NY S08251

Establishes warranty protections for fire vehicles (first 2,000 hours of service or 2 years, whichever is earlier) and ambulances (first 18,000 miles or 2 years, whichever is earlier) purchased and registered in New York State.

Requires manufacturers to repair defects at no charge during the warranty period; if a defect cannot be repaired after 4 or more attempts or if the vehicle is out of service for 30+ cumulative days, the municipal consumer can demand replacement with a comparable vehicle or a full refund including fees and charges.

Mandates manufacturers establish informal dispute settlement mechanisms complying with federal regulations, with arbitrators trained in the law and municipal consumers having the right to oral presentations and access to independent arbitration through the Attorney General.

Requires manufacturers to notify the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles when fire vehicles or ambulances are returned for nonconformity to warranty and to disclose this status before resale; failure to provide required written notice or providing false information carries penalties up to $3,000 in damages plus attorney's fees.

Voids any purchase agreement provisions that waive, limit, or disclaim warranty rights or charge additional fees for these protections; provides municipal consumers a "Bill of Rights" notice at time of purchase detailing their warranty protections and remedies.