I own a 1999 Civic EX with about 123K miles. About six months ago the alternator conked out; I went to Mechanic #1, who replaced it with a second. When the replacement turned out to be defective, he replaced it with a third. When that one turned out to be defective too, I went to Mechanic #2, who installed a fourth. The car still didn't start, so he gave me a jump, and also replaced the master fuse, which he noticed had burnt out. Upon leaving the garage, I found that the clock and radio no longer worked. Although the alternator has held steady to this day, it cost me over $600 to have the burnt-out clock/ radio replaced by Mechanic #3. Mechanic #2 claims he is not liable; I don't see anyone else who could have caused the failure. Who's right? Thanks very much, in advance.
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16 years ago