Your car qualifies as a lemon if it develops an issue that substantially impairs its use, value, or safety. Such an issue must defy a reasonable number of repair attempts during the time frame stipulated in your state’s Lemon Law.

The distinguishing factors in Lemon Laws across states are the types of vehicles covered, the number of repair attempts needed, the number of out-of-service days, the coverage period, and how long you have to file a claim. 

The duration for filing a Lemon Law claim differs by state. But it’s typically within the time and mileage period stipulated in the state’s law. For most states, this is within the first 24 months or 24,000 miles from the date of the original delivery. 

California has a statute of imitation of four years from when the consumer knew the vehicle was a lemon. For Texas, it is two years from the delivery date, or within six months after the warranty expires—whichever comes first.

Lemon Laws typically apply to new personal-use vehicles purchased, leased, or registered within a state. This may include commercial vehicles, motorhomes, and RVs, depending on the state. Check your state’s Lemon Law before purchasing a car.

The average timeframe to resolve a Lemon Law case is one to six months, depending on the complexity of the case, state laws, and the method of resolution—arbitration or litigation. A lawsuit takes a longer period compared to an informal dispute resolution.

Yes. Lemon Laws apply to leased and used cars. However, the vehicle’s eligibility depends on your state’s specific laws and the manufacturer’s warranty received at the time of purchase.

Easy Lemon is a law firm dedicated to helping owners of lemon cars find relief. We offer the best service as far as Lemon Law is concerned. Over the years, our team of attorneys has helped several clients secure settlements in the terms of money and replacement vehicles.

If you knowingly buy a car with a lemon title, you can still get car insurance coverage. However, most insurance companies charge higher premiums for such vehicles.

A Lemon Law settlement amount takes into consideration the lease or purchase price of the vehicle, registration fee, towing and rental car expenses, sales tax, and many more. The manufacturer may deduct a reasonable allowance reflecting the length of time the vehicle was driven before it became a lemon.

A reasonable number of repair attempts is usually defined by state laws and varies for different states. A standard guideline includes four or more repair attempts done for the same defect that substantially impairs the vehicle’s use, safety, or value. 

A reasonable number also counts if one repair attempt for a life-threatening issue proves unsuccessful, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 or more cumulative days due to warranty-covered repairs within the first 12–36 months or 12,000–36,000 miles. These numbers vary by state.

Compensation can vary by state and type of case, but you may be entitled to a full refund including purchase price, registration fees, taxes, etc. You may also get vehicle replacement, cash-and-keep settlement, or reimbursement for expenses. Consult with a Lemon Law expert to ensure you get the compensation you desire.

If your manufacturer refuses to cooperate in a Lemon Law claim, you can go ahead to file a lawsuit. Many stubborn manufacturers often deny claims by disputing that your car does not meet the Lemon Law criteria, delaying responses, or offering a low settlement. It is important to hire the service of an experienced attorney to deal with such manufacturers. 

You may get a full refund, a replacement vehicle, reimbursement of repair expenses, or cash-and-keep settlement.

Yes. In most states, Lemon Law applies to vehicles purchased from a dealership, provided it is a licensed dealership.

Our typical mode of operating is to patiently hear our client’s story to know what happened and offer professional advice after careful consideration of the circumstances of the case. Based on your decision, we will help you file complaints in the necessary quarters, respond to any feedback, negotiate with manufacturers, and litigate when necessary.

We will keep you informed with helpful updates, secure settlements, and ensure you have a positive experience throughout the whole case. Feel free to visit our office to start a Lemon Law case or contact us for other questions.