I agree with point 1, however: > This is an issue inherent in trying to apply consumer rights laws that were written (or at least initially conceived) when the

I agree with point 1, however: > This is an issue inherent in trying to apply consumer rights laws that were written (or at least initially conceived) when the KitchenAid mixer was the pinnacle of household technology to the age of smartphones. I actually think it makes more sense having these laws now than before. A consumer buying a $3k television or $1.2k phone would expect it to be high quality and last many years, but has no way of actually telling it will only last warranty + 1 month because of x,y,z - so needs help from consumer protection. With a mixer it was probably easier, a simpler machine and easier to judge quality for the average person.