Consumer Court Backs Owner In E20 Case, Orders Maruti To Replace Damaged Grand Vitara

Raipur consumer court ordered Maruti Suzuki to replace Grand Vitara damaged by E20 petrol.

Rs 24 lakh demanded by petitioner; court awarded full refund including registration and insurance.

Case: Premchand Sahu vs Maruti Suzuki; court ruled warranty covers E20-compatible vehicles since April 2023.

Maruti must decide whether to modify warranty or appeal; similar cases could follow.

Petitioner paid Rs 19.65 lakh for vehicle; E20 caused fuel system and engine issues.