Article 2A — Leases · Section 2a-213
This section addresses the lessee's duties concerning the acceptance of goods under leasing agreements.
Source: U.C.C. § 2a-213
If a lessee fails to reject or revoke acceptance of the goods within a reasonable time, the lessee is deemed to have accepted the goods, subject to any damages resulting from nonconformity.
This section states that a lessee must act promptly if they wish to reject leased goods. If they don't reject the goods in a timely manner, they will be considered to have accepted them, even if there are issues with the goods.
A person or entity that leases goods from another party under a lease agreement.
The lessee's agreement to take the leased goods, implied by their conduct after the delivery.
Example 1
A company leases a delivery van but notices an engine issue upon delivery; they must reject the van promptly to avoid acceptance.
Example 2
A restaurant leases a commercial oven and uses it for a week without complaint; they cannot later reject it for minor defects.