"Manchester Nissan Faces Allegations of Consumer Deception and Imposing Unwarranted Fees"

The FTC and the State of Connecticut have filed a complaint against Manchester City Nissan for deceptive practices, including charging consumers for bogus certification fees, unwanted add-ons, and inflated government charges. The dealership and key staff are accused of violating the FTC Act and the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act by misleading customers about the cost of certified pre-owned vehicles and the necessity of certain fees, potentially costing consumers thousands of dollars in unauthorized charges. The case, which highlights the FTC's ongoing efforts to combat deceit in the auto industry, will be decided in court.