ⬇️ https://t.co/RGlLXlkGgL
The National Consumer Tribunal has imposed fines totaling R250,000 on a car dealership and a home renovations company for failing to uphold consumer rights. The car dealership was fined R200,000, while the home renovation contractor received a R50,000 penalty. Additionally, both companies are required to refund their customers a total of R697,000 due to complaints regarding shoddy service and defective goods. This action underscores the Tribunal's commitment to enforcing the Consumer Protection Act and safeguarding consumer rights.