Right to repair becomes enforceable law in days

From 31 July, makers must repair your phone or washing machine — even out of warranty.

From 31 July, EU member states apply the Right to Repair Directive. Manufacturers of phones, washing machines, fridges, vacuum cleaners and more must repair them at a reasonable price and within a reasonable time — even after the legal guarantee ends. Choose repair over replacement during the guarantee and the guarantee extends by one year.

For you“Buy a new one” is no longer the only answer. Ask for the European Repair Information Form to compare repair quotes like-for-like.

Next: An EU-wide repair-matching platform is planned for 2027; some countries may transpose late — the right still kicks in.

Verified against the sources above on 18 July 2026. Plain-language summary — not the legal text and not legal advice.