Dealer cleared after incorrect fuel advice caused ute engine failure

NZ HeraldRNZSaturday 22 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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A tribunal has cleared Autobarn after a couple's $164,000 Ford F150 suffered engine failure. The owners were told they could use 95-octane fuel if 98-octane was unavailable, but the tribunal found the dealer was not liable for the damage.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Sat 22 Nov 2025, 2:00pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 7 hours
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