Lemon Law Attorneys · Bozeman, Montana

Bozeman, MT
Lemon Law Attorneys

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— no attorney’s fees unless we recover for you.

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No attorney’s fees unless we recover for you 97%^* Resolution Rate Fully remote, from first call to resolution

How your Montana claim gets built

Our lemon law work is directed by Steven P. Nassi, Esq., Managing Partner, Easy Lemon by RockPoint Law P.C. A Montana claim gets built on two things: the Montana lemon law statute, and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, which applies in all fifty states. Send the repair orders and the purchase or lease paperwork, and we can tell you which of the two fits your vehicle.

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Join 1,500+ drivers who brought a claim with us.^‡ No attorney’s fees unless we recover for you.

Quick Eligibility Check

Is Your Car a Lemon?

✓ Recurring defect not fixed after 4+ repair attempts?
✓ Vehicle in the shop for 30 cumulative business days?
✓ Still under the original manufacturer’s warranty?
✓ Defect affects safety, value, or normal use?

If you answered yes to any of these, you may have a lemon law claim. Our attorneys will evaluate your case at no charge.

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Bozeman Lemon Law

Bozeman Lemon Law Basics

Bozeman drivers file under Montana's statute, Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533. If the dealer can't fix a warranty defect after 4 repair attempts for the same defect (or a reasonable number of attempts), or the car sits in the shop for 30 cumulative business days, you can ask for a refund, a replacement or a cash payment. The manufacturer can also be ordered to pay your attorney's fees. Statute text, filing deadlines and how used cars are treated are on our Montana Lemon Law Attorneys page.

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Step by Step

How a Bozeman Lemon Law Claim Works

From first contact to final settlement — here's exactly what happens when you work with Easy Lemon in Bozeman.

Document Your Repairs

Save every repair order from your Bozeman dealership. Under MT lemon law, written proof of repair attempts is required.

Free Case Evaluation

We review your repair history and determine if your vehicle qualifies under Montana's statute. No obligation. No attorney's fees unless we recover for you.

We File the Claim

Our attorneys handle all paperwork, including the mandatory manufacturer notification required by MT law.

You Get Compensated

Receive your refund, replacement vehicle, or cash settlement. No attorney’s fees unless we recover for you.

Why Easy Lemon

Why Choose Easy Lemon for Your Bozeman Lemon Law Claim?

Our Bozeman lemon law attorneys hold automakers accountable when they sell defective cars. We file your claim and push for your refund or replacement — you don't lift a finger.

No attorney’s fees unless we recover for you
100% remote — handle everything from home, no office visits
We build your claim around the Montana lemon law statute, not a form letter

Real Settlements

Our Lemon Law Results Across Montana

Results shown are statewide Montana results, not specific to Bozeman. Every case is different; prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Easy Lemon has handled 1,500+ lemon law matters nationwide^‡, recovering over $30 million^** for clients nationwide.

Vehicle	Year	Settlement	Defect	Repairs	Outcome
Audi Rs E Tron Gt	2024	$140,242	Multiple defects	—	Settlement
Bmw X6	2024	$120,514	a recurring defect	—	Settlement
Bmw 750E	2025	$119,218	electrical/ technology	—	Settlement
Bmw X5	2025	$111,200	brake/ steering/ suspension	—	Settlement
Gmc Hummer Ev	2023	$110,122	electrical/ technology	—	Settlement

*Results vary. Prior outcomes do not predict future success. Amounts shown are actual case resolutions. Easy Lemon® by Rockpoint Law P.C.

Nationwide Track Record

Easy Lemon By the Numbers

1,500+

Clients Helped Nationwide^‡

$30M+

Total Recovered

Top Vehicle Makes

Chevy

Ford

Ram

Dodge

Jeep

GMC

Cadillac

Most Common Defects Nationwide

🔧 Engine/ Transmission

⚡ Electrical/ Technology

🛞 Brake/ Steering/ Suspension

Real Results

A Real Lemon Law Case

A client's 2024 Audi Rs E Tron Gt was taken to the dealer 3 times for multiple defects issues. Despite repeated repair attempts, the problems persisted. Easy Lemon took the case and secured a $140,242 Settlement resolution.

Vehicle

2024 Audi Rs E Tron Gt

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Settlement Secured

$140,242

Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533

Is Your Bozeman Car a Lemon? Montana's 3-Step Test

Does the Defect Substantially Impair Use, Value, or Safety?

The defect must materially affect how you drive, how much your vehicle is worth, or how safe it is to operate. In Bozeman, common qualifying defects include:

⚠️AWD SYSTEM FAILURES from navigating icy Bozeman Pass on I-90 and snow-packed roads to Big Sky Resort on US-191
⚠️ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS from extreme cold snaps in the Gallatin Valley where temperatures plunge below -30°F
⚠️BRAKE SYSTEM WEAR from steep mountain descents on US-191 toward Big Sky and heavy ski-season traffic on North 19th Avenue
⚠️INFOTAINMENT GLITCHES from rapid temperature changes between heated garages and sub-zero outdoor conditions common in Bozeman winters

Have You Met the Repair Attempt Threshold?

Montana's Lemon Law triggers when any of these conditions are met, so long as you bring your claim within 2 years or 18,000 miles from original delivery (whichever is earlier):

4️⃣ 4 repair attempts for the same defect (or a reasonable number of attempts) at an authorized dealership

📅 30 cumulative business days out of service for any combination of defects

Did It Happen Within the Rights Period?

The clock starts on the day you take delivery of your vehicle — not when you first report the defect, not when you file a complaint. Under Montana law, a claim must generally be brought within 2 years or 18,000 miles from original delivery (whichever is earlier). If you're still within that window, or if your defect first appeared within the window and persists, you almost certainly qualify.

When in doubt, call. The consultation is always free. 📞 (855) 435-3666

Even if you're outside the eligibility window, contact us. Our team may still be able to assist.

Bozeman Driving Environment

Bozeman Driving Conditions & Why Defects Emerge Here

Bozeman's mountain terrain and elevation changes put extraordinary stress on engines, transmissions, and braking systems that flat-road driving simply cannot replicate.

⛰️ Mountain Driving Demands

Bozeman drivers navigate steep grades, winding roads, and elevation changes daily. These conditions stress engines and transmissions far beyond flat-road wear. Report defects early for the strongest case.

🌉 The Bridge Factor

The major bridge and highway infrastructure including the East Gallatin River Bridge on I-90 and the Bozeman Pass overpass create load profiles that expose transmission hesitation and engine defects flat-road driving conceals. Clients report vehicles that "drive fine on flat roads" but exhibit problems under load.

⛰️ Altitude & Road Stress

Bozeman's elevation puts unique stress on engines, transmissions, and braking systems. Thinner air reduces engine efficiency, steep grades overheat brakes and transmissions, and winter road salt accelerates undercarriage corrosion.

🥶 Extreme Cold Stress

Subzero temperatures in Bozeman strain batteries, thicken fluids, and stress starting systems. The freeze-thaw cycle deteriorates seals, gaskets, and suspension bushings. Montana's Lemon Law recognizes these cold-climate failures as a substantial impairment.

🚗 Heavy Commuter Traffic

Bozeman's major traffic corridors including I-90, US-191, and MT-85 create heavy stop-and-go conditions that stress transmission fluid temperatures, cooling systems, and hybrid/EV battery management. These could qualify as lemon law defects.

Defect Categories

Common Vehicle Defects We Handle in Bozeman

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A/C & HVAC Failures

Heater core failures, blend door actuator malfunctions, defroster defects, and climate control system crashes. In Bozeman's winter conditions, a malfunctioning HVAC system is a safety hazard — not a minor inconvenience.

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Electrical System Defects

Freeze-thaw cycles crack wire insulation, corrode connectors, and cause BCM malfunctions. Road salt accelerates undercarriage wiring corrosion. Intermittent warning lights and sensor failures are common cold-climate electrical defects.

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Transmission Problems

Hesitation on upshifts, hard downshifts, torque converter shudder, slipping between gears. Bridge climbs and US-191 merging expose these defects.

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Engine & Cooling Failures

Thermostat failures, water pump leaks, head gasket issues, turbocharger failures. Ford F-150 cooling issues are among our most common Bozeman cases.

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Brake System Defects

Unexpected pedal behavior, premature rotor warping, brake noise, ABS failures. Safety-related defects are among the strongest lemon law claims we build.

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ADAS Malfunctions

Lane departure, emergency braking, adaptive cruise, blind spot monitoring — software and sensor defects that compromise safety. Among the strongest claims we build.

Know Their Playbook

Manufacturer Defenses — And How We Counter Them

Manufacturers have a playbook. They deploy the same defenses in thousands of cases. Our attorneys know every move before it's made.

"We Can't Duplicate the Condition"

The most common response to intermittent electrical defects.

✅ Our counter: Montana law does not require constant manifestation. We document patterns with dates, conditions, and onboard driving data.

"Normal Characteristic of the Vehicle"

They claim the noise, vibration, or behavior is within normal operating parameters.

✅ Our counter: We obtain Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) issued by the manufacturer — demonstrating they acknowledged the problem exists.

"Customer-Induced Damage"

They argue the damage resulted from improper use or aftermarket mods.

✅ Our counter: We document full service history, establish normal operation, and challenge the evidentiary basis for any damage attribution.

"Warranty Exclusion"

They try to characterize the defect as excluded from warranty coverage.

✅ Our counter: Montana's Lemon Law rights exist independent of warranty coverage. A defect within the coverage period is subject to Lemon Law regardless.

The Low-Ball Settlement Offer

Initial offers are frequently a fraction of a claim's true value. Manufacturers routinely open low to close cheap.

✅ Our counter: We reject insufficient offers, document damages fully, and negotiate from a position backed by our 97%^* resolution rate and willingness to litigate.

Your Team

Meet Your Legal Team

Steven Nassi, Esq. — Founder & Managing Partner

AV Preeminent Rating (Martindale-Hubbell) | Admitted in NY (Bar #4263489), PA, and NJ | Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2014–2018 (Thomson Reuters)

Founded Easy Lemon on the principle that consumers deserve aggressive, expert representation at no upfront cost. B.A. from SUNY Binghamton with distinction, J.D. from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Supervising Editor, Cardozo Law Review. Published in Law360, Lexology, and Risk Management Magazine.

Natalie Nassi, Esq. — Partner

Consumer Advocacy Attorney | NY Bar #4093167

B.A. Magna Cum Laude from Barnard College, Columbia University. J.D. from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Analytically rigorous and fiercely client-centered approach to consumer rights.

Liam Jones, Esq. — Attorney

NY Bar #5027784 | Multi-Statute Consumer Law

Concentrates his practice in lemon law, Montana Lemon Law, Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, and consumer fraud — multi-statute expertise that matters when Montana law intersects federal warranty protections.

Attorney admissions are as listed for each attorney above.

Service Area

Serving Bozeman & Surrounding Montana Communities

📍 Bozeman Neighborhoods

Downtown, Midtown, Northeast, South Bozeman, West Winds

🏖️ Gallatin County

Belgrade, Four Corners, Gallatin Gateway, Big Sky, Manhattan

Your Rights Under MT Law

What The Manufacturer Owes You

If your Bozeman vehicle qualifies under MT law, the manufacturer is legally required to compensate you in one of three ways:

Refund

Recover your purchase price including taxes, registration fees, and finance charges, subject to any offset for vehicle use under state law.

Replacement Vehicle

A brand-new comparable replacement vehicle at no additional cost to you.

Cash Settlement

A cash payout for the diminished value caused by the defects in your vehicle.

Our Team

Meet Our Team

Our team serving Bozeman, Montana and all surrounding areas.

Steven Nassi

Managing Partner

Natalie Nassi

Partner

Liam Jones

Attorney

Ron Kaniuk

Florida Managing Partner

Aaron Waldo

Attorney

Novaj Javidzad

Chief Strategy Officer

Jeremiah Goldberg

Head of HR

Have Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about filing a lemon law claim in Bozeman, Montana.

PROCESS & TIMELINE

Timelines for Bozeman drivers vary by manufacturer and by claim. Under Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533, your vehicle must have had 4 repair attempts for the same defect (or a reasonable number of attempts) or been out of service for 30 cumulative business days. Once those thresholds are met and you contact us, the attorneys at Easy Lemon work to resolve your case as quickly as possible. Note: you must file within 2 years or 18,000 miles from original delivery (whichever is earlier), so don't delay.

Gather all repair orders from your Bozeman dealership — under Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533, documented repair attempts are essential. Then contact Easy Lemon for a free case evaluation. We handle all paperwork, manufacturer notices, and negotiations. Note: you must file within 2 years or 18,000 miles from original delivery (whichever is earlier), so don't delay.

Most of the lemon law cases we handle for Bozeman drivers settle without going to court. We negotiate directly with the manufacturer on your behalf. Montana may require you to go through the manufacturer's arbitration program before filing a lawsuit. In rare cases requiring litigation, our attorneys handle it completely.

Yes. Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533 covers financed and leased vehicles during the original warranty period.

ELIGIBILITY

Under Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533, your car may qualify if it has a substantial defect covered by warranty that the dealer can't fix after 4 repair attempts for the same defect (or a reasonable number of attempts), or if it's been in the shop for 30 cumulative business days. The statute covers: New motor vehicles purchased or leased in Montana for personal, family, or household purposes.

Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533 covers a nonconformity: a defect that substantially impairs the use, market value or safety of the vehicle and that survives 4 repair attempts for the same defect (or a reasonable number of attempts), or keeps the car out of service for 30 cumulative business days. It applies to new motor vehicles purchased or leased in Montana for personal, family, or household purposes. One Montana-specific point: Montana’s warranty period ends 2 years after delivery or at 18,000 miles, whichever comes first. The defects we file most often for Montana drivers are engine stalling and misfires, transmission shudder or failure, electrical faults that leave warning lights on, brake and steering problems, and driver-assistance (ADAS) systems that brake or drift on their own.

Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533 covers: New motor vehicles purchased or leased in Montana for personal, family, or household purposes. Extended warranties and dealer warranties do not typically qualify.

REMEDIES

Under Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533, successful claimants can receive: Replacement vehicle or full refund (minus reasonable use offset). The exact outcome depends on your case and Montana's statutory provisions.

In Montana, the manufacturer pays the consumer's attorney's fees when the consumer wins. Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533 is the statute a Montana court applies, and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. §2310(d)) adds a second fee-shifting route when a written warranty is breached. Easy Lemon takes Montana cases on contingency: nothing upfront, and no attorney's fee unless we recover for you. When a manufacturer settles or loses, we ask it to pay our fees on top of what you receive — replacement vehicle or full refund (minus reasonable use offset). Read the fee terms before you sign anything; ours fit on one page, and you can ask us to walk through them on the first call.

ATTORNEY & TRUST

No. Nothing in Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533 requires you to appear anywhere to open a claim; on arbitration, Montana's rule is that the must use manufacturer's arbitration if state-certified. Easy Lemon's offices are in Manhasset NY, Newark NJ, Miami FL and Dallas TX, and we run Montana cases by phone, email and e-signature: an intake call, a document upload (repair orders, purchase or lease contract, warranty booklet), a written demand to the manufacturer, then settlement paperwork. What you should watch instead of a calendar of appointments is the clock: the Montana filing deadline is 2 years or 18,000 miles from original delivery (whichever is earlier). Start the file as soon as you are near 4 repair attempts for the same defect.

Nothing upfront and no hourly bills. We work on contingency, so there is no attorney's fee unless we recover for you. In Montana, the manufacturer pays the consumer's attorney's fees when the consumer wins. That is why most Montana claims that succeed end with the manufacturer, not the driver, covering our fee. Repair orders come from the dealer for free, and we cover filing costs while the matter is open. If your car qualifies under Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533 (4 repair attempts for the same defect (or a reasonable number of attempts), or 30 cumulative business days out of service), the money at stake is the remedy itself — replacement vehicle or full refund (minus reasonable use offset). Bring the repair orders to the free case review and we will tell you which of those remedies fits.

You will have one assigned attorney and a direct line, and the case moves through fixed stages you can check against. First we confirm the Mont. Code §61-4-501 to §61-4-533 thresholds on your repair history (4 repair attempts for the same defect (or a reasonable number of attempts), or 30 cumulative business days out of service). Next comes written notice to the manufacturer (in Montana the must use manufacturer's arbitration if state-certified). Then the demand for the statutory remedy — replacement vehicle or full refund (minus reasonable use offset). Most cases settle at that stage; if one does not, we file suit: the Montana filing deadline is 2 years or 18,000 miles from original delivery (whichever is earlier). You get a copy of every letter we send and a note whenever the manufacturer responds.

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