Under the Consumer Guarantees Act, which of the following is NOT a guarantee provided to consumers?

Under the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) in New Zealand, several key guarantees are established to protect consumers when they purchase goods. Among these, one of the essential guarantees is that goods must be of acceptable quality, meaning they should be safe, durable, and free from defects. Additionally, goods must match their description and be fit for any particular purpose that the consumer relies on during the purchase.

In this context, the guarantee regarding the timing of delivery does not fall under the scope of the CGA. While timely delivery may be essential for consumer satisfaction and may be addressed in the terms of a contract, it is not stipulated as a guarantee under the Consumer Guarantees Act. Therefore, delivery timeliness is not a protected guarantee, distinguishing it from the guarantees related to product quality, description, and suitability.

This highlights that while consumers may have expectations surrounding timely delivery, such expectations stem from general consumer rights or contractual obligations rather than specific protections afforded by the CGA.