EU Finalizes Right to Repair Legislation, Extending Consumer Protections

The European Parliament has provisionally agreed on new regulations to enhance consumers' right to repair, including a mandatory one-year warranty extension after repairs.

The European Parliament reached a provisional deal on EU regulations to strengthen consumers' right to repair, aiming for finalization in 2024.
Manufacturers must make spare parts and tools available at reasonable prices and cannot obstruct repairs through contractual or technical means.
Consumers will have options for borrowing a device during repairs or opting for a refurbished unit, alongside a one-year extension of the legal guarantee for repaired goods.
Manufacturers are required to inform customers about the duty to repair and fix common household products, with the possibility of adding more items over time.
A European-wide online platform will be established to connect consumers with local repair shops and vendors of refurbished goods.