What is Lemon Law?
Lemon laws are statutes that protect consumers who have purchased defective vehicles. These laws provide legal remedies for consumers whose cars repeatedly fail to meet quality and performance standards.
Key Features of Lemon Laws
- Define what constitutes a ‘lemon’
- Require manufacturers to replace or refund the purchase price of a defective vehicle
- Provide guidelines for arbitration and litigation
Examples of Lemon Law Cases
In one case, a consumer purchased a brand new car that had multiple engine failures within the first year. Despite numerous repairs, the car continued to have issues. The consumer filed a lemon law claim and ultimately received a full refund.
Lemon Law Statistics
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are approximately 150,000 complaints filed under lemon laws each year in the United States. These laws vary by state, with some states offering stronger protections for consumers than others.
