Ohio Lemon Law Attorneys

In Ohio, a brand new vehicle is considered a Lemon if it has a substantial defect that persists after three repair attempts, or after one attempt for a serious safety defect. A vehicle may also qualify if it is out of service for 30 cumulative days within the first year or 18,000 miles. The defect must significantly impair the vehicle’s use, value, or safety.

First, report the defect to the manufacturer and allow a reasonable number of repair attempts, typically three, or one for a serious safety defect. If the same issue remains unresolved, you may file a claim through arbitration or pursue legal action. Easy Lemon’s attorneys can manage the entire process for you and work to secure a very favorable settlement.

The timeline varies, but arbitration typically takes a few months. If the case requires legal action, the process may take longer. With Easy Lemon, our attorneys can help streamline the steps and improve your chances of a faster, successful outcome

Winning a Lemon Law case depends on strong documentation and meeting Ohio’s Lemon Law requirements. With Easy Lemon’s legal team supporting you, your chances of success increase significantly.

Generally, a refund for a defective car is not considered taxable income because it is viewed as a return of your original payment. However, any additional compensation, such as cash settlements beyond the vehicle’s value, may be taxable.

In Ohio, a vehicle qualifies under the Lemon Law if it has a defect that substantially impairs its use, value, or safety while still under the manufacturer’s warranty. A vehicle may also qualify if:

1. There have been three or more repair attempts for the same defect
2. There have been eight or more repairs for different issues
3. A serious safety defect was not fixed after one repair attempt
4. The vehicle has been out of service for 30 or more cumulative days

To sue a car dealership in Ohio, you need a consumer protection attorney. Look for someone highly knowledgeable in auto fraud, Lemon Law claims, breach of contract or warranty disputes, and unfair or deceptive practices.

The Ohio Lemon Law does not cover used cars. It applies only to motor vehicles during their first year or the first 18,000 miles. However, used-car buyers may still have legal options through the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act (OCSPA).