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Lemon Law FAQ
What is the lemon law?
Lemon laws are state and federal statutes that require manufacturers to repurchase or replace a vehicle that has a substantial defect the dealer cannot fix after a reasonable number of repair attempts. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act applies in all 50 states, and most states have their own additional protections.
What qualifies as a lemon?
Generally, your vehicle may be a lemon if it has a defect covered by the manufacturer's warranty that substantially impairs its use, value, or safety -- and the dealer has made two or more repair attempts for a safety-related defect, or three or more attempts for any other defect, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30+ cumulative days.
How much does a lemon law attorney cost?
Nothing out of pocket. Both the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and most state lemon laws include fee-shifting provisions: if you win, the manufacturer must pay your attorney's fees. America's Lemon Lawyer handles all cases on this basis -- you pay nothing unless you recover.
How long does a lemon law case take?
Most lemon law cases settle within 60-120 days of filing. Cases that go to arbitration or litigation can take 6-12 months. Settlement is by far the most common outcome because manufacturers typically prefer to avoid the cost of extended litigation.
What can I recover in a lemon law claim?
Depending on your state and the facts of your case, you may be entitled to a full vehicle repurchase (including taxes, fees, and loan payoff), a replacement vehicle, cash compensation, or a combination. Attorney fees and costs are also recoverable from the manufacturer in most cases.
Does the lemon law apply to used cars?
Yes, in many situations. If a used car is still covered by the original manufacturer's warranty, lemon law protections often still apply. Certified pre-owned vehicles frequently carry warranty coverage that qualifies. Some states also have specific used-vehicle lemon law statutes. Contact us to review your specific situation.
What if my car has been in the shop multiple times for different problems?
Multiple different defects can each independently qualify your vehicle as a lemon, or they can be combined to show a pattern of unreliability. Even if no single defect has exceeded the repair attempt threshold, the cumulative days out of service across all repairs may qualify your vehicle. Document every repair visit carefully.