Motor Vehicle Commission Suspends Licenses of Murfreesboro Auto Dealer

Monday, June 29, 2015 | 03:27pm

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Motor Vehicle Commission voted Monday to unanimously suspend the licenses of Nashville Motor Cars, LLC Premier and Nashville Motor Cars, LLC.

The vote came Monday during a special emergency meeting of the commission after numerous complaints surfaced regarding the Murfreesboro-based auto dealer’s sudden closure and the removal of the company’s inventory from their dealership.

The suspension of the licenses prevents Nashville Motor Cars from selling any vehicles in Tennessee in any capacity – including at an auto auction – without approval by the commission.

“The commission’s swift action today sent a strong message that we will protect consumers from future actions by Nashville Motor Cars,” said Paula J. Shaw, commission executive director.

The commission currently is investigating 30 open complaints against Nashville Motor Cars, including failure to produce a title, failure to register vehicles and failure to pay off trade-in vehicles. The Motor Vehicle Commission is also coordinating its efforts with several local law enforcement agencies. 

The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance offers the following information for consumers:

  • Consumers who have been affected by Nashville Motor Cars are urged to contact the Tennessee Motor Vehicle Commission at 615-741-2711about their complaint or go online to file a complaint.
  • Tennessee auto dealers are required to have a surety bond to obtain a license. Complainants may be eligible make a claim against that bond with the bond company. The bond company investigates each claim on its merit and determines eligibility.
  • If you are a consumer and in possession of a temporary tag which is about to expire, please contact your local county clerk and have ready your bill of sale showing your purchase fromNashville Motor Cars, LLC, Premier along with a copy of the complaint you have filed with the Motor Vehicle Commission.     
  • Affected consumers should also consult a private attorney to determine their rights as a consumer and whether further legal action is necessary in regards to their specific complaint.

 

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