§ 31-5-2-4

It shall be an affirmative defense to any claim under this section: (1) That an alleged nonconformity does not substantially impair the use, market value, or safety of the vehicle; or (2) That a nonconformity is the result of abuse, neglect, or unauthorized substantial modification or alteration of the vehicle by the consumer or lessee. History of Section.P.L. 1984, ch. 353, § 1; P.L. 1984, ch. 361, § 1; P.L. 1995, ch. 236, § 1.