Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 72 § 72.8040 — Retailers or distributors implied warranty of fitness
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 72 ·
Oregon Code § 72.8040·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Retailers or distributors implied warranty of fitness.
Except if the retailer or
distributor disclaims the warranty in the manner prescribed by ORS 72.8010 to
72.8200, on every sale or consignment for sale of a consumer good sold at
retail in this state by a retail dealer or distributor who has reason to know
at the time of the retail sale that the good is required for a particular
purpose, and that the buyer relies on the retailers or distributors skill or
judgment to select or furnish a suitable good, the retailer or distributor
gives the retailers or distributors implied warranty of fitness for that
purpose. [1973 c.413 §5]
Note:
See note under 72.8010.
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 72.8040
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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