What specific action did Maruti Suzuki announce in response to the consumer court order regarding ethanol fuel damage claims?

Maruti Suzuki announced it will 'take necessary steps to challenge the impugned order before appropriate higher forum in accordance with law' after a consumer court in Raipur ordered the company to replace a vehicle due to alleged damage from ethanol-blended fuel.

Why does Maruti Suzuki dispute the consumer court's finding that E20 fuel caused engine problems in the case?

Maruti Suzuki disputes the finding by stating that 'there is evidence of contamination in the fuel collected from the customer’s vehicle' and that 'several other relevant facts have also not been reflected in the order', while also noting the car was already compatible with E20 fuel.

Maruti Suzuki Challenges Court Order Over Ethanol Fuel Damage Claims

Jul 16, 2026

Maruti Suzuki plans to contest a consumer court order requiring vehicle replacement due to alleged engine damage from E20 ethanol-blended fuel. The case highlights growing scrutiny over India's biofuel blending policies.

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