62025CJ0234 - EN - EUR-Lex - European Union
This is a European Court of Justice reference for a preliminary ruling on consumer protection and consumer rights, specifically interpreting Directive 2011/83/EU (Consumer Rights Directive) concerning exceptions to the consumer’s right of withdrawal for certain types of distance/remote sales contracts. The case involves how/when withdrawal rights do not apply under the Directive for particular contract circumstances.
AppleCare+ is a consumer service/contract sold to consumers (including potentially at distance). If the ruling clarifies or narrows withdrawal-right exceptions under the Consumer Rights Directive, it could affect Apple’s ability to market and sell AppleCare+ online/at a distance and the handling of cancellations/refunds during the statutory withdrawal period. Direct impacts on “warranty coverage” are less likely than impacts on contractual consumer rights around cancellation and refund timing.
Reference for a preliminary ruling – Consumer protection – Consumer rights – Directive 2011/83/EC – Exceptions from the right of withdrawal – Contracts for ...
Country
France
Region
Europe
Discovered
7/12/2026
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Language
French